The writer of the manga Oshi no Ko , Aka Akasaka , revealed the true message of his series regarding the dark side of the idol world. In an interview with Anime News Network , he says that the theme addressed in his manga serves to question the way idols and show business talents are treated by the industry and fans.
Oshi no Ko – Creator reveals the reason the manga addresses the idol world
Aka Akasaka shared many details about the creative process of Oshi no Ko, its characters, its plot, and the pace of working with Mengo Yokoyari , the manga's illustrator. When asked about the theme of idols in his manga, the creator simply says he portrayed reality as he sees it.
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“There was a case where a cast member was attacked by a fan who saw a photo of the first news of a movie release. At first, the person seemed very tough, but after we became friends, she confessed that she was very emotionally hurt. When I found out about this, I realized that talents hide their true colors for the sake of their work and their supportive fans. With the rise of the internet, we live in a society where fans' voices are heard directly. I want people to know how young talents are being hurt, exploited, and suffering. I think this work also questions how people should handle and treat these talents. I think it's fair to say that when I wrote about reality, it naturally became darker.”
So it's clear that Akasaka did extensive research into the dark side of the idol world to develop the idea for his manga. Those interested can watch the full interview at this link .
Synopsis:
The story follows a doctor named Gorou , a fan of a 16-year-old idol Ai Hoshino . But one day, Hoshino shows up at his office, claiming she's pregnant with twins, and her manager tells her to abort the babies. But the idol doesn't want to abort; she wants to have both children. Gorou promises her a safe delivery. Little does he know that an encounter with a mysterious figure will result in his premature death, or so he thought. However, upon opening his eyes in his beloved idol's arms, Gorou discovers he's been reborn as Aquamarine Hoshino, 's newborn son ! With his world turned upside down, Gorou soon discovers that the world of showbiz is full of controversies, where talent doesn't always bring success.
Therefore Akasaka and Yokoyari started the manga in Shueisha 's Salto Jovem in 2020. In addition, the publisher published the sixth volume of the compiled book in November 2021.
So, what did you think of this darker, more different perspective that Oshi no Ko brings to idols? Leave your comment below!
Source: ANN
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