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Indian Express
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Devil hunter Denji is in love with two women in Chainsaw Man The Movie: Reze Arc, watch trailer
One of the best-selling mangasof all time is getting the film treatment, as Chainsaw Man: The Movie – Reze Arc is coming to a theatre near you soon. Based on the original story and characters written by Tatsuki Fujimoto, this time Denji will have to choose between two women who he loves while trying to keep up with his already chaotic life. The film will release on September 26, and going by the trailer and the reactions it got, this film is going to be welcomed with open arms. Denji becomes a Devil Hunter after making a deal with Pochita, who is the chainsaw devil. The deal saves Denji's life, and he gets the ability to turn any part of his body into a chainsaw. In the first arc of the series, Denji decides to join the Public Safety Division, which is led by one of the women he is in love with, Makima. The protagonist continues to have strong feelings for her even though she technically betrays him. As he starts striking some kind of balance between his normal life and his life as a hunter, a new character is introduced, Reze. The name of the film and the trailer do suggest that Denji's affection for Reze is going to be central to the story, and it will be interesting to see whether this time his feelings will be reciprocated or not. ALSO READ: This Hollywood child star with Rs 157 crore net worth became a millionaire at 11, quit acting at 14; still makes millions for his hits 33 years later Laced with violence and dark humour, the series quickly shot to fame in 2018. The anime adaptation of the series was done by Mappa Studios, known for other animes like Attack On Titan and Jujutsu Kaisen. Both those adaptations received immense love, especially the former, which Mappa picked up for the last season. The studio is also behind the film, and the director of the anime, Tatsuya Yoshihara, is helming the project. Fans expressed their excitement online but took the trailer with a grain of salt due to some reported cuts. Many fans argued that certain scenes have been removed from the original trailer and said that they hope the CBFC does not suggest cuts in the actual film. A fan commented under the trailer, 'The censor board might actually censor this movie like Superman from the looks of it,' while another wrote, 'Why is this censored? Hope they don't do it to the actual film.' While it's still unclear why the studio or Sony decided to change the trailer, if cuts have been suggested at this stage, it's likely that they will end up staying in the actual film. Past anime films released in India, such as Demon Slayer: Mugen Train and Jujutsu Kaisen Zero, did well given the limited shows they had, which highlights a growth in anime viewers in the country, hence another big market opening for all creators.
The Citizen
02-07-2025
- Politics
- The Citizen
Safety, seniors and services: Sele sets the tone
In Part Five of unpacking Mayor Lucky Sele's 2025 State of the City Address (SOCA), the focus is on Community Development Services and public safety. With increased infrastructure investment across the city, Sele said, ensuring safety and security is a top developmental priority. 'A safe city is a city that can grow, attract investors, and provide residents with a dignified quality of life,' he said. 'The Public Safety Division has shown unwavering commitment to maintaining law and order.' Sele noted that partnerships are crucial to safety efforts, and a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed with provincial law enforcement agencies, allowing co-ordinated efforts across boundaries. Joint operations under Operation Shanela occur weekly in hotspots, while 24/7 patrols target cable theft, land invasions and transformer vandalism. • Also read: Bob and game reserve to be revived, Krugersdorp mayor says in SOCA To boost disaster response, the city established a Local Disaster Management Unit (LDMU). Technology upgrades include a warrant roadblock bus, new CCTV cameras, and speed and red-light cameras. In 2025/ 26, the city will procure 20 new traffic vehicles, a by-law enforcement truck, and a bakkie for the LDMU to increase reach and responsiveness. Sele celebrated the long-awaited launch of the Kagiso Elderly Centre, a 100-capacity facility offering daily care, wellness services, a gym, and therapeutic support. 'This marks a historic turning point in our commitment to community-based care for older persons,' he said. • Also read: Mayor maps out housing future for Mogale He added that the Social Upliftment Division is key to building an inclusive, developmental city. Their role in the 100 Days GBVF Challenge earned recognition from the South African Local Government Association, and Sele announced plans for a Safe House for Women and Children, set to launch in 2025/ 26. Regarding social protection, they launched a fully digitised Electronic Indigent Management System in October last year, streamlining applications, improving turnaround times, and enhancing verification protocols. 'To date, 3 429 applications were processed, and 6 107 households are currently supported. To ensure fairness and accuracy, we appointed 32 Indigent Verification Officers, including two persons with disabilities, who conducted physical door-to-door verification between January and June, creating local employment while ensuring resources reach those most in need.' 'We are also intensifying support for our youngest citizens. Two Early Childhood Development Centres (ECDC) are being prepared for full operationalisation. The Sinqobile ECDC will resume construction next month following structural assessments, while the Ga-Mogale ECDC has finalised a governing board and is on track to be registered as an NPO, unlocking new streams for compliance, funding, and long-term sustainability.' 'Our ongoing HIV/ Aids outreach remains a cornerstone of municipal health services. The Local HIV/ Aids Council, chaired by me, led outreach campaigns that reached over 126 000 households, supporting nearly 280 000 infected and affected individuals. This programme also created 94 employment opportunities through stipends for peer educators, injecting over R3.6m into community livelihoods while promoting health awareness and resilience,' Sele continued. He said their Sports Development Division has pursued meaningful partnerships to unlock access and expand participation. In March 2025, they collaborated with the Gauteng Lions on a targeted Cricket Development Programme, hosting clinics in rural areas as part of our drive to decentralise sporting opportunities. Mogale City is currently hosting the country's largest grassroots cricket tournament, the Jozi Cup 2025, with matches taking place across the Kagiso, Lusaka, and Azaadville cricket ovals. The two-month-long event concludes this month and has significantly bolstered local pride, talent discovery and township sporting economies. In July last year, Mogale launched the inaugural Mogale City Winter Games, an annual multi-code sporting showcase designed to encourage mass participation and unearth township talent across age groups and wards. 'We further deepened our support for grassroots sport by partnering with federations and youth-led bodies, including the Tarlton Youth Organisation, to successfully host the 2025 Youth Tournament, as well as the Gauteng Cross Country Championships at Kagiso Sport Complex last month.' The Mayor's Annual Easter Tournament, his flagship, remains one of Mogale's most powerful youth development platforms. Held over the Easter Weekend, this year's tournament ran from March 29 to 31 (preliminaries) and April 18 to 21 (finals), and featured soccer and netball matches across all wards and age categories. 'This inclusive programme is about far more than trophies, it is a celebration of township resilience, a space for positive youth engagement, and a feeder into formalised sports pathways.' • Also read: Pollution in the Cradle raises international eyebrows He said, in the past financial year, they hosted the Provincial Heritage Day Celebrations at Maropeng, which in turn hosted a Skills Development Workshop for local artists and convened the Arts and Culture Forum, ensuring governance and sustainability in the creative sector. 'Our libraries continue to be a critical part of our knowledge infrastructure.' In October last year, Lusaka Library was recognised as Public/ Community Library of the Year at the national LIASA Conference in Durban. From June, Mogale extended library hours at Desmond Tutu, Kagiso, Krugersdorp, and Magaliesburg Libraries, broadening access for learners, job seekers and researchers. 'In addition, our active MOU with Unisa has enabled improved academic resource access across our libraries, reaffirming their role as vital educational centres,' he said. Sele added, it is with immense pride that they celebrated the achievements of the Amajita U20 players, Thato Sibiya and Kgomotso Madiba, who rose from local development leagues in Mogale City to become part of South Africa's Afcon-winning squad. 'Their victory is not just a sporting milestone, it is a clarion call to invest further in grassroots sports, because when township dreams are nurtured, national heroes are born. In preserving the rich and sacred history of Mogale City, Sele proudly honour one of Mogale's most distinguished sons, the late Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Mpilo Tutu, who hails from the mighty 'Chip Town', in Munsieville. As part of their commitment to cultural heritage preservation and legacy-driven development, Mogale commenced discussions with the Desmond Tutu Foundation and the Anglican Church on the establishment of a dedicated tourism and heritage route in his memory. 'This visionary project aims to position Mogale as a site of reflection, pilgrimage, and education where future generations can walk in the footsteps of this global icon of peace, reconciliation, and justice,' Sele concluded. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
04-06-2025
- General
- The Citizen
Beware of scammers posing as Emalahleni Local Municipality officials
The Emalahleni Local Municipality has issued a warning to residents about fraudulent activities involving individuals posing as municipal officials. These scammers are sending messages to residents claiming to represent the municipality and threatening disconnection of services due to alleged arrears. Residents are encouraged to follow certain measures to protect themselves. The measures include, but not limited to the following: – Be cautious of unsolicited messages or visits from individuals claiming to be from the Municipality. – Verify the identity of municipal officials by looking for official identification cards, marked vehicles, and branded uniforms. – Do not allow access to anyone claiming to be from the Municipality without proper verification. – Report any suspicious messages or visits to the Emalahleni Local Municipality or contact our Public Safety Division. According to the Emalahleni Local Municipality, disconnection notices are issued through official written communication and their teams do not randomly visit properties without prior documented notice. To verify any communication or service related inquiries, residents are encouraged to visit: – Call: 013 6906222/333/444 – Email: Callcentre@ -Website: By taking these simple steps, you can protect yourself from falling victim to scammers. Stay informed and alert. Breaking news at your fingertips … Follow WITBANK NEWS on our website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or TikTok Chat to us: info@ At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
