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Kuwait Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Kuwait Times
New ‘Demon Slayer' movie breaks records in Japan
People walk past digital billboards advertising the upcoming release of the video game "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2", along a walkway inside a train station in central Tokyo.--AFP photos The latest movie adaptation of hit manga and anime series 'Demon Slayer' is breaking records in Japan, becoming the fastest film to gross 10 billion yen ($67 million), an industry body said. The film was released on July 18 and reached the 10-billion-yen mark after eight days. The previous record-holder was the last installment of the series, which hit that figure after 10 days in 2020, Kogyo Tsushinsha, which tracks movie sales, said on Monday. 'We thank each and every fan who came to movie theatres and theatre staff who are delivering this to the fans,' the movie's official X account said on Monday. A man walks past a long digital billboard advertising the upcoming release of the video game "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2", along a walkway inside a train station in central Tokyo. 'Demon Slayer' is originally a manga comic book series that has sold over 200 million copies worldwide, according to its publisher Shueisha. The work by artist Koyoharu Gotouge follows a combat adventure of boy hero Tanjiro Kamado who fights demons as he searches for a cure for his sister who has become one. The intense popularity of the series is rivalled only by global titles like 'Dragon Ball', 'Naruto', and 'One Piece,' Kyodo News said. The original manga series appeared in the popular Weekly Shonen Jump magazine from 2016 to 2020. — AFP
Kyodo News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Kyodo News
'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba The Movie: Infinity Castle' Drops Third Key Visual & New PV
The buzz continues for 'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba The Movie: Infinity Castle Part 1: Akaza's Return'! After its record-breaking debut in Japan on July 18, 2025, the latest installment from the beloved 'Demon Slayer' series is gearing up for its global rollout. To heighten the anticipation, a captivating third key visual and a dynamic promotional video have just been released, showcasing more of the unparalleled animation from ufotable that fans around the world have come to expect. ▲Third key visual New Promotional Video Reveals Third Key Visual About 'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba The Movie: Infinity Castle' Global releases begin August 2025, with the U.S. and Canada screenings starting September 12, 2025. Staff Original Work: Koyoharu Gotouge (Published by Shueisha Jump Comics) Director: Haruo Sotozaki Character Design & Chief Animation Director: Akira Matsushima Screenplay: ufotable Sub-Character Design: Miyuki Sato, Yoko Kajiyama, Mika Kikuchi Prop Design: Masaharu Koyama Art Directors: Masaru Yanaka, Yuri Kabasawa Art Supervisor: Koji Eto Director of Photography: Yuichi Terao 3D Director: Kazuki Nishiwaki Color Design: Yuko Omae Editor: Manabu Kamino Music: Yuki Kajiura, Go Shiina Chief Director: Hikaru Kondo Animation Production: ufotable Distribution: Toho, Aniplex Cast Tanjiro Kamado: Natsuki Hanae Nezuko Kamado: Akari Kito Zenitsu Agatsuma: Hiro Shimono Inosuke Hashibira: Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Kanao Tsuyuri: Reina Ueda Genya Shinazugawa: Nobuhiko Okamoto Giyu Tomioka: Takahiro Sakurai Tengen Uzui: Katsuyuki Konishi Muichiro Tokito: Kengo Kawanishi Shinobu Kocho: Saori Hayami Mitsuri Kanroji: Kana Hanazawa Obanai Iguro: Kenichi Suzumura Sanemi Shinazugawa: Tomokazu Seki Gyomei Himejima: Tomokazu Sugita Akaza (Upper Rank Three): Akira Ishida Official Website "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba The Movie: Infinity Castle" Official Website "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba The Movie: Infinity Castle" Official English Website Official X Account: @kimetsu_off Official English X Account: @DemonSlayerUSA (Hashtag: #鬼滅の刃 #DemonSlayer) IMAX(R) is a registered trademark of IMAX Corporation. ©Koyoharu Gotoge / SHUEISHA, Aniplex, ufotable *Some parts of this text have been translated using machine translation
CNA
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNA
New Demon Slayer movie breaks records in Japan
The latest movie adaptation of hit manga and anime series Demon Slayer is breaking records in Japan, becoming the fastest film to gross 10 billion yen (US$67 million), an industry body said. Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle was released on Jul 18 and reached the 10 billion yen mark after eight days. The previous record-holder was the last installment of the series – Demon Slayer: Mugen Train – which hit that figure after 10 days in 2020, Kogyo Tsushinsha, which tracks movie sales, said on Monday (Jul 28). "We thank each and every fan who came to movie theatres and theatre staff who are delivering this to the fans," the movie's official X account said on Monday. Demon Slayer is originally a manga comic book series that has sold over 200 million copies worldwide, according to its publisher Shueisha. The work by artist Koyoharu Gotouge follows a combat adventure of boy hero Tanjiro Kamado who fights demons as he searches for a cure for his sister who has become one. The intense popularity of the series is rivalled only by global titles like Dragon Ball, Naruto and One Piece, Kyodo News said. The original manga series appeared in the popular Weekly Shonen Jump magazine from 2016 to 2020.
Straits Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
New Demon Slayer movie breaks records in Japan
Find out what's new on ST website and app. The Demon Slayer film, released on July 18, has reached the 10-billion-yen mark after just eight days. TOKYO – The latest movie adaptation of hit manga and anime series Demon Slayer is breaking records in Japan, becoming the fastest film to gross 10 billion yen (S$86.7 million), an industry body said. The film was released on July 18 and reached the 10-billion-yen mark after eight days. The previous record-holder was the last installment of the series, which hit that figure after 10 days in 2020, Kogyo Tsushinsha, which tracks movie sales, said on July 28 . 'We thank each and every fan who came to movie theatres and theatre staff who are delivering this to the fans,' the movie's official X account said on July 28. Demon Slayer is originally a manga comic book series that has sold over 200 million copies worldwide, according to its publisher Shueisha. The work by artist Koyoharu Gotouge follows a combat adventure of boy hero Tanjiro Kamado who fights demons as he searches for a cure for his sister who has become one. The intense popularity of the series is rivalled only by global titles like Dragon Ball, Naruto, and One Piece, Kyodo News said. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Terrorism threat in Singapore remains high, driven by events like Israeli-Palestinian conflict: ISD Singapore Online platforms have halved time it takes for Singaporeans to be self-radicalised: ISD Asia Extreme weather turns Beijing into rain trap; 30 killed, over 80,000 evacuated Asia Meeting between Cambodian-Thai militaries postponed, as acting Thai PM says border calm Singapore NDP 2025: Enhanced security measures to be put in place around the Padang Business SIA shares tumble after 59% first-quarter profit slide Singapore Motorcyclist hurt after car crashes into bollard next to Clementi coffee shop Sport World Cup winner Fabio Cannavaro among list of top names for Singapore football coach The original manga series appeared in the popular Weekly Shonen Jump magazine from 2016 to 2020. The film is set to hit Singapore cinemas on Aug 14. AFP
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle's Tickets To Go Live On This Date
The first visual of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba: Infinity Castle introduces viewers to Tanjiro Kamado. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba: Infinity Castle, is ready to arrive in the US theatres. The much-awaited anime film, based on Koyoharu Gotouge's hit manga, is the first feature film in a three-part cinematic trilogy. Fans would be happy to know that the movie's ticket sales in the North American theatres will go live on August 15. Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle is expected to premiere in North American and Canadian theaters, including IMAX, on September 12. The details of the movie, as well as its first glimpse, were unveiled at the San Diego Comic Con 2025, which concluded on July 27. The first visual of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba: Infinity Castle introduces viewers to Tanjiro Kamado. He is forced to join the Demon Slayer Corps, a secret organisation dedicated to protecting humanity from demons, after his sister Nezuko turns into one. Tanjiro teams up with comrades Zenitsu and Inosuke alongside elite warriors known as the Hashira, battling with powerful demons. Elsewhere in the visual footage, it is seen that the Demon Slayer Corps undergoes intense Hashira Training for the final confrontation with Muzan Kibutsuji, the primary antagonist of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba: Infinity Castle. Muzan unleashes terror by attacking the Ubuyashiki Mansion. In response to the attack, Tanjiro Kamado is pulled into the demon's den aka the Infinity Castle, where they come face to face for the ultimate war. Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Japan Box Office Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle, hit the silver screens in Japan last weekend and broke multiple records. It had the biggest opening day, first day, and single-day earnings in the country's history, as per a report by Polygon. Released by Toho and Aniplex, the film made 7.31 billion yen (approximately Rs 427.1 crore) in just four days. Last year, the makers of the Demon Slayer trilogy revealed that it would mark the final arc of the film series. 'Crunchyroll is thrilled to be able to bring this trilogy of films to fans on the big screen, and it promises to be one of the truly epic and consequential pop-cultural events of our time when it hits theatres," said Crunchyroll president Rahul Purini as quoted by The Hollywood Reporter. First Published: July 28, 2025, 16:24 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
