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Nikkei Asia
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Nikkei Asia
Sony taps Crunchyroll to draw anime fans to its entertainment empire
TOKYO -- Anime is emerging as a key pillar for Japan's Sony Group, with its U.S.-based streaming service Crunchyroll more than tripling subscribers in four years and generating synergies with the group's video games, music and other content. "Anime has over 1 billion fans and is loved worldwide," Sony Group President and CEO Hiroki Totoki said at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025 held Sunday. "It has drawn even more fans just in the past year."
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Every Winner at the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors The 2025 edition of the Crunchyroll Anime Awards took place on Sunday, with dozens of awards given away to some of the best anime series and movies of yesteryear. The stream was an exciting affair, filled with celebrity appearances, performances from artists like Creepy Nuts – best known for its theme song Otonoke from Dan Da Dan – and much more. We've got the full list of Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025 winners below, along with a quick summary of the biggest winners of the night. Solo Leveling director Shunsuke Nakashige accepts the Anime of the Year award on stage at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025 in Tokyo. Solo Leveling director Shunsuke Nakashige accepts the Anime of the Year award on stage at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025 in Tokyo. Crunchyroll Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025: All Awards Winners The big winner of the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards was Solo Leveling, which took home a staggering 9 awards at the show, including the coveted Anime of the Year awards. That was a little bit surprising to many, who expected Dan Da Dan would clean up at the awards — it took home three awards when all was said and done, just a little behind Frieren's four. Here's the full list:
UPI
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
In photos: Crunchyroll Anime Awards: stars light up the orange carpet
Crunchyroll CEO Rahul Purini (L) and Sony Group Corp president and CEO Hiroki Totokii attend the orange carpet event for the Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025 in Tokyo, Japan, on May 25, 2025. Photo by Keizo Mori/UPI
News18
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025 Full Winners List: Solo Leveling Leads The Pack
The Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025 was held in Tokyo, Japan, celebrating the outstanding talent that drives anime's growing global impact. This glamorous live event honoured the artists, musicians, and visionaries shaping the anime world. Leading the night was Solo Leveling, which dominated with a sweep of awards, including Anime of the Year, Best New Series, Best Action, Best Score, and Best Main Character. The popular adaptation of a Korean webtoon also won Best Ending Sequence and Best English Voice Performance for Aleks Le, among other accolades. Other major winners included Look Back, which was awarded Film of the Year, and Ninja Kamui, which secured the title of Best Original Anime. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Hashira Training Arc continued its success, earning both Best Continuing Series and Best Animation, showcasing its enduring popularity and artistic excellence.
Mint
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Crunchyroll Awards 2025 LIVE: Full list of winners, performances, at the most coveted anime awards
The Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025 are underway, and anime fans around the world are tuning in for one of the most dazzling celebrations in the industry's history. Streaming live from Japan at 6 PM JST (2:30 PM IST) on 25 May, the event delivers a powerful mix of star power, musical performances, and heartfelt tributes to the best in anime. This year's edition of the Crunchyroll Anime Awards sets a new benchmark, with dozens of categories highlighting excellence in animation, music, direction, and storytelling. Titles like "Frieren: Beyond Journey's End" and "Solo Leveling" dominate conversations as fans eagerly await the announcement of winners. From viral anime theme songs to global fan favourites, tonight is a testament to anime's ever-growing cultural dominance. Check out the list of winners: Best Animation: Demon Slayer Best Original Anime: Ninja Kamui Best Anime Song: Otokone by Creepy Nuts for Dan da Dan Best Romance Anime: Blue Box Best Slice of Life Anime: Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines! Best Main Character: Sung Jinwoo - Solo Leveling Best Voice Actor (Hindi): Lohit Sharma as Satoru Gojo for Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Best Comedy: Mashle: Magic and Muscles Best Ending Sequence: Request by Krage Best Continuining Series: Demon Slayer: Hoshira Training Arc Adding to the spectacle is a glittering roster of celebrity presenters and international performers. J Balvin, the Colombian music sensation, takes centre stage alongside Stranger Things stars Finn Wolfhard and Gaten Matarazzo, lending the event a powerful dose of Hollywood flair. Also appearing tonight are Grammy-winning singer Kacey Musgraves, Olympic gold medallist Chloe Kim, Japanese star Dean Fujioka, and Brazilian drag icon Pabllo Vittar. They're joined by Italian singer Damiano David and acclaimed actress Mayu Matsuoka, rounding out a lineup that mirrors anime's global popularity and influence. From chart-topping music acts like Creepy Nuts to breakout hits and beloved classics, the event highlights how deeply anime now resonates across pop culture. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just discovering the medium, tonight's show offers something for everyone. Stay tuned as the awards continue to unfold—live, global, and unforgettable.
