Since it was released in 1984, Dragon Ball has established itself as one of the biggest names in the world of global entertainment. With anime , successful films and a series of video games, Akira Toriyama continues to win hearts and generate profits. However, the future of the franchise is now surrounded by uncertainty following Toriyama in March 2024, coupled with internal disputes over the rights to the work.
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One of the main conflicts arose when Akio Iyoku , former director of Shueisha's “Dragon Ball Room”, decided to create his own company, Capsule Corporation Tokyo, in 2023. This move caused a huge uproar, as Iyoku had been one of the main people responsible for the creative decisions of the franchise. His departure and the creation of this new company raised questions about who would control the rights to Dragon Ball.
With Toriyama's death and disagreements between Iyoku, Shueisha and Bandai Namco, the franchise's rights were in a delicate situation. The lack of a clear leader following the loss of its creator has only worsened the tension. Even with Shueisha's efforts to resolve the conflict, the future of Dragon Ball remains uncertain.
Still, the franchise remains strong, and the new anime, Dragon Ball Daima , is scheduled to premiere in October 2024. Despite the disputes, fans are eager to see what's next, while everyone waits to find out who will take it forward. the legacy of one of the most beloved series in the world.
Source: T oyo Keizai
