"Oshi no Ko" is an anime based on the hit manga by Aka Akasaka (story) and Mengo Yokoyari (art).
The story begins with the shocking premise of a former obstetrician being reincarnated as the child of his favorite idol, Ai Hoshino. It interweaves the light and darkness of the entertainment industry, the behind-the-scenes of idol culture, and suspense surrounding revenge and truth - a completely new genre of work.
Season 1 began airing in April 2023, and Season 2 aired in July 2024. The OP theme song "IDOL" (YOASOBI) has surpassed 500 million views on YouTube, becoming a worldwide mega-hit 🌟
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01The Innovative Premise of Reincarnation x Idols
The story begins with the unheard-of premise of an obstetrician being reincarnated as his favorite idol's child. Fusing reincarnation and idol genres while layering suspense and entertainment industry darkness creates a one-of-a-kind structure. The shocking developments of Episode 1 (90-minute special) are considered a legendary opening in anime history 🌟
02Realistic Portrayal of the Entertainment Industry
"Oshi no Ko" portrays the entertainment industry structure quite realistically. Various aspects of the entertainment industry are covered - idol industry, YouTuber culture, romance reality shows, 2.5D stage productions, and filmmaking. Issues like online harassment on social media are directly depicted, serving as sharp commentary on modern society 📱
03"IDOL" - The Theme Song That Took the World by Storm
The OP theme song "IDOL" performed by YOASOBI is a monster track that surpassed 500 million views on YouTube. It also reached #1 on Billboard Global 200, becoming one of the biggest anime song hits in Japanese history. The lyrics center on Ai Hoshino's "lies" and "love," perfectly expressing the work's core themes 🎵
04Stunning Visual Beauty by Doga Kobo
Doga Kobo, responsible for animation production, is a studio renowned for character expressions and direction. The live performance scenes are particularly stunning - Ai's stage performances are evaluated as among the finest live depictions in anime. The contrast between light and shadow perfectly matches the work's themes 🎨
05A Story Woven with Foreshadowing and Mysteries
"Oshi no Ko" isn't just an idol anime - it's also an excellent mystery-suspense work. The "truth" and "lies" surrounding Ai Hoshino, and the trajectory of Aqua's pursuit of revenge, drive the story forward with intricately laid foreshadowing. Packed with elements to analyze, the structure never lets viewers get bored 🔍
06The Impact of Ai Hoshino's Existence
Ai Hoshino is an idol who wields "lies" as her weapon. The entire story revolves around whether her words "I love you" are real or a lie. Her way of life and resolve shown in Episode 1 are spoken of as one of the most shocking scenes in anime history 💫
07Aqua's Revenge Drama
Reincarnated with memories of his past life, Aqua enters the entertainment industry to uncover the truth behind his mother Ai Hoshino's death. His figure - killing his emotions for revenge and trying to manipulate the industry from behind the scenes - radiates overwhelming presence as a dark hero. The direction of the star disappearing from his eyes is symbolic ⚔️
08Ruby's Dream and Awakening
Aqua's twin sister Ruby is the reincarnation of a girl who, while suffering from illness in her past life, dreamed of becoming an idol. Her story of inheriting her mother Ai's will and starting down the idol path takes major steps forward in Season 2. The moment a star appears in Ruby's eyes becomes a turning point for the work ✨
09The Shocking Reality Dating Show Arc
The reality dating show arc in Season 1 is a shocking episode that vividly portrays online harassment on social media and the process of cast members being driven into corners. Evoking real-life tragedies, it's a masterful episode that directly depicts the suffering of those who are "consumed" by entertainment 😭
102.5D Stage Arc and Movie Arc Developments
Season 2 depicts the 2.5D stage arc and the movie "The 15-Year Lie" arc, cutting deeper into the entertainment industry. Especially in the movie arc, Aqua's revenge approaches its core, and major foreshadowing regarding Ai Hoshino's past and the "father's" identity is resolved. The story's scale rapidly expands in a torrent of developments 🎬
Ai Hoshino
The center of the legendary idol group "B-Komachi." A charismatic figure who wielded "lies" as a perfect weapon, continuously telling fans "I love you." While harboring the secret of giving birth to twins at 16, her way of life as a shining idol embodies the entire story's theme ⭐
Aquamarine "Aqua" Hoshino
Ai Hoshino's son, whose previous life was obstetrician Goro Amamiya. Reincarnated with memories of his past life, he operates behind the scenes in the entertainment industry to uncover the truth behind his mother's death. A dark hero who advances on the path of revenge, armed with a calm intellect and acting ability 🖤
Ruby Hoshino
Ai Hoshino's daughter and Aqua's twin sister. Her previous life was Sarina Tendoji, a hospitalized girl who was Dr. Goro's patient. Inheriting her admiration and will from her mother Ai, she aims for an idol debut as the center of the new B-Komachi - the story's other protagonist 💎
Kana Arima
A former child prodigy actress famous as "the genius child actress who can cry in 10 seconds." Though she struggles as work decreases with age, she's recruited by Ruby to join the new B-Komachi. Her high pride and awkward kindness, growing while harboring feelings for Aqua, make her a captivating character 🌸
Akane Kurokawa
A genius actress from the Lalalie Theater Company. Driven into a corner by online harassment during the reality dating show, she's drawn to Aqua after he saves her. With exceptional analytical and acting abilities, she's the only person who saw through Ai Hoshino's essence and performed a "perfect imitation of Ai" 🎭
MEM-cho
A popular YouTuber and influencer who becomes a member of the new B-Komachi. An "age-faking" character who hides her real age, behind which lies a bittersweet past of never being able to give up her dream of becoming an idol. An important presence supporting the new B-Komachi as a bright mood maker 🌈
