The final chapter of Demon Slayer is gearing up to be a cinematic event like no other—but with its rising hype comes rising risk. After exclusive previews of the Infinity Castle movie trilogy aired during a global rescreening of Mugen Train , some fans recorded and leaked scenes online. Now, Demon Slayer’s production team has issued a stern warning: illegal spoilers won’t just get you banned—they could land you behind bars.
In a strongly worded statement posted to the anime’s official @kimetsu_off account , the creators cited Japan’s “Law on Prevention of Filming Secretly in Movies,” warning that secretly recording any part of the film and sharing it online is a criminal offense . This isn’t just empty posturing—violators may face up to 10 years in prison , fines of up to 1 million yen , or both.
Infinity Castle Leaks Trigger Serious Legal Warning
Demon Slayer Season 4 (Credits: Ufotable)
The leaked scenes came from a preview shown during a rerelease of Demon Slayer: Mugen Train , which played in select global theaters. While the sneak peek was meant to reward loyal fans, some took the opportunity to illegally record scenes from the trilogy’s first installment, set to premiere in Japan this July 2025.
To prevent this from escalating, Demon Slayer’s team is taking proactive steps. Their official X post not only condemned the act but also explained that under the Film Piracy Prevention Act and Copyright Act , uploading leaked content online could lead to harsh legal consequences. It’s a move that shows how serious the anime industry is becoming about piracy—especially when dealing with one of its most profitable franchises.
A Global Event Worth Protecting from Spoilers
Demon Slayer Season 4 (Credits: Ufotable)
Instead of wrapping up the anime on TV, Demon Slayer is closing out its story with a high-budget film trilogy—a decision inspired by the enormous success of Mugen Train , which became Japan’s highest-grossing movie of all time. With emotional highs, major character moments, and the ultimate showdown between the Demon Slayer Corps and Muzan Kibutsuji, these films are expected to be a global cultural milestone for anime fans.
But the studio wants to preserve the experience for everyone, free from leaks and premature spoilers. In an industry increasingly plagued by piracy—especially as sites like HiAnime and others rival even Disney+ in traffic—the Demon Slayer franchise is drawing a bold line in the sand.
With fans anxiously awaiting the July release and an international rollout expected soon after, the warning is clear: post spoilers, and you might pay the price—in yen or in jail time.
KISS OF LIFE, a K-pop group that has faced major backlash over allegations of cultural appropriation earlier this year, continues to struggle with the fallout from their controversy.
The group’s reputation has remained tarnished after a live broadcast where they were accused of cultural appropriation, leading to widespread criticism for their actions.
The latest sign of this lingering impact came with the announcement of KISS OF LIFE’s inclusion in the KCON LA 2025 lineup.
Typically an exciting announcement for any idol group, the tweet from KISS OF LIFE was met not with praise but with waves of negative reactions.
KISS OF LIFE (Credit: YouTube)
Some fans criticized KCON for choosing to give KISS OF LIFE a platform, claiming that the group did not deserve the spot due to their previous actions.
The controversy had clearly left a deep mark, as multiple posts pointed out that American fans, in particular, would not be welcoming of the group.
Some even expressed disappointment that other groups, like BLACKSWAN, who they believed were more deserving, were being overlooked.
The criticism directed at KISS OF LIFE is rooted in the group’s previous cultural appropriation incident, which has led to a series of negative responses from both international and Korean fans.
Despite the group’s efforts to apologize for their actions, the damage to their image seems to be long-lasting, as their recent song release also failed to generate much excitement or success.
This controversy continues to follow KISS OF LIFE, and it seems unlikely that the group will be able to shake off the negative impact anytime soon.
Fans’ reactions suggest that the public is still unforgiving of the cultural appropriation scandal, and the group may have to work harder to regain their standing in the industry.
The situation has highlighted the challenges KISS OF LIFE now faces in an era where fans are increasingly vocal about issues of cultural sensitivity and respect.
