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Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Why the original Naruto series still outshines Shippuden: 8 Reasons fans prefer part I
From improved character development to enhanced storytelling, here's all the reasons why most fans still believe the original Naruto anime was the best. The Naruto anime franchise is one of the most popular shonen anime franchises of all time. It's about Naruto Uzumaki, a young ninja who aspires to be the leader of his village, the Hokage. This epic tale is divided into two parts. Naruto (Part I) and Naruto Shippuden (Part II). Though Shippuden delivers on grander battles and more intricate stories, a lot of older fans feel there's plenty the original Naruto anime handled far better. So whether you're curious about anime for the first time or you've been a viewer for decades, these fundamental differences help shed some light on why the first dozen episodes of Naruto remain so beloved among fans. Here are 8 reasons why the first Naruto anime is still widely regarded as being superior to Naruto Shippuden by most fans. 1. Stronger storytelling and simpler plot The original Naruto anime balanced a more focused and emotional narrative. It begins with Naruto as a rejected outcast, and continues on as he bit by bit wins acceptance from not only his village but fellow ninjas. The pacing is brisk, and the plot never bogs down under the weight of convoluted backstory. It runs the gamut but it's all very accessible, and each mission feels like it has high stakes — whether it's protecting a bridge builder, or the entirety of the Chunin Exams arc. While Shippuden would go on to explore more political themes, gods and ancient history, Part I was more down-to-earth and focused on connecting with its teenage audience. 2. Less filler, more canon Shippuden in particular is notorious for its filler, with more than two-fifths of the entire anime consisting of non-canon material. It turned off a lot of fans due to these extended gaps in the main plot line. So in comparison, the original Naruto anime has a helluva lot less fillers, and even when it does, they tend to be more entertaining and don't stop epic fights in the making. On an aesthetic level, this presents audiences with a more integrated and dynamic visual experience. 3. Better use of side characters In part. Me, characters such as Rock Lee , Neji, Shikamaru, and Hinata were treated to serious character development. To be clear, this isn't just some superficial change for Tokenism's sake — as some of you might assume when you hear the word 'pansexual.' They had character development, backstories, and their own significant arcs. Shippuden sidelined a lot of these fan-favorites to solely focus on Naruto and Sasuke . This change shrunk the world of Naruto and deprived many fans of watching their favorite background characters show off their skills in battle. 4. Consistent quality in story and animation For every Shippuden epic high (Pain arc anyone?!) there were major dips in animation and pacing—in particular during drawn-out flashbacks or filler arcs. The original Naruto series was far more stable with its animation style and current story. Even in a world where unicorns and ninjas can co-exist, the emotional gravitas of scenes such as Haku and Zabuza's farewell or the Sasuke Retrieval Arc have yet to be replicated. 5. A perfect ending that sets up the future The original series concludes with Naruto departing the village to train with Jiraiya, following his emotionally charged fight with Sasuke. It was a bittersweet yet triumphant finale that laid the proper groundwork for even bigger things to come while capping off his childhood odyssey. Shippuden's final scenes take place during Naruto's wedding. Though heartwarming, it unfortunately glosses over him finally achieving his goal of becoming Hokage — his lifelong dream — something that was only depicted subsequently in a dedicated special in 2015 and sequel series Boruto. 6. Fewer plot loles and retcons Often, Shippuden would pull the rug out from underneath viewers with surprising plot twists and retcons that left fans scratching their heads. The more it delved into the origins of chakra, the Ōtsutsuki clan, and Madara's plan, the more questions it raised. This usually violated rules set up in earlier arcs. Part I took a minimalist approach and it paid off, focusing on connecting the audience to what was happening right now without requiring them to go back and catch up on earlier seasons to understand where new developments fit in. 7. Naruto and Sasuke's bond felt more real The development of the friendship/rivalry between Naruto and Sasuke was well executed and emotional. Though each other's politics and presentations were very different, they felt each other's pain and began to really connect and become friends, slowly breaking through the stereotypes. Even by Shippuden, their relationship had become a lot more toxic, with Sasuke running away all the time and Naruto in pursuit. The heart and warmth from their early days were largely replaced by revenge and edgier story telling. 8. Fights were better balanced and more creative Sure, Shippuden had some all time classic fights — I mean who could forget Naruto vs Pain or Madara vs the Shinobi Alliance — but many of them were heavily influenced by ridiculous god-like powers and convoluted jutsu. The battles in the first series of Naruto were things like Rock Lee versus Gaara or Naruto versus Neji and those fights were a lot more focused on strategy, emotional impact and technique. The power levels were less lopsided, so no fight ever felt like a foregone conclusion. Nostalgia or just better? This isn't simply the bias of nostalgia — countless fans will tell you that the original Naruto anime simply excelled in character development, story cohesion, and emotional impact delivery. If you're new to anime, or considering a rewatch of the series, starting with Part I makes for a more down-to-earth, touching experience. The full Naruto anime is available for streaming in English and Japanese on Crunchyroll, Netflix, and Hulu. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time of India
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Naruto finally surpasses Sasuke after the war — Full power explained
Naruto finally surpasses Sasuke after the war — Full power explained Credit- Fandom From Underdog to Hokage— Naruto's Popularity and Legacy in the Ninja World. Naruto Uzumaki started out as the village outcast—obnoxious, hyperactive, and ignored by everyone. By the conclusion of Naruto Shippuden, he'd man-up to be not just one of the strongest ninjas of his age, but all time. He battled godlike adversaries, saved the world from certain destruction, and at long last triumphed over his oldest adversary, Sasuke Uchiha. Yet what little information slips beyond the veil of the anime often leaves out one crucial detail – Naruto didn't end there! In reality, he grew more powerful than ever. Operation Sindoor Pak drones enter Indian airspace, explosions heard just hours after truce deal Sirens, explosions in border districts after Pak breaks deal: What we know so far 'What happened to ceasefire?' J&K CM after explosions heard across Srinagar Here's a closer look at why exactly Naruto beat Sasuke in the end and what that means for Boruto and the future of the ninja world. Naruto vs Sasuke: Who was stronger at the end of Shippuden At the climax of the war, Naruto and Sasuke's god-level powers. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Elevate Business Writing With This Desktop App Grammarly Learn More Undo Naruto had tamed the Nine-Tails (Kurama), mastered Sage Mode, and unlocked Six Paths Sage Mode . Sasuke obtained the Rinnegan and had absorbed a large amount of chakra from all nine Tailed Beasts. Their climactic showdown at the Valley of the End was a nail biter, but Naruto emerged victorious. He relied on enormous Sage Energy, innovative collaboration with Kurama, and pure determination to level the playing field. Sasuke clearly had most advantages, but Naruto's heart and connections to friends past and present won him the fight. "You're the closest friend I've had. That's why I'm trying to murder you. Are you ready to go back to school? So let's do this!! Naruto was even stronger after the war Fans either love or hate the ending, and they feel that Naruto peaked at the war's climax. Since it officially ended, he has received a few huge power upgrades: 1. Full Kurama power Naruto only had half of Kurama's chakra during the war, which hints at a potential downside of being a jinchūriki. The rest was contained within his father, Minato. Once the war came to a finish Naruto got the second half, making him the full Jinchuriki. This afforded him with an almost unlimited ambition. Milestone 1 – Huge chakra reserves Substantively broader reforms Heightened recovery and endurance 2. Hashirama's cells Second, he was injected with the cells of Hashirama Senju (the First Hokage), further enhancing his energy levels, regeneration, and resilience. 3. Mastery of six paths sage mode Naruto put himself through the wringer in those years of 'Blank Period' (between the end of Shippuden and beginning of Boruto). Most notably, he mastered full control over Six Paths Sage Mode, which helped him defeat far superior foes, such as Toneri Otsutsuki in The Last: Naruto the Movie — sans full power. "I'm the only one who can protect the village if he's not here." – Sasuke Uchiha Did Sasuke catch up to Naruto? After the 3rd Shinobi World War, Sasuke left the land of lightning and traveled the world to train and atone for his past. By the time of Boruto, he'd gotten so powerful that he was on par with Naruto and was even regarded as Naruto's equal. Most of the fandom thinks Naruto was still more popular due to the fact that. He most definitely had full Kurama. Improved chakra mastery Increased use of holistic methods Nonetheless, Naruto and Sasuke are forever intimate companions, challengers, and custodians of the ninja world. Naruto's strength in Boruto and beyond In Boruto: Naruto Next Generations and Boruto: Blue Vortex, Naruto's power still does a lot to keep the world safe. Now, as the Seventh Hokage, he has to be the model for all future ninjas. The next manga chapter, Boruto: Three Blue Vortex Chapter 23, releasing May 20, 2025 at 10 AM EST / 3 PM UTC . In fact, it's available completely free for fans to read on Manga Plus and the Shonen Jump app. Final thoughts Naruto didn't just defeat Sasuke — he continued to grow more powerful. Through unlocking the full power of his tailed beast, Kurama, mastering Six Paths Sage Mode and his acquisition of Hashirama's cells, Naruto became almost impossible to defeat. Though Sasuke remains his match in every sense, it's evident Naruto transcended his rival to become not just a hero, but a shinobi legend. 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 .
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Naruto: The Uchiha clan's curse of hatred continues to plague the series
The Uchiha clan in Naruto are a tragic, yet powerful clan known for their amazing eyes. Yet behind all their power is a tremendous moral burden — the Curse of Hatred — that forged many of the series' greatest champions and antagonists. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now For those of you who haven't heard about Naruto, this long-running anime and manga series produced in Japan is the story of a young ninja named Naruto Uzumaki, who aspires to become the strongest leader in his village, the Hokage. Though the adventure is packed with action, companionship, and loyalty, the narrative digs just as fiercely into subjects such as trauma, parental legacy, and the cost of emotional trauma. One of the saddest subplots in Naruto is that of the Uchiha clan and an unknown emotional legacy inherited through the bloodline — called the Curse of Hatred. What Is the Uchiha curse of hatred? Photo from Shippuden episode 22 The Uchiha are well known as one of the most powerful clans in the entirety of the Naruto universe. Their signature ability is the Sharingan, a red eye technique that grants them improved perception and combat foresight. There's a tragic twist — the Sharingan is only awakened through great emotional suffering, particularly the loss of someone they care for deeply. This link between grief and power is one aspect of what's referred to as the Curse of Hatred. It's a mental, emotional, and chakra cycle in which the more an Uchiha experiences pain and loss, the greater they are rendered. This curse at times leads them to rage, retribution, and seclusion. Indra vs. Asura: The first clash of love and power The roots of this curse and the inequity that follows its development stretch all the way back to the sons of the Sage of Six Paths, an immortal, godlike character who birthed chakra and ninjutsu to the world. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now His elder son, Indra—over the course of millennia—was a genius who came to realize that power was the secret to peace. The younger son, Asura, on the other hand, was a believer in love and the power of working together. Yet, when the Sage decided on Asura as his successor, Indra was filled with jealousy and fury. Well, that bitterness inherited through Indra's descendants ultimately manifesting itself as the Uchiha clan. The Senju clan, descendants of Asura, became their bitter, unstoppable enemies. This clash between Indra's hatred and Asura's love, established as the two sons' inheritance that fueled Naruto's world, left the Uchiha twisted in an endless loop of betrayal and misfortune. Power through pain is a troubling shift Their greatest weapon, the Sharingan, is an extension of this emotional depth. The eye opens once these warriors of the light face heart wrenching trauma, almost always the loss of a loved one. To obtain the Mangekyo Sharingan, the next level, the suffering needs to be worse. This usually includes dying, treason, or conflict. Characters such as Itachi, Sasuke , Obito , and Shisui all gained their Mangekyo after devastating tragedies. When the curse made them stronger, it made them colder, angrier and more dangerous. This beautiful connection of trauma and resilience is the essence of the Curse of Hatred. In Naruto, the deadly effect of the curse, from Madara to Sasuke For the rest of Naruto, we are subjected to the sad truths about the curse that further demonstrates its insidious power to warp the purest of souls. As a leader, Madara Uchiha let his arrogance and lust for vengeance take over when he lost hope in achieving peace. Obito Uchiha , once a wide-eyed believer in the power of friendship, after losing his childhood love interest to some bad guys lost all hope in the world and became a big bad villain. Sasuke Uchiha , Naruto's rival and best friend, wanted revenge above all after his brother Itachi murdered their family. Even Itachi, who appeared calm and noble, chose to do the terrible act of killing his entire clan to prevent a civil war. This act was motivated by reason but by the curse's dreadful power. Not every Uchiha succumbed to hate. Characters such as Sarada (Sasuke's Daughter) and Kagami proved that love and loyalty were enough to end the cycle. Naruto's friendship stopped the cycle of Hate The Curse of Hatred was never really about magic or bloodlines — it was about the cycle of pain that the Uchiha created by reacting badly to pain. Even though so many succumbed to the shadows, their stories, like those of Kierra and Daz, showed that healing is not only a dream—it's an achievable reality. Naruto Uzumaki, who even though he wasn't an Uchiha, nevertheless helped break this curse in a monumental way. Just like his friendship and belief in him pulled Sasuke back from the edge and allowed him to end the Uchiha's long cycle of revenge. In the next generation, Sasuke's daughter Sarada Uchiha exhibits no signs of hatred or darkness. She's driven, conscientious, and motivated by the dream of becoming a leader for peace. Her journey to victory just might be the one to lift the sports curse for good. The Uchiha Curse continues to resonate with fans for several reasons: Complex Characters: The Uchiha clan members are often portrayed with deep backstories and intricate motivations, making them relatable and compelling. Tragic Themes: Themes of loss, betrayal, and revenge are prevalent in Uchiha narratives, drawing in fans who appreciate emotional depth. Power Struggles: The pursuit of power and the consequences that come with it are central to Uchiha stories, sparking discussions about morality and ambition. Legacy and Identity: The exploration of legacy within the Uchiha clan allows fans to reflect on their own identities and familial ties. Cultural Impact: The Uchiha clan has left a significant mark on the Naruto series and the broader anime community, ensuring its continued relevance. A beautiful, sad tale about love, death and forgiveness The Curse of Hatred is one of the most potent emotional currents running through Naruto. It is an exploration of how love can curdle into hurt and how that hurt can either beat you down or build you up into something new. It's a reminder that even the mightiest warriors have battle wounds, and that often the toughest fight of all happens within us. Even today, fans are still picking apart, identifying, and deconstructing the Uchiha's arc due to its profoundly human nature. Their potent combination of grief, power, family, and forgiveness combined to make their saga one of the most epic and iconic in anime history.
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Netflix 觀眾都看哪些動畫？完結已久《火影忍者》觀看3.3億小時成冠軍
Netflix 中動畫部分去年就已經超越國際代理 Crunchyroll 的動畫獲利來到 20.7 億美元的收入，而在 2024 下半年的統計，總觀看時數以《火影忍者》 3.3 億小時奪冠、《航海王》、《鬼滅之刃》緊追在後，不過當然也是長篇動畫更有時數上的優勢。 透過動畫產業顧問 Pascal J. Bonnet 在 linkedin 的貼文統計，2024 下半年的 Netflix 動畫統計，《火影忍者》以 3.3 億小時奪冠第二為 3.16 億《航海王》、2.08 億《鬼滅之刃》與第四 1.7 億《寶可夢》與第五 1.38 億《黑色五葉草》，六到十為同樣 1.38 億《獵人》、1.28 億《七大罪》、1.27 億《我的英雄學院》、0.97 億《膽大黨》、與 0.87 億《咒術迴戰》。 不過觀看數也可能跟是否為超長篇動畫有關，超過一般 13、26 或以上以季度為單位的動畫多數上榜，上百集要看那當然時數也高，至少能確認的是都仍是以王道戰鬥系漫畫改編動畫為主。 Naruto was the most-watched anime on Netflix in 2024, with 330 million hours viewed. (Note: The numbers only include the original series, as Shippuden is not available on Netflix) — Anime News Centre (@animenewscentre) March 13, 2025 緊貼最新科技資訊、網購優惠，追隨 Yahoo Tech 各大社交平台！ 🎉📱 Tech Facebook： 🎉📱 Tech Instagram： 🎉📱 Tech WhatsApp 社群： 🎉📱 Tech WhatsApp 頻道： 🎉📱 Tech Telegram 頻道：
