Oshi no Ko manga creator Aka Akasaka appeared at a talk event where he talked about his deep involvement in the anime series. Yorozoo News reported that of the animation production process, Akasaka said, “I want to be involved in everything,” adding that he participates in the weekly dubbing process, making requests to the actors changed some lines: “It’s quite easy to express my opinion. requests and comments.”
Akasaka also reflected on his ‘surprising calm’ when he learned he was about to receive his first anime adaptation with Kaguya-sama: Love is War. He described it as follows: “a feeling of excitement gradually built up,” adding, “I could laugh for a long time. I am 100% happy.” Regarding the challenges of a live-action adaptation, Akasaka refused to pull it off, responding with a wry smile, “In this day and age, it’s best I don’t do it.”
Following the unfortunate passing of manga creator Hinako Ashihara, many in the industry have opened up about the experience of trying to protect the integrity of their work during the adaptation process. This naturally proved to be a heated conversation, with notable figures like Hajime no Ippo creator George Morikawa speaking out (Sponichi News) and then being confronted abuse on social networks.
Perhaps it’s even more difficult for Akasaka to speak out on this issue because Oshi no Ko is also receiving two live-action adaptations. Although he was involved in both the anime and live-action, Oshi no Ko artist Mengo Yokoyari was unable to make it due to previous commitments. Live-action is a collaboration between Amazon and Toei and will be released this winter.
The Oshi no Ko anime series is animated by Dogo Kobo and will return for a second season this year. Anime Corner had the opportunity to discuss the series’ huge success in an interview with Oshi no Ko director Daisuke Hiramaki, Assistant Director Ciao Nekotomi, and Producer Shimpei Yamashita. Check it out at ease.
Oshi no Ko is streaming on HIDIVE, which describes it:Dr. Goro is reincarnated as the son of young star Ai Hoshino after her delusional stalker kills him. Now he wants to help his new mother get to the top, but what can a kid do in the dark side of the entertainment industry?
Source: Yorozoo News© Akasaka Aka x Mengo Yokoyari / Shueisha / Oshi no Ko Production Committee