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Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sei Shiraishi replaces Mei Nagano in "Toyotomi Brothers!" following scandal
26 May - It was revealed that Sei Shiraishi has been cast in the Japanese Taiga series, "Toyotomi Brothers!", replacing the original choice, Mei Nagano. The news came following Mei's decision to withdraw from the project back on 18 May amid a relationship scandal. It is noted that Mei has been losing sponsorships and projects since she was embroiled in an alleged affair with married actor Kei Tanaka. Reports claimed that nine advertisers have already taken down her ads since the scandal made headlines. The news of Sei's involvement was confirmed by NHK TV, stating that she will now be playing the role of Nao, the first love of the main character, Hidenaga Toyotomi. This will be her first time to participate in a Taiga drama, which is what NHK calls its annual year-long historical drama TV series. "Toyotomi Brothers!" describes the life of Hidenaga Toyotomi, the military commander and brother of Hideyoshi Toyotomi, as well as his relationship with the latter. Sei, who made her acting debut in 2016, is known for movies and dramas like "Silent Tokyo", "My Fair Prince", and Netflix's "Yu Yu Hakusho". (Photo Source: Sei IG, Mei Nagano IG)
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Mei Nagano withdraws from "Toyotomi Brothers!" amid alleged affair scandal
23 May - It was reported that Mei Nagano has now withdrawn from the upcoming NHK Taiga drama, "Toyotomi Brothers!" The news was shared by her agency, Stardust Promotion, who stated, "In view of the great trouble and concern caused to the relevant units by this series of reports, [Mei Nagano] has decided to withdraw from the show. We deeply apologise to everyone who is looking forward to the broadcast, as well as the program-related personnel and co-stars." It is noted that Mei has been losing sponsorships and projects since she was embroiled in an alleged affair with married actor Kei Tanaka. Reports claimed that nine advertisers have already taken down her ads since the scandal made headlines. "Toyotomi Brothers!" is a historical series that describes the life of Hidenaga Toyotomi, the younger brother of military commander and samurai Hideyoshi Toyotomi and their sibling relationship during the Warring States period. The drama stars Taiga Nakano and Sosuke Ikematsu. Mei was originally slated to play the role of Hidenaga's first love, Nao. (Photo Source: Mei Nagano IG, TokyoHive)
Tokyo Weekender
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tokyo Weekender
Actors Kei Tanaka and Mei Nagano Deny Affair Rumors Following Private Message Leak
In this week's news roundup we have the latest on Shukan Bunshun 's claim that actors Kei Tanaka and Mei Nagano are having an affair. Arashi announced that its members will be getting back together for a tour next spring. However, the group will be disbanding after that. A university student is recovering in hospital after being attacked by a knife-wielding man at a Tokyo subway station. A Sri Lankan man is being questioned by the police in connection with a fire that killed a Brazilian woman in Chiba. And Naoya Inoue defends his super bantamweight world title in Las Vegas. List of Contents: Kei Tanaka and Mei Nagano Continue To Deny Affair Rumors Arashi To Disband After 2026 Spring Tour Man Held After Knife Attack at Tokyo Subway Station Horror Blaze Kills Brazilian Traveler in Japan, Sri Lankan Man Arrested Inoue Recovers From Knockdown To Defeat Cardenas in Las Vegas Related Posts Kei Tanaka and Mei Nagano Continue To Deny Affair Rumors On Thursday, Shukan Bunshun published what it claims were private Line messages exchanged between actors Mei Nagano and Kei Tanaka, who is married with two children. The messages, which allegedly span several months, suggest the pair were in a relationship. They've both been heavily criticized as a result. Yet , while some believe they should be held accountable for their actions, others feel it was unethical to share their private conversations. Tanaka and Nagano's agencies stated that the exchanges didn't take place. They also denied rumors of an affair last month, when the same publication released a picture of the pair holding hands and another of them intimately leaning against each other. The weekly tabloid claimed Nagano was in a relationship with South Korean actor Kim Mu- jun , her co-star from the series Caster . Tanaka is married to former actor, Sakura. Arashi To Disband After 2026 Spring Tour There was mixed news for fans of the popular all-male Japanese group Arashi on Tuesday. The good news is that the five members will finally be performing together again next spring after being on hiatus since December 31, 2020. The bad news is that the reunion will be short-lived. In May of next year, the group will officially disband. According to Arashi's official X page, new applications for fan club membership will be temporarily suspended so that priority for tickets can be given to current fan club members. At present, the group is unable to give any specific details about the spring 2026 tour. In January 2019, Arashi surprised fans when its members announced that they planned to temporarily stop performing together. Man Held After Knife Attack at Tokyo Subway Station On Wednesday, a university student was hospitalized after being attacked by a knife-wielding man on the platform of Todaimae Station on the Tokyo Metro Namboku Line. The incident occurred at approximately 6:55 p.m. According to sources, the victim was standing at the front of the line to board the train. He was then attacked from behind and reportedly slashed several times as he boarded the train. Yoshitaka Toda, whose address and employment status is unknown, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. Police believe he had a strong intent to kill. He allegedly remained silent during interrogation. During the incident, he was apprehended by a police officer and a Nepalese man, who injured his finger. The victim suffered cuts to his forehead, the back of his neck and his right hand. Horror Blaze Kills Brazilian Traveler in Japan, Sri Lankan Man Arrested Police arrested a 31-year-old Sri Lankan national on Saturday after a Brazilian woman was found dead in an apartment that caught fire in Chiba Prefecture. The suspect, Abailija Patawadige Pathum Udayanga, allegedly left the premises without extinguishing the flames. He reportedly told investigators that he was 'too shocked to put out the fire.' Police are investigating the details of his relationship with the victim. Amanda Borges da Silva, 30, a researcher with a master's degree in linguistics, departed her home country in March to travel around Asia. A huge motorsports fan, she arrived in Japan at the start of April in time for the F1 Grand Prix. She was due to return home on the day she died. The night before, she spoke to her mother, saying 'I feel safe in Japan.' Naoya Inoue | Image by the Cabinet Secretariat, Cabinet Public Relations Office via Wikimedia Inoue Recovers From Knockdown To Defeat Cardenas in Las Vegas Naoya Inoue was knocked down for just the second time in his career on Sunday night but fought back strongly to record his 30th professional win with an eighth-round technical knockout of 100-1 outsider Ramon Cardenas from the US. The man known as the Monster was ahead 68-63 on all three judges' scorecards at the time of stoppage. 'I was very surprised [at the knockdown], but I took things calmly and put myself together… From then on, I made sure to not take that punch again,' Inoue said after the fight. The four-division world champion was back in Las Vegas for the first time since 2021. His next showdown will take place in Japan in September against Murodjon Akhmadaliev from Uzbekistan. 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Tokyo Reported
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Tokyo Reported
Mei Nagano apologizes for 'misunderstandings' regarding reported two-timing
TOKYO (TR) – Popular actress Mei Nagano last week has apologized over a report that says she is dating two men, one of whom — former co-star Kei Tanaka — is married. Prior to her appearance on Nippon Broadcasting System's 'Mei Nagano's All Night Nippon X' on Monday, she said, 'Regarding the fuss caused by the reports in some weekly magazines, I have caused a lot of worry and trouble to fans who always support me, and to the people I work with. I am truly sorry.' Last week, a reporter for weekly tabloid Shukan Bunshun found Nagano, 25, inviting an apparently drunk Tanaka into her apartment in Minato Ward late at night on April 19. Nagano and Tanaka, 40, met when they co-starred in the film 'And the Baton Was Passed' in 2021. Further, she spent the night with Korean actor Kim Mu-jun, her 26-year-old co-star in the TBS drama 'Caster,' the day before, the magazine reporter. Mei Nagano (X) Nagano continued, 'I sincerely regret my thoughtless actions that led to misunderstandings. In the future, I will act with moderation so that this will never happen again. I am sorry. I will do my best to regain everyone's trust from now on.' She then spent about a minute playing the show's jingle. Around the time of the emergence of the report, Nagano's agency, Stardust Productions, denied the allegations. 'Tanaka and Kim Mu-jun are senior performers and colleagues. There is no truth to the fact that they are dating,' the agency said. 'However, we have sternly told Nagano to be aware that her actions have led to misunderstandings.
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
After Kim Soo Hyun, Japanese actress Mei Nagano becomes the new victim of this alleged curse; know about it here
Barely two months after Korean actor Kim Soo Hyun found himself at the centre of a scandal that rippled through the entertainment world, another Prada ambassador is making headlines, and not for the right reasons. This time, it's Mei Nagano, the Japanese actress affectionately known as the 'new generation's first love.' Now, she's the latest name tied to the internet's favourite fashion-world superstition, the 'Prada Curse.' Prada curse strikes again? Is Mei Nagano the latest victim? If you're keeping tabs on celebrity gossip in East Asia, you'll know that the "Prada curse" has become a nickname fans throw around whenever a brand ambassador for Prada ends up in a controversy soon after a big campaign or appearance. It's half meme, half superstition, and after Kim Soo Hyun, now it looks like Japanese actress Mei Nagano might be the latest name added to that list. Nagano, 25, has been under scrutiny after being involved in an affair with actor Kei Tanaka, 40, and fans on social media were quick to point out her recent Prada-related campaign. Mei Nagano and Kei Tanaka's affair rumors send shockwaves According to Shukan Bunshun, 25-year-old Mei Nagano is involved an alleged affair with Kei Tanaka, a 40-year-old married actor and father. Pictures from their Halloween celebration at home have now gone viral on social media, leaving fans of the actress in shock. Shukan Bunshun alleges affair between Nagano Mei (25) and married Tanaka Kei (40) that started in autumn 2024. On Apr 15, they were spotted spending 3 hours at an izakaya before heading back to her apartment. Confronted, he denied staying over before admitting that he did. The report goes even further, claiming Nagano may have been 'two-timing," allegedly maintaining a separate romantic relationship with Kim Mu Jun, her Korean co-star from the drama Caster. Will Prada cut ties with Mei Nagano? Mei Nagano's partnership with Prada may be at risk due to her recent personal scandal. As a brand ambassador since 2023, Nagano has become a prominent figure in Prada's campaigns and fashion events. However, with her image now tarnished by allegations of infidelity, there are speculations that Prada might distance themselves from the actress to protect their brand reputation. Neither Prada nor Nagano's management has commented on the situation, but the buzz on social media and shifting public opinion have cast a shadow over the future of their collaboration. Kim Soo Hyun dropped by Prada as its brand ambassador In early 2024, Kim Soo Hyun was announced as a brand ambassador for Prada, but his time with the luxury brand was unexpectedly short. In March 2025, Prada confirmed they were parting ways with the actor after serious allegations surfaced, claiming that Kim had been romantically involved with actress Kim Sae Ron when she was underage. The allegations gained traction days after Kim Sae Ron's tragic passing in February 2025, reigniting public scrutiny. The actor denied the accusations, insisting their relationship began when she was of legal age, and took legal action, filing lawsuits for defamation and privacy violations against those spreading the rumors. Despite his firm denial, the controversy led Prada to sever ties with the actor. Who are the other actors involved with Prada? Another frequently mentioned name in the so-called 'Prada Curse' conversation is Irene, a member of the popular K-pop group Red Velvet. Shortly after appearing in a Prada campaign and attending high-profile brand events, Irene became the center of controversy when a stylist publicly accused her of rude behavior on set. In 2021, Chinese actress Zheng Shuang was dropped just eight days into her Prada deal after surrogacy and tax evasion scandals. That same year, Kris Wu was cut loose following his rape arrest and conviction. Earlier, Ko Chen-tung's 2014 drug arrest and PG One's affair and drug-related lyrics in 2017 added fuel to the so-called "Prada curse" theory where star power meets sudden controversy,. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
