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Economic Times
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
'It's Just Annoying': Demon Slayer wins two awards — here's what anime community is saying
Demon Slayer secured Best Continuing Anime Series and Best Animation at the 9th Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025, sparking mixed reactions from fans. Despite some criticism regarding the Hashira Training Arc's win, the franchise continues to captivate audiences globally. The Infinity Castle Arc will debut in Japan on July 18, 2025, marking the start of a trilogy. The next major chapter, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle, will debut in Japan on July 18, 2025, kicking off a trilogy that will conclude Tanjiro's journey. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Why Demon Slayer Continues to Reign Infinity Castle Trilogy: Release Details Demon Slayer, one of the most beloved anime franchises globally, has bagged two major awards at the 9th Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025 Best Continuing Anime Series and Best Animation In the Best Continuing Anime Series category, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Hashira Training Arc triumphed over strong contenders including:BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War – The ConflictMy Hero Academia Season 7ONE PIECEOSHI NO KO Season 2SPY x FAMILY Season 2For the Best Animation award, Demon Slayer beat visually stunning series such as:DAN DA DANDelicious in DungeonFrieren: Beyond Journey's EndKaiju No. 8And even Solo Leveling, which had earlier clinched the prestigious Anime of the Year the accolades, fan reactions have been deeply divided. Many anime lovers took to X (formerly Twitter) to vent their frustration:'Demon Slayer has won enough. Just like One Piece. That's why I've become a One Piece hater. It's just annoying! Other shows are way better. But only these two win every time,' said wrote, 'Anyone happy that Demon Slayer or Solo Leveling won — getting blocked.'On the other hand, fans of the franchise praised its continued excellence:'Demon Slayer. No bias. The cinematography, dialogue, backstories... I can go on and on. It's not just action.'Yet some were puzzled by the choice of the Hashira Arc:'This season was just buildup and Muzan's teaser. It felt like the weakest arc so far. People are still talking about those paper planes in the sky—give me a break!'Another user chimed in with a broader critique: 'I'm mad One Piece didn't win anything. Solo Leveling swept everything even though it's just a power fantasy (I love it though). Demon Slayer winning best continuation for a filler-like arc? Eh.'Despite criticism, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba continues to capture global audiences. Set in Japan's Taisho era, the story follows Tanjiro Kamado, a kind-hearted boy who joins the Demon Slayer Corps after his family is slaughtered and his sister Nezuko is turned into a demon. Together with allies Zenitsu and Inosuke, he takes on powerful enemies under the control of the immortal villain Muzan franchise's recent chapters, including the Infinity Castle Arc, escalate the stakes with Tanjiro and the elite Hashira warriors invading the demon realm for a final confrontation. Its theatrical releases have also made waves globally — the Hashira Training film became India's highest-grossing foreign release in next major chapter, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle, will debut in Japan on July 18, 2025, kicking off a trilogy that will conclude Tanjiro's journey. This marks the series' first original film since the record-breaking Mugen Train in distribution begins in August 2025, with both subtitled and dubbed screenings, including IMAX and premium Global Release Dates:August 14, 2025: Malaysia, Pakistan, SingaporeAugust 15, 2025: Cambodia, Indonesia, VietnamAugust 20, 2025: PhilippinesSeptember 11, 2025: Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Mexico, UK, USSeptember 12, 2025: Bulgaria, Finland, Spain, Poland, Romania, Southern AfricaSeptember 17, 2025: France, Belgium, French-speaking Africa, LuxembourgSeptember 18, 2025: Austria, Germany, Switzerland (German-speaking regions)
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'It's Just Annoying': Demon Slayer wins two awards — here's what anime community is saying
Demon Slayer, one of the most beloved anime franchises globally, has bagged two major awards at the 9th Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025 — Best Continuing Anime Series and Best Animation . Double Victory for Demon Slayer In the Best Continuing Anime Series category, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Hashira Training Arc triumphed over strong contenders including: BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Conflict My Hero Academia Season 7 ONE PIECE OSHI NO KO Season 2 SPY x FAMILY Season 2 Live Events For the Best Animation award, Demon Slayer beat visually stunning series such as: DAN DA DAN Delicious in Dungeon Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Kaiju No. 8 And even Solo Leveling, which had earlier clinched the prestigious Anime of the Year title. Mixed Reactions from Fans Despite the accolades, fan reactions have been deeply divided. Many anime lovers took to X (formerly Twitter) to vent their frustration: 'Demon Slayer has won enough. Just like One Piece. That's why I've become a One Piece hater. It's just annoying! Other shows are way better. But only these two win every time,' said one. Another wrote, 'Anyone happy that Demon Slayer or Solo Leveling won — getting blocked.' On the other hand, fans of the franchise praised its continued excellence: 'Demon Slayer. No bias. The cinematography, dialogue, backstories... I can go on and on. It's not just action.' Yet some were puzzled by the choice of the Hashira Arc: 'This season was just buildup and Muzan's teaser. It felt like the weakest arc so far. People are still talking about those paper planes in the sky—give me a break!' Another user chimed in with a broader critique: 'I'm mad One Piece didn't win anything. Solo Leveling swept everything even though it's just a power fantasy (I love it though). Demon Slayer winning best continuation for a filler-like arc? Eh.' Why Demon Slayer Continues to Reign Despite criticism, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba continues to capture global audiences. Set in Japan's Taisho era, the story follows Tanjiro Kamado, a kind-hearted boy who joins the Demon Slayer Corps after his family is slaughtered and his sister Nezuko is turned into a demon. Together with allies Zenitsu and Inosuke, he takes on powerful enemies under the control of the immortal villain Muzan Kibutsuji. The franchise's recent chapters, including the Infinity Castle Arc, escalate the stakes with Tanjiro and the elite Hashira warriors invading the demon realm for a final confrontation. Its theatrical releases have also made waves globally — the Hashira Training film became India's highest-grossing foreign release in 2024. Infinity Castle Trilogy: Release Details The next major chapter, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle, will debut in Japan on July 18, 2025, kicking off a trilogy that will conclude Tanjiro's journey. This marks the series' first original film since the record-breaking Mugen Train in 2020. Global distribution begins in August 2025, with both subtitled and dubbed screenings, including IMAX and premium formats. Key Global Release Dates: August 14, 2025: Malaysia, Pakistan, Singapore August 15, 2025: Cambodia, Indonesia, Vietnam August 20, 2025: Philippines September 11, 2025: Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Mexico, UK, US September 12, 2025: Bulgaria, Finland, Spain, Poland, Romania, Southern Africa September 17, 2025: France, Belgium, French-speaking Africa, Luxembourg September 18, 2025: Austria, Germany, Switzerland (German-speaking regions) Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Demon Slayer demons who can regrow their heads explained
Read Ty's full post Demon Slayer : Kimetsu no Yaiba has become one of the most popular anime series on the planet, featuring epic combat, tear-jerking narratives, and unforgettable adversaries. The one biggest menace ultimatum in the whole of humanity ? In fact, some demons are so strong that they can come back from being beheaded, a method that is meant to kill them immediately. In this article, we will be counting down the most fearsome monsters from Demon Slayer that had the ability to regrow their heads and continue battling as if nothing had happened. Even the most talented Demon Slayers fell before these beasts, and their seemingly-invulnerable powers render them some of the most terrifying antagonists in anime history. Muzan Kibutsuji: The ultimate unkillable demon king City Hunter: Shinjuku Private Eyes Episode 8 Ch 13 Muzan Kibutsuji is the first demon that was ever created and the most dangerous. He's the big bad in Demon Slayer and the reason demons exist at all. Muzan's real scary gimmick isn't his power, but the fact that he can't die from a head cut-off. Even when the most powerful Hashira—Gyomei Himejima—does succeed in beheading him, Muzan absurdly regrows his head in an instant. He's lived through suicide bombings, toxic gas, and innumerable other murderous assaults. In the case of Muzan, he's so determined to become immortal that he believes he must conquer his greatest weakness, which is sunlight. His body is always growing and changing, and his regeneration makes him as hard to kill as any other demon. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cost Of Amusement Park Equipment From Mexico Might Surprise You - See Tips Amusement Park Equipment | search ads Click Here Undo 'I've killed thousands... and yet, not once have I been punished. There is no divine wrist ready to write a line of fate across the sky. Kokushibo: The upper-rank one with monster regeneration Anime Debut & Episode 45 Ch. 99 Kokushibo, with his extreme power and skill, is the most badass demon in Muzan's army, Upper-Rank One. As it turns out, he was originally a human samurai, and though he's now endowed with six eyes and superhuman abilities, he continues to wield a sword. Kokushibo is able to continue fighting even after having his head cut off and becomes a terrifying monster after being decapitated. This eerie transformation additionally enables him to continue fighting, regenerate at a much quicker pace, and intimidate even the most fearless Hashira. He's over 400 years old and has honed his demonic powers to a nearly perfect form. Doma : The smiling killer who grows his head back Episode 45 Issue 98 Doma is engaging, funny, brilliant and pure evil. He's the head of a death cult and entraps unsuspecting humans into his temple—only to consume them. Ranked Upper-Rank Two, Doma conceals his viciousness with a facade of kindness. When provoked, he transforms into a relentless bloodthirsty monster. At one point in a council of the Upper-Rank demons, Akaza literally knocks Doma's head off. Doma nonchalantly regrows his head in a matter of seconds, laughing off the blow like a punchline. That moment highlights not only how difficult it will be to finally defeat him but also why even other demons are terrified of him. Akaza the warrior who fights with his head cut off Anime Debut Story Arc Episode 032 Chapter 63 Akaza is a martial arts master who – after being defeated by an even more powerful martial artist – chose to become a demon in order to gain strength. Corrupted Ranked Upper-Rank Three, he reveres only the strongest fighters. Yet, he holds a disdain for the weak. During his battle with Kyojuro Rengoku , Akaza demonstrates just how out-of-this-world his regenerative abilities truly are. Even after his own head is cut off, Akaza continues the fight, unleashing devastation with every strike while still being able to move with incredible speed and accuracy. He's able to regrow a new head through sheer force of will… and a burning desire to be the strongest fighter in the universe. Even sans cranium, he's pretty much a force of nature. He is one of the most powerful foes the Demon Slayers ever come up against and DEADLIEST. Here's why head regeneration is so terrifying in Demon Slayer On Demon Slayer, it turns out to kill an enemy demon is pretty straightforward – just cut off their head with your Nichirin sword of choice. If some of those demons can withstand Arkham, that completely flips the script on the fight. These harrowing beasts of the netherworld test the limits of the Demon Slayers and push them to discover novel methods and risk it all simply to stay alive. While fans are drawn to strength and explosive powers that the action brings to the show, it's villains like these that up the ante. While their near mortality means no fight is truly life or death, the threat of near-immortality makes every fight have that stakes. Demon Slayer has not only been captivating audiences in Japan, but viewers all over the world love the amazing animation, captivating storytelling and one of a kind villains. Not just head-chomping, fire-breathing monsters, the demons who are able to regrow their heads embody the final form of the trial our heroes must overcome. With the fearless originality and unprecedented imagination this series is now famous for, fans will be treated to even more heart-stopping, mind-blowing twists and bone-chilling twists as the epic battles continue. Stay tuned for more Demon Slayer news as the battle continues to intensify!
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Demon Slayer Infinity Castle trailer leaks: Here's what you missed
Credits: AnimeMojo Demon Slayer : Kimetsu no Yaiba has exploded in popularity worldwide, drawing millions of fans with its emotional story and stunning animation. Set in Japan's Taisho era, it follows young Tanjiro Kamado, who joins the Demon Slayer Corps after his family is killed by demons and his sister Nezuko is turned into one. Together with allies like Zenitsu and Inosuke, Tanjiro fights fearsome demons led by the immortal Muzan. The series' latest chapters – known as the Infinity Castle arc – depict a climactic final battle as Tanjiro and the elite Hashira warriors storm the demons' fortress to confront Muzan. In India and other countries, Demon Slayer films have been box-office successes; for example, the 'Hashira Training' movie became the highest-grossing foreign film in India in 2024. Fans around the globe eagerly await the first Infinity Castle movie, slated to open in Japan on July 18, 2025. Infinity Castle: The final showdown Credits: YouTube Demon Slayer's Infinity Castle movie will adapt the saga's final story arc – a three-part climax never before fully seen on film. In the manga, Tanjiro and the Hashira (the Corps' top fighters) are drawn into a nightmarish dimension called the Infinity Castle, where Muzan Kibutsuji orchestrates the last stand against humanity. Studio Ufotable and producer Aniplex announced Infinity Castle immediately after Season 4 ended. It's expected to conclude Tanjiro's journey on the big screen; Infinity Castle will be the first fully original Demon Slayer movie since 2020's hit Mugen Train . Trailer leak sparks stir When Japanese theaters began re-running Mugen Train in 4K on May 9, 2025, they secretly screened an exclusive sneak-peek of Infinity Castle . The new trailer (just 60 seconds long) was meant only for cinema audiences. However, some viewers covertly filmed the preview and posted the low-quality clip online. The leaked footage quickly spread through fan sites and social media. It showed quick flashes of Tanjiro, Zenitsu, and other heroes preparing for battle inside the ominous Infinity Castle. By May 11, news of the leak was everywhere – enough that the official Demon Slayer team felt compelled to address it. Official studio response Within days the Demon Slayer production team issued stern warnings. The official Demon Slayer X (formerly Twitter) account announced that a 'secretly recorded video of the theater-exclusive trailer' had appeared on the internet. The post reminded fans that filming movies in a theater is illegal under Japanese law. It quoted the penalties for piracy – fines up to 10 million yen and up to 10 years in prison for unauthorized recording or uploading. Aniplex, the series' producer, also took to social media to echo the warning, stressing that copyright infringement 'could result in a hefty fine or even prison time'. Credits: YouTube At the same time, Crunchyroll (the overseas distributor) clarified that the official trailer will be shown properly. North American cinemas will legally show the same Infinity Castle trailer starting May 14, 2025 with Mugen Train revival screenings. In other words, there will soon be a high-quality official version for fans. Studio staff urged patience, reminding viewers that the full Infinity Castle film opens in Japan on July 18, 2025 and rolls out worldwide later in August and September. Fan reactions from social media Reactions on Twitter (X) and fan forums have been mixed but mostly excited. Many fans expressed frustration at the marketing strategy of hiding the trailer in theaters only – they felt the leak was 'inevitable' under the circumstances. Some joked at the warning message. One fan quipped, 'First try catching the guy who recorded it… keep up the drama!'. Another joked that 'tomorrow there will be about 5 leaks at once,' teasing that international fans would film their own clips. On the other hand, some fans were actually relieved to see any glimpse of new content. A number of viewers said the studio had made them wait too long, and they were glad someone finally shared footage of the movie. Fan blogs noted that the community is 'upset about the overall marketing strategy' but still overwhelmingly excited for Infinity Castle . At the same time, many fans warned each other not to watch the shaky leaked video – preferring to experience the trailer in better quality. In general, the sentiment remains optimistic: followers of Demon Slayer are buzzing with excitement and hope that the official trailer and film will soon give them the full blockbuster experience.
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Demon Slayer's doma explained how his deadly ice powers make him one of the most terrifying demons
Demon Slayer's doma explained how his deadly ice powers make him one of the most terrifying demons Credit-Fandom Just like Demon Slayer, it's a beautifully animated, high-stakes story about good and evil. Kimetsu no Yaiba, or Demon Slayer as it's known in the states, has gone on to become one of the largest anime phenomena in the world with its emotional narrative, high octane battles, and fierce monstrous enemies. Among the several demons in the series, Doma, the Upper Rank Two of the Twelve Kizuki, is memorable not only for his sadism but his truly nightmarish ice-based abilities. For fans and newcomers alike asking what makes Doma so deadly, here's what you need to know about his blood demon art, his abilities, and why his cryokinesis makes him almost impossible to defeat. Operation Sindoor India foils Pakistan's attack on Jammu airport: What we know so far How India used 'Sudarshan Chakra' to take down Pak drones, missiles Operation Sindoor: Several airports in India closed - check full list Who is Doma in Demon Slayer? The Sound Hashira is directly responsible for a tragic event that changes the course of Mitsuri's life, while Doma serves to highlight Mitsuri's position within the Hashira. Doma is easily one of the most powerful demons in the series, only losing to Kokushibo and Muzan Kibutsuji, the Demon King. Unlike other major demons who handle their enemies with raw power or fire-bending assassinations, Doma turns enemies to ice, freezing them solid, stabbing at them with icicles, and entrapping his victims. On the surface, his personality is patient and friendly. Underneath, he's a cold-blooded killer who considers humans just 'snacks." Icepunk baby — How do Doma's ice powers work? Doma's blood demon art is predicated on ice, or cryokinesis. He has the ability to raise the ambient temperature, killing just by being in his vicinity, heating it up to as high as deadly. His ice can take the punishment. Casts blinding ice to freeze foes within a large radius immediately Formulate pointy ice arms and buildings Transform the field of war into his winter wonderland These powers render Doma lethal at both long-distance and hand-to-hand combat. This is a unique trait even among the strongest demons. Doma's deadliest ice attacks Doma's cryokinesis allows him to do a lot of creative and devastating attacks with ice: Lotus Vines – Summons large, lotus-shaped ice shards that home in on enemies, slicing through foes. Barren Hanging Garden – Launches an avalanche of ice needles at foes with his hand fan. Freezing Clouds – Creates a dense fog that freezes and slows down all foes within its bounds. Sister Bruiser Cold White Princesses – Summons ice constructs that whip freezing blasts of air over the battlefield. Wintry Icicles – Shoots huge, freezing icicles out with penetrating power. Scattering Lotuses – Throws rapid ice shuriken that cut through foes like blades. Each of these attacks is a testament to how much area control Doma has, as he can cover his foes in icy, high-speed strikes from all angles. His regeneration and physical power only add to his terrifying nature Beyond his ice-manipulating abilities, Doma is superhumanly strong and heals at a rate that can only be described as superhuman. In one of these fights, against Akaza (another Upper Rank demon), Tanjiro survives having his head almost completely split in half and simply regrows it in seconds. This healing factor is, in part, why Shinobu Kocho, the Insect Hashira, had to go in an entirely different direction. Realizing she would never be able to defeat him in direct combat, she infused her body with 700 times the typical concentration of wisteria toxin, intending to poison him from the inside after he absorbed her. Why is Doma stronger than Akaza? Doma ranks higher than Akaza due to having much more versatile abilities. Where Akaza forgoes all weaponry beyond physical tissue itself and martial arts, Doma can take you on with pure muscle or sorcery-esque abilities. With the flick of his wrist he is able to ensnare, crystalize, pierce, and decelerate his foes without coming near them. Add in his ice-based attacks, rapid healing abilities, and battle savvy, and it's clear he has a serious advantage. How Doma came within a whisker of victory Doma's fight was one of the fiercest fights not only in the arc but in all of Demon Slayer. He went up against several Hashira at the same time and was still in control. Only through a strategic, extremely intentional sacrifice and the cooperation of the many made him possible was he finally taken down. His terrifying ice abilities made him feel invincible and even in the loss, he still left a frosty imprint nonetheless as one of the games' most deadly threats. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . And don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
