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Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Craving the thrill of Attack on Titan? These 5 anime deliver big time
The Japanese dark fantasy anime Attack on Titan has left a lasting impression on fans, thanks to its exceptional storytelling and animation. Set in a post-apocalyptic world where humanity hides behind massive walls to escape man-eating Titans, the series follows Eren Yeager and his close friends Mikasa Ackerman and Armin Arlert. If you're a fan of AOT and craving more anime with a similar tone and intensity, we've got some great recommendations for you. Anime like Attack on Titan to watch Tokyo Ghoul - Crunchyroll Tokyo Ghoul is a horror-filled dark fantasy series. It takes place in a world where flesh-eating ghouls exist hidden among humans. The story follows college student Ken Kaneki, whose life takes a dramatic turn after a violent encounter with a ghoul transforms him into a half-ghoul, half-human hybrid. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood - Crunchyroll The story takes place in a world where alchemy is the most advanced form of science. It centers on brothers Edward and Alphonse Elric, who defy natural laws in an attempt to bring their mother back to life using alchemy. The series features deep world-building, gripping plot twists, and thought-provoking moral questions that captivate viewers throughout. Dorohedoro - Netflix In the dark and unusual city called Hole, sorcerers from a different dimension carry out experiments on humans. Cursed with a reptile's head, a man named Caiman seeks answers. Like Attack on Titan, the show mixes intense battles with fascinating supernatural elements. Vinland Saga - Netflix Set in the era of the Vikings, Vinland Saga tells the story of Thorfinn, a young warrior seeking revenge on the mercenary responsible for his father's death. The anime is celebrated for its powerful storytelling, well-developed characters, and breathtaking visuals. Death Note - Crunchyroll The story of Death Note revolves around Light Yagami, an exceptionally smart student who finds a mysterious notebook that gives him the ability to kill anyone whose name he writes down.
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Is Vinland Saga manga finished or on hiatus? Explored
Vinland Saga finished or not? Vinland Saga established itself as one of the most amazing manga, and its anime adaptation also became a hit. This was the first time that we got to see something like a manga or an anime taking a deep dive into the way of the Vikings. Now, one of the most asked questions around the manga is if it is over or still in works. Moving forward, we will discuss the status of the manga in brief, followed by what the expectations are from it, and when we can get to see the third season of Vinland Saga anime. Vinland Saga story status and other details The one-word answer to the most asked question is No, the manga is not finished yet. To be precise, the manga is in its last phase with the Vinland Arc in action and around 167 chapters live. This arc revolves around our main protagonist Thorfinn, and his vision to build a community with peace at its core. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 這款全新的農場遊戲掀起熱潮中... Taonga Farms 立即播放 Undo He aims to make the land free from any kind of violence and threats. Thorfinn had been dreaming of a place where there is no fear of attacks and everyone lives in harmony. And he is trying his best to achieve that from the very moment when he set foot in Vinland. Now, with all this in action, we can say that the manga is soon coming to an end. However, when we talk about the anime, the story is moving at a slow pace with only two seasons in action. There are chances that if the content of anime stays loyal to manga, then we will get to see at least three more seasons of Vinland Saga. As of now, there is no official announcement related to the release of Vinland Saga Season 3. Speculations are that it will be launched somewhere around the end of 2024 or the beginning of 2025. Also Read: Is the Nara clan in Naruto one of the most intellectual to ever exist? Explored
Los Angeles Times
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
‘The Last of Us' star Young Mazino on Jesse, the show's ‘gentle monster'
This story contains spoilers for Episode 5 of 'The Last of Us' Season 2. Jesse is angry. He also has impeccable timing. Just as Ellie (Bella Ramsey) and Dina (Isabela Merced) find themselves cornered by numerous infected inside an abandoned warehouse in the latest episode of 'The Last of Us,' their reliable friend Jesse arrives in the nick of time to save them. But mutant fungal zombies are not the only roaming threat in the world in HBO's postapocalyptic thriller, and the trio immediately find themselves trying to evade attacks from the local militia as well as a mysterious cult. Over a couple of video calls — including one in which he was surrounded by what looked like the lush natural world of the show — actor Young Mazino discussed his character Jesse's rescue mission to Seattle as well as how 'The Last of Us' has further propelled his rising profile in Hollywood. As for what happens in Episode 5, Mazino sums up the usually laid-back Jesse's feelings as Ellie and Dina pepper him with questions about his unexpected arrival: 'He's pissed.' 'He's really pissed off that they're there to begin with,' Mazino says in a video call. 'He knows the stakes. He knows how serious it can get. There's a lot of s— on his mind but … for him, it's about getting everyone to safety, surviving and then the emotions come later. Then we can hash it out.' A patrol coordinator in their Jackson, Wyo., settlement, Jesse has an on again, off again relationship with Dina — 'a situationship,' as Mazino calls it. After the horde of infected attacked Jackson, he became a member of the council that leads the community. Mazino describes Jesse as 'a pretty happy-go-lucky guy' in the earlier episodes of the season, as well as 'a bit of a Boy Scout.' But as audiences see in Episode 5, he's also a capable fighter proficient in firearms and equipped with key survival skills. Mazino says co-star Gabriel Luna (who plays Tommy) joked that Jesse is a 'gentle monster.' 'I couldn't agree more,' says Mazino. 'For these people to survive up to that point, you do have to have a bit of that savagery and be able to turn that on. It's just a matter of being able to switch it back off.' Much like Jesse, Mazino exudes a quiet, gentle spirit through the screen of a video call. He references the stories of Anton Chekhov, the artistic philosophy of Pablo Picasso and anime like 'Jujutsu Kaisen.' ('If 'Vinland Saga' existed in this world, Jesse would really f— with that manga' because of its themes, Mazino says.) He's as game to discuss a dream blunt rotation among the Jackson community members as he is to contemplate the Asian diaspora in a postapocalyptic world. 'He's so chill and mellow,' Ramsey says of her castmate. 'I got to know him quite well and he's so perceptive and so thoughtful about everything. I feel really lucky to have gotten to know him more than just the chill, mellow guy that everyone sees on the surface.' The respect is mutual. Mazino calls Ramsey 'an extraordinary individual' whose work ethic is No. 1 on the call sheet. One vivid memory: standing underneath some PVC pipes with Ramsey on set and enjoying a moment in artificial rain together. 'I was soggy and wet every day for hours on end,' Mazino says of filming the show's Seattle-set episodes. 'And as soon as you're about to dry, they wet you down again. What helps is having someone like Bella Ramsey, who maintains this levity. So despite being wet and soggy and miserable all day, being miserable with someone that's just as miserable and wet as you really helps.' 'The Last of Us' marks Mazino's highest-profile project yet. After years of trying to make it as an actor, Mazino got his breakout role in the 2023 limited series 'Beef,' where he portrays a slacker who falls for his older brother's road-rage nemesis. His performance earned him an Emmy nomination. His familiarity with 'The Last of Us' initially stemmed from watching YouTube videos of the game's story scenes. But before meeting showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann for the project, Mazino bought a used PlayStation 4 to play through the key moments of Jesse's story. 'When I told Craig I played through the game hoping he would be pleasantly surprised, he was like, 'I wish you actually didn't play the game at all,'' Mazino says. Preparation for the role included going 'crazy at the gym for a few months,' Mazino says. He also received weapons training and learned to ride a horse. 'I've been on many sets in the last 10 years and I'm aware of how rare this kind of opportunity is,' Mazino says. 'My expectation for writing and storytelling became very high after 'Beef,' and I wasn't sure if I'd be able to find something to match that. But 'The Last of Us' came my way and I love getting to explore different facets of myself through character.' Jesse has a soft spot for Ellie, whom he initially meets as a prickly outsider cut from similar cloth, Mazino says. Both are loners who'd rather avoid the spotlight — particularly at parties. But Jesse also recognizes Ellie's inner fire and potential. 'Jesse finds Ellie so interesting and amusing and endearing,' Mazino says. 'To be this small, petite girl and have so much vitriol and fire and angst. I think Jesse wants to help Ellie harness all that intense energy that she has and put it to good use.' The pair also share an attraction to Dina, who is a bit more social and warm and seemingly carefree. And though Jesse did not seem to mind Ellie and Dina sharing a drunken kiss at a party in an earlier episode, the couple's relationship has since grown more romantic and intimate. Mazino believes Jesse has been fully aware that Ellie and Dina have been dancing around their feelings for each other. 'I think Jesse's the type of person that understands that love is love, and it's not something you can cage or latch on to,' Mazino says. 'I think the healthy form of love is to allow it to flourish. .… Love is a spectrum … and maybe he recognizes that Dina is not somebody he may necessarily want to be exclusively with forever together. But there is love.' Mazino insists that Jesse cares less about Ellie and Dina's developing romance than he does the fact that Dina has followed her lover into a war zone. 'Love eludes common sense and rationality a lot so he's just trying to be the level-headed one through and through,' says Mazino. Jesse clearly opposes the Ellie revenge tour that has brought them to Seattle, and Mazino says their differing philosophies stem from Jesse's appreciation for the community of Jackson. Because he was able to find a home in Jackson, Jesse's response to loss is to grab onto what remains. 'I think he serves as a perfect reflector off of [Ellie for] how one copes with death and murder and violence,' Mazino says. 'Some people, all they see is red and they want the revenge. But the other side of that choice is savoring what's remaining and what's precious to you.' Ellie, he adds, is 'all about revenge, revenge, revenge for someone she lost. But Jesse wants the opposite of that. He wants to maintain what they still have, knowing how fleeting it is to be alive in this world.' While the world of 'The Last of Us' is bleak, Mazino and his castmates found ways between takes to escape the heaviness. One form of relief: a shared love of music. Mazino, Luna, Merced and Ramsey all play guitar. 'We all brought a guitar without even telling each other,' Mazino says. 'There was always a guitar on set or we would steal one from the set and get in trouble. We'd have jam sessions. Somebody would be playing some tune or a song, and if we knew it, we join in [or] we'd learn it.' Mazino says that they all had eclectic tastes and traded songs 'like Pokémon.' (Mazino's contributions included Daniel Caesar, Frank Ocean and 'some R&B stuff.') 'It's so difficult to maintain a heavy energy for 12 to 16 hours a day,' he says. 'It really helps to have people that are able to laugh and crack jokes and be light and to play music … so a guitar is a lifesaver on a set like that.'
Business Upturn
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Vinland Saga Season 3: Release date speculation, cast and plot details – Everything we know so far
By Aman Shukla Published on May 6, 2025, 19:30 IST Last updated May 6, 2025, 16:37 IST Vinland Saga , the critically acclaimed anime based on Makoto Yukimura's historical manga, has captivated audiences with its gripping tale of vengeance, redemption, and Viking lore. After the profound success of its first two seasons, fans are eagerly awaiting news about Vinland Saga Season 3 . While official confirmation is still pending, there's plenty of speculation and insight to explore regarding the release date, cast, and plot details. Here's everything we know so far about Vinland Saga Season 3 . Is Vinland Saga Season 3 Confirmed? As of now, Vinland Saga Season 3 has not been officially confirmed by either Studio MAPPA or Twin Engine. However, considering the popularity of the anime and the remaining source material from the manga, there's strong reason to believe that a third season is in the works. In past interviews, creator Makoto Yukimura and producers have hinted at adapting the full story. Vinland Saga Season 3 Release Date Speculation Without an official announcement, predicting the release date for Vinland Saga Season 3 involves educated guesswork based on previous release patterns and industry trends. The gap between Season 1 (July 2019) and Season 2 (January 2023) was approximately four years, largely due to production shifts from Wit Studio to MAPPA and the anime's meticulous craftsmanship. Considering this timeline, many speculate that Vinland Saga Season 3 could arrive in winter 2026 at the earliest, with fall 2026 or early 2027 being more realistic. Vinland Saga Season 3 Expected Cast While an official cast list has yet to be released, the following voice actors are likely to reprise their roles: Thorfinn Thordarson : Yuto Uemura (Japanese) / Aleks Le (English) Einar : Shunsuke Takeuchi (Japanese) / Alejandro Saab (English) Canute : Kensho Ono (Japanese) / Griffin Burns (English) Thorkell : Akio Otsuka (Japanese) / Patrick Seitz (English) Leif Erikson: Yoji Ueda (Japanese) / John Swasey (English) What to Expect from the Plot Vinland Saga Season 3 is expected to adapt the Eastern Expedition Arc, which begins around Chapter 100 of the manga and spans roughly Chapters 100 to 166. This arc marks a significant shift in Thorfinn's journey, moving away from the introspective Slave Arc of Season 2 toward a globe-trotting adventure filled with new challenges and themes of exploration and peace. Where to Watch Vinland Saga Seasons 1 and 2 While waiting for Vinland Saga Season 3 updates, fans can revisit Seasons 1 and 2 on Netflix, Crunchyroll, and Amazon (availability may vary by region). These platforms offer both subbed and dubbed versions, catering to diverse preferences. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Vagabond: The timeless manga masterpiece that deserves an anime
Credits: VIZ Vagabond, the critically acclaimed manga by Takehiko Inoue , stands tall as one of the greatest stories ever told in the samurai genre — and arguably, in all of manga. Based on Eiji Yoshikawa's novel Musashi, the manga adapts the life of Japan's legendary swordsman, Miyamoto Musashi , with breathtaking artwork, deep philosophy, and brutal honesty. Even though it hasn't yet received an anime adaptation , fans across the globe continue to hold out hope. With a story that balances intense swordfights and emotional introspection, Vagabond could redefine anime storytelling if ever brought to screen. A samurai's journey like no other Vagabond begins with a young and hot-blooded Takezō Shinmen, who later takes the name Miyamoto Musashi. After surviving the Battle of Sekigahara, he sets out on a path to become 'invincible under the sun.' But Vagabond isn't just a tale of swordplay and conquest. It's a human story. As Musashi challenges powerful opponents and walks the bloodied path of the sword, he also faces himself — his fears, regrets, and search for meaning. Credits: VIZ The manga masterfully contrasts Musashi's journey with that of Kojirō Sasaki, a deaf-mute swordsman with a natural grace and silent strength. Their parallel development builds toward one of the most anticipated duels in manga history, all while questioning what true strength really means. Takehiko Inoue's art elevates the storytelling to another level. His brushwork, reminiscent of classical Japanese ink paintings, captures stillness and motion with haunting beauty. From detailed battle sequences to quiet moments of reflection, each panel is a work of art — raw, expressive, and timeless. Why an anime adaptation could be historic Credits: VIZ Despite its global success, Vagabond has never been adapted into an anime. Many believe it's because of the manga's complexity, mature tone, and irregular publishing schedule — Inoue has taken multiple hiatuses, and the story remains unfinished as of 2025. But that hasn't stopped the fanbase from growing. The emotional depth, philosophical themes, and rich historical setting make it ideal for a prestige anime series. A faithful anime adaptation could change the way people view action-oriented historical anime. In a time when stories like Vinland Saga and Kingdom have found success, Vagabond could be the next big leap — not just as a samurai epic, but as a profound visual meditation on life, war, and peace. Studios like MAPPA , Ufotable, or even Studio Ghibli (for its mature themes and grounded visuals) would be ideal candidates to bring this tale to life. The legacy of Vagabond Even without an anime, Vagabond has already influenced a generation of artists and storytellers. It isn't just about duels and swords — it's about evolving as a human being. Musashi's journey from an angry youth to a mindful warrior is something readers across cultures connect with. Credits: VIZ The manga's ability to blend action, art, and introspection makes it one of the few titles that feels both epic and deeply personal. It's the kind of story that lingers in your thoughts long after you've put it down. And if it ever comes to screens, it could become one of the most important anime of its time. Until then, Vagabond remains a quiet giant — a reminder that some of the most powerful stories are the ones still waiting to be told.
