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Nozawa Gave Up Her Steady Voice Acting Gig For Goku From Dragon Ball Z
Masako Nozawa has been the voice of Goku in Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball series since it began in 1989, voicing not only the Saiyan hero but also his children and even his father, Bardock. Nozawa’s career, which began in 1963, spans decades and includes a variety of notable roles, yet her dedication to Goku is particularly legendary. However, her iconic role came with a significant sacrifice that many fans might not know about. During an interview, Toriyama revealed that he…
Tanjiro’s Voice Actor Shares The Secret To Success in The Voice Acting Industry
Ufotable’s Demon Slayer is renowned for its standout moments, but a significant portion of its success is owed to the voice actors who bring characters like Tanjiro, Nezuko, Rengoku, and Zenitsu to life. Voicing such intense characters, often in dire situations, demands precision, as even minor errors can impact both the character and the actor’s reputation. This challenge is consistent across languages, whether in Japanese or other dubs. Zach Aguilar, who voices Tanjiro in English, has spoken about his journey…
The Baki Manga Series Has Reached 100 Million Copies In Total Print
Today, on May 21, Japanese publisher Akita Shoten unveiled a remarkable achievement for Keisuke Itagaki’s martial arts manga series Baki: it has achieved a total print run of 100 million copies. To celebrate this achievement, the manga series’ official YouTube channel is streaming a special video narrated by Akio Otsuka, known for his role as Yujiro Hanma in the anime adaptation. The video features the song “HEADSHOT!” from metalcore band Crossfaith’s upcoming album “AЯK,” set for release on June 26.…
Fans Cannot Get Enough Of The ‘Soba Noodles Challenge’ Scene From Demon Slayer
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba has made its return with Season 4, bringing to life one of the manga’s standout moments between Giyu Tomioka and Tanjiro Kamado. This season shows the Hashira Training Arc, a pivotal storyline from Koyoharu Gotoge’s original series, which promises a different approach compared to previous seasons. With Muzan Kibutsuji’s final forces looming, the Hashira and Demon Slayer Corps are gearing up for their toughest battles yet. The Hashira Training Arc opened with a surprising twist…
Pokémon Jessie’s Voice Actor Launches GoFundMe For Battling Breast Cancer
The anime community is uniting to support one of its cherished stars. Recently, a GoFundMe campaign was launched for Rachael Lillis, a voice actor well-known to Pokémon fans. This fundraiser aims to cover home health care expenses for Lillis as she battles breast cancer. Lillis’ condition has worsened, with the cancer spreading to her spine, making walking almost impossible. Since January, she has been residing in a nursing home in Los Angeles, but the busy environment has made it difficult…
Horimiya Creator Hero Announces New Manga Series for Summer Release
Manga enthusiasts have something exciting to look forward to this summer, thanks to the creator of Horimiya. Recently, Shogakukan’s Weekly Big Comic Spirits announced a new series, and Hiroki Adachi, also known as Hero, is at the helm. Hero, alongside Imaru Adachi, is set to release a special short manga. The upcoming three-chapter mini-series, titled The Light that Shines on Me is My Brother’s Face, will be published between June 3rd and June 17th overseas. While specific details about the…