Oshi no Ko is a manga series created by Aka Akasaka and illustrated by Mengo Yokoyari. Oshi No Ko was released in April 2020 in Weekly Young Jump magazine and just 1 year later, it was in the top 10 Manga Taishou – Japan's annual comic award.
This popular idol manga and anime perfectly portrays the darkness of the entertainment industry. The anime series made its grand debut in 2023 and easily topped the popularity charts with an overwhelming number of viewers.
The second season of the anime just ended on October 6, 2024, and the studio immediately confirmed a third season.
While the anime continues, the manga just announced the release date for the final volume. The manga currently has 162 chapters and will end at chapter 166.
The final film, Toward the Stars and Dreams, follows the aftermath of the film The 15-Year Lie. The members of B-Komachi pursue their aspirations and plan their next steps, culminating in a final fight with Hikaru Kamiki and revealing the full scope of the conspiracy.
A popular account added: “The final chapter of Oshi no Ko manga will be published on November 14, 2024, in Weekly Young Jump magazine! The final volume will be released on December 18, 2024. 2024!”
Fans certainly have mixed reactions to this information. While there are some people looking forward to ending sooner, there are others who are sad to say goodbye to their favorite manga. “I'm starting to wonder when we'll get this notice because the last few chapters feel very climactic and concluding”one fan shared.
Another person shared: “There are 4 more chapters left? I don't know what Aka wants to do but please don't ruin it, I'm begging you.”
“Apart from the story, from start to finish, Oshi no Ko is an incredible journey. Looking forward to seeing what Aka does next”a third person commented.