The paranormal sci-fi sensation DAN DA DAN continues dominating headlines as the manga officially blows past 10 million copies in print. With Volume 19 set to release in Japan on April 4, 2025, this milestone adds yet another layer to the growing legend of Yukinobu Tatsu’s hit series. And with the anime’s second season arriving this summer, momentum for the franchise has never been hotter.
To mark the occasion, a celebratory trailer was released online, showcasing fan-favorite scenes from the anime’s first season. The highlight reel serves as a nostalgic trip through DAN DA DAN ’s chaotic blend of psychic powers, alien invasions, and urban ghost-hunting—reminding fans of what makes the story so addictive. The trailer also teases the high stakes and fresh madness awaiting viewers when Season 2 drops.
DAN DA DAN’s Meteoric Rise
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The rise of DAN DA DAN has been anything but ordinary. When the anime was announced at Jump Festa 2024, the manga was already sitting comfortably at 8 million copies in print. In just a few months, that number has skyrocketed by another 2 million—an impressive feat that underlines the series’ growing cultural impact.
International fans haven’t been left out of the fun either. English physical volumes are published by VIZ Media , while digital chapters are available through both the Shonen Jump app and MANGA Plus . This ensures that readers around the world can experience the wild world of ghostly schoolgirls, ancient aliens, and psychic brawls without missing a beat.
Season 2 Is Set to Explode
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With Science SARU again at the helm, Season 2 of the DAN DA DAN anime is poised to take things up a notch. After directing the chaotic brilliance of Season 1, Fuga Yamashiro passes the baton to Abel Gongora, who steps in as director for the upcoming cour. Meanwhile, industry veterans continue to flesh out the production: Hiroshi Seko (Jujutsu Kaisen) handles the screenplay, Naoyuki Onda designs the characters, and kensuke ushio (Chainsaw Man) returns to deliver another genre-blending, spine-tingling soundtrack.
Whether you’re here for the aliens, the spirits, or just the offbeat humor, now is the perfect time to jump into DAN DA DAN . With Volume 19 on the way and Season 2 prepping for liftoff, the series is becoming a staple in the new generation of anime powerhouses.
Catch the official accolades trailer and Season 2 teaser via Netflix Anime, and prepare to re-enter a world where nothing is too weird—and no spirit or extraterrestrial is safe.
Stay tuned for more DAN DA DAN coverage as its explosive summer continues.
Anticipation for the Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint live-action adaptation is being overshadowed by mounting criticism. While Omniscient Reader: The Prophet is set to hit theaters in July 2025, its newly released trailer has only intensified the concerns of long-time fans. The biggest issue? A drastic redesign of fan-favorite dokkaebi, Bihyung, that many claim strips away the original’s dark charm.
The film, distributed by Lotte Entertainment and produced by Munpia, has already sparked debate for its creative liberties. Now, with this latest teaser, viewers are more apprehensive than ever.
Bihyung’s New Look Misses the Mark
Kim Dokja and Persephone | Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint Chapter 169 (Credits: Naver
Bihyung, originally a white-furred dokkaebi with yellow horns and a black robe, acts as the moderator for protagonist Kim Dokja’s “channel” in the manhwa. However, in the trailer, he appears as a pink-faced hologram-like figure with blush tones and cape-like garments. Fans were quick to mock the redesign, likening it to Doraemon and calling it too cartoonish for the story’s intense tone.
Beyond looks, the trailer’s stiff animation and superficial presentation of Bihyung failed to capture the eerie authority the dokkaebi is known for. Despite being one of the first major characters introduced, his treatment here has led many to doubt the adaptation’s faithfulness.
Casting, Plot, and Tone Departures Worry Fans
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The backlash doesn’t end with Bihyung. Casting decisions have also sparked heated discussions. BLACKPINK’s Jisoo, cast as teen swordswoman Lee Ji-hye, is in her 30s—prompting confusion among fans. Her use of firearms in the trailer, instead of a sword as in the manhwa, raised further alarms.
Likewise, Ahn Hyo Seop as Kim Dokja appears uncharacteristically timid, pleading with Lee Min Ho’s Yoo Jonghyuk. This is a stark contrast to the calm and calculating protagonist in the original. Even young Lee Gilyoung’s portrayal veers into comedic territory, a mismatch with his mature demeanor in the source.
Further changes, like renaming the first scenario from “Proof of Value” to “Kill or Be Killed,” suggest the live-action might be streamlining or even removing central plot elements—particularly the concept of constellations.
With a whopping 30 billion won budget, Omniscient Reader: The Prophet is one of South Korea’s most ambitious films. But despite its high production value, fans are questioning if it will truly honor the original. To experience the full depth of the story, fans are encouraged to read the Webtoon adaptation or go into the original light novel .
