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Hypebeast
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle' Smashes Japanese Box Office Records
Summary Earlier this month, the highly anticipated first part of the final arc film forDemon Slayermade its premiere in Japanese theaters. In less than 10 days, the film rapidly dominated the Japanese box office,smashing multiple records. It achieved the highest grossing Japanese film on its opening day, for a single day and over its opening weekend. In addition to that, it also became the fastest film in Japan's box office history to reach an impressive ¥10 billion JPY (approx $67.6 million USD) in earnings, underscoring its immense popularity and critical success. The global premiere forDemon Slayer: Infinity Castle – Chapter 1: The Return of Akazais set to begin in August across various countries in Asia, allowing international fans to experience the film shortly after its successful premiere in Japan. Meanwhile, enthusiasts in the U.S. and U.K. will have a slightly longer wait, with the film scheduled for a later release on September 12, 2025. Over the weekend, a new key visual forDemon Slayer: Infinity Castle – Chapter 1: The Return of Akazawas also officially unveiled. This striking visual sets the stage for Infinity Castle's first major confrontation — the formidable Water Hashira, Giyu Tomioka, alongside Tanjiro, depicted amid a face-off against the notorious Upper Rank Three demon Akaza. 【絶賛公開中】劇場版「鬼滅の刃」無限城編第一章 猗窩座再来 第3弾キービジュアルを公開しました。 強者の立つ場所へ — 鬼滅の刃公式 (@kimetsu_off)July 27, 2025
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle arc unveils fierce Giyu Tomioka visual
The countdown to Demon Slayer : Infinity Castle Arc is officially underway! As fans eagerly await the movie trilogy, the anime's official X (formerly Twitter) account has revealed a striking new visual featuring the fan-favorite character, Giyu Tomioka . The first film is set to premiere on July 18, 2025, and anticipation is already reaching a fever pitch. Posted with the message '82 days until release,' the new solo illustration showcases Giyu with a fierce, determined expression. His intense gaze and sharp, poised stance suggest that the battles ahead will be as tough as ever. Fans quickly flooded social media, showering Giyu with praise. Many described him as "so handsome," "graceful," and "incredibly strong," while others admired his 'perfectly captured anger' and 'powerful presence.' The official visual is part of a special countdown campaign leading up to the movie's release. Each week, fans are treated to a new solo visual, with more Hashira visuals expected to drop soon, keeping the excitement building until the premiere. Giyu Tomioka's new visual: Fans react The reveal of Giyu's new illustration sparked a wave of excitement online. Fans expressed their admiration with comments such as, 'My favorite Hashira, Giyu-san. He looks way too cool!' and 'Giyu's anger is absolutely perfect!' Some were more emotional, saying, 'It's Tomioka! His fierce face is just too cool!' and 'I can't wait to see him fight, but it's going to be so emotional.' The visual's dramatic intensity has left many fans feeling even more eager to see him in action. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Co-Founder of Google Brain, Andrew Ng, Is Reported To Have Read Every... Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Some have even speculated that other Hashira, like Kyojuro Rengoku, Shinobu Kocho, and Sanemi Shinazugawa, may get their own solo visuals in the coming weeks, adding to the mounting excitement. The buzz around Giyu's fierce and serious look shows just how much love the Water Hashira still has from fans, especially as the series reaches some of its most intense moments yet. With Giyu's image representing strength and determination, fans are excited to see how his role will evolve in the upcoming arc. Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle arc what's next? Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba was created by Koyoharu Gotouge and first published in Weekly Shonen Jump from 2016 to 2020. With over 150 million copies sold worldwide, the series became a record-breaking global phenomenon. The anime's journey began in April 2019 with the Tanjiro Kamado: Unwavering Resolve Arc. This was followed by some of the most beloved adaptations, including the Mugen Train Arc (2020), the Entertainment District Arc (2021–2022), and the Swordsmith Village Arc (2023). Most recently, the Hashira Training Arc aired in May-June 2024. Now, Demon Slayer fans are looking forward to the Infinity Castle Arc, which will continue directly after the events of the Hashira Training Arc. In this arc, Tanjiro, Giyu, and the other Hashira will confront the final battle against Muzan Kibutsuji 's most powerful demons inside the eerie Infinity Castle. Epic battles, shocking twists, and heart-wrenching goodbyes await the heroes. What makes this arc even more exciting is that it will be adapted into a movie trilogy rather than a TV season. Fans can expect high-quality animation, intense action, and emotional moments that will stay with them long after the credits roll. Fans can't wait for the next chapter As the countdown to the Infinity Castle Arc continues, the excitement only grows. With each visual reveal and new teaser, fans are reminded why Demon Slayer remains one of the most beloved anime series in the world. As we wait for Giyu and the rest of the heroes to face their toughest battles yet, one thing is certain: Demon Slayer's next arc will be one of its most legendary yet. Stay tuned for more updates, and get ready for the unforgettable journey ahead!
