Live-action adaptation of the manga Oshi no Ko by Aka Akasaka (Kaguya-sama: Love is War) and Mengo Yokoyari (Scum's Wish) will continue its story on the big screen. The sequel movie titled Oshi no Ko - The Final Act is scheduled to air in Indonesia on February 19, 2025. The movie carries the theme of revenge combined with the dark reality of the Japanese entertainment world.
Series and Movies at a Glance
Live-action series Oshi no Ko debuted on Amazon Prime on November 28, 2024 with the first six episodes. The sequel movie titled Oshi no Ko - The Final Act then released in Japanese theaters on December 20, 2024.
This adaptation successfully captures the complexity of the original story, presenting an intriguing narrative about lies, love, and ambition in the entertainment world. The series has the unique distinction of presenting a different theme song and artist in each episode, which gives a fresh feel to each storyline. For the movie, the closing song is titled Shining Song performed by the idol group in the story, B-Komachi.
Characters and Cast
The movie features talented actors and actresses portraying iconic characters from the original story, namely:
- Ruby is played by Nagisa Saitō, a former member of the idol group =LOVE.
- Ai played by Asuka Saitō, a former member of Nogizaka46 (Tomorrow, I Will Be Someone's Girlfriend).
- Aqua played by Kaito Sakurai (Blue Spring Ride, Vivant).
- Kana Arima played by Nanoka Hara (Suzume, Wave, Listen to Me!).
- Akane Kurokawa played by Mizuki Kayashima (Saikō no Kyōshi).
- Memcho played by Ano (Chainsaw Man, Tiger & Bunny 2).
- Gorō Amemiya played by Ryō Narita.
Production Team
The film was directed by Smith, a filmmaker known for his works such as Inside Mari and I Want to Hold Aono-kun So Badly I Could Die, as well as several music videos for popular artists such as Ikimono-gakari, Ketsumeishi, and Snow Man.
For the live-action series, Director and former actress Hana Matsumoto (Kimi to Nara Koi o Shitemite mo) collaborated with Smith on directing, creating a cinematic and emotional adaptation.
Screenwriter Ayako Kitagawa (Laid-Back Camp, Tokyo Love Story) is responsible for the series and movie scripts, while Fox Capture Plan (Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai) provides a touch of music that builds the atmosphere of the story.
A look back at Manga and its popularity
Manga Oshi no Ko written by Aka Akasaka (Kaguya-sama: Love is War) and illustrated by Mengo Yokoyari (Scum's Wish). The story focuses on Gorō, a gynecologist who is an idol fan and unexpectedly connects with Ai, the idol she idolizes. The meeting becomes the beginning of a complex story that addresses the lies, ambitions, and realities of the Japanese entertainment world.
The manga has gained immense popularity among readers and spawned a successful anime adaptation. Anime Oshi no Ko debuted in Japan in April 2023 with a 90-minute premiere episode. The anime's second season aired from July to October 2024, while its third season has now been greenlit for production.
Oshi no Ko - The Final Act is the pinnacle of live-action adaptations that combine deep emotion with the reality of the entertainment world. The film is scheduled to hit theaters in Indonesia on February 19, 2025, giving audiences the opportunity to witness this intriguing story on cinema screens.
Source: Encore Films Indonesia Facebook
