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The upcoming Pass the Monster Meat, Milady! anime released a brand-new teaser trailer and visual ahead of an October 2025 broadcast today, with the former confirming production staff members and "Kibo Kodo" by Shunichi Toki as the fantasy romance series' ending song. Avam performs "Shugary Story" for the opening song. Kanna Nakamura (Alicia in I'll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History ) stars as Melphiera Marchalrayd and Taito Ban (Jin-Woo in Solo Leveling ) stars as Aristide Roger de Galbraith. Pass the Monster Meat, Milady! Teaser Trailer Pass the Monster Meat, Milady! Teaser Visual Related: Pass the Monster Meat, Milady! Anime Delays Broadcast to October 2025 Mutsumi Takeda ( B-Project Passion*Love Call ) directs the Pass the Monster Meat, Milady! at studio Asahi Production, with series composition by Keiichiro Ochi ( Once Upon a Witch's Death ), character designs by Masato Kato ( Giant Beasts Of Ars ) and music by Takaaki Nakahashi ( Peach Boy Riverside...

English dubs have always been a contentious topic for anime fans. Lately, though, fans have warmed up to the idea, all because of voice actors who give us quality dubs. Aleks Le is one such voice actor who has garnered massive attention from fans over the past few years. Some of his popular roles include Zenitsu Agatsuma from Demon Slayer and Sung Jinwoo from Solo Leveling.

Last year proved the voice actor’s dedication to his craft as he delivered one phenomenal performance after the other. He played some fan favorite characters, and also shared his process in various interviews. Looking back, there’s no doubt that Aleks Le’s performances in 2024 raised the bar for English dubs.

All the characters Aleks Le brought to life in 2024

Aleks Le has become synonymous with Sung Jinwoo from Solo Leveling anime. Both the voice actors, Taito Ban (Japanese) and Aleks Le (English...

It’s time to crunch some numbers and crunch on some snacks because the Fermat no Ryori (Fermat's Cooking) TV anime adaptation of Yugo Kobayashi’s cooking manga will be plated up this July. Ahead of then, the series’ official accounts announced today that the ending theme song will be performed by Japanese boy band Dxteen. The band’s members, along with lead cast members Ryosuke Tomita and Taito Ban, will appear at Cine Libre Ikebukuro on June 16 for a special premiere of the first episode of the series, a talk, and a performance of the ending theme song. Related: Fermat no Ryori TV Anime Reveals Main Staff, More Cast Members Kazuya Ichikawa directs the TV anime at animation studio domerica. domerica is credited for the series composition and scripts, Takashi Okamoto and Satsuki Kashiwagi provide the character designs and serve as chief animation directors and Satoshi Igarashi (of Tokyo Logic) provides the music.

Solo Leveling lead voice actor Aleks Le has explained why his role as Sung Jinwoo is so deeply personal.

Via a recent press release, Le opened up about his portrayal of Solo Leveling protagonist Sung Jinwoo following a special screening of Episodes 22-24, which concluded the series' "Jeju Island" story arc. "As an Asian immigrant, I saw myself in him," Le stated, adding, "Watching his growth and bringing that to life was incredibly meaningful."

Solo Leveling Fans Get a Tease of What to Expect From Season 3 Image by Brett Cardaro

Based on original author Chugong's 2016 manga of the same name (also known as Only I Level Up in Korea), Solo Leveling is a portal fantasy centered around Sung Jinwoo. Like many others in his world, Sung is a professional monster hunter who spends his days cutting down ferocious beasts of every variety. When Sung is approached by an enigmatic program known as the System,...

Solo Leveling Season 2 has shattered Crunchyroll servers at least twice with the number of anime fans tuning in for new episodes every week; its popularity is leveling up higher than the mana readings in Sung Jinwoo's second hunter evaluation. The series has surpassed One Piece — a mainstream anime with 21 seasons to its name — by garnering over 600,000 reviews on Crunchyroll without even having finished its second season.

As with any piece of media that reaches such insane heights of popularity, many anime fans are asking: what makes Solo Leveling so deserving of this kind of attention? While fans are bound to have criticisms about the quality of such a super-hit anime, Solo Leveling is still undeniably enjoyable by the overwhelming masses because of everything it does right.

The English Dub of Solo Leveling Knocks it Out of the Park Casting Aleks Le as Sung Jinwoo was the Best Decision for the...

The official website for the upcoming TV anime adaptation of Fermat no Ryori (“Fermat's Cooking”), a cooking-themed manga by Yugo Kobayashi ( Aoashi ), announced two main voice cast members today, along with their anime character visuals. Further details such as the staff and a broadcast date were not revealed at the time of reporting. Ryosuke Tomita (Sota Higure in Sasaki and Miyano ) voices Gaku Kitada, a boy who aspired to be a mathematician but was overwhelmed and frustrated by the talents of real geniuses. Taito Ban (Amane Fujimiya in The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten ) is cast as Kai Asakura, a young charismatic chef who runs one-star restaurant K at the young age of 23. The two will also appear at a stage event for the anime at AnimeJapan 2025 on March 23, starting at 11:00 a.m. Message from Ryosuke Tomita: I'm Ryosuke Tomita and I play the role of Gaku Kitada.

Many Solo Leveling fans already know how the anime will unfold, having read the manhwa or novels. While the adaptation makes some changes, it still follows the major plot beats. Like most adaptations, there’s a divide between those familiar with the source material and anime-only viewers. However, even without reading the manhwa, fans can pick up on foreshadowing and common theories to predict future events. Solo Leveling isn’t particularly subtle with its storytelling—while some secrets remain, the general direction of the plot and key character fates are often easy to anticipate.

Character deaths play a major role in Solo Leveling. From the very first episode, the brutality of Sung Jinwoo’s world is clear, marked by the sudden, widespread deaths of his comrades. Nearly every arc has reinforced this theme, solidifying the anime’s dark tone. As a result, fans expect casualties—it’s just a matter...

Spoiler Alert !!!This article contains spoilers for Solo Leveling Season 2 Episode 9.

I have been seeing a lot of negative remarks and lower ratings for this episode of Solo Leveling, and I cannot seem to understand why. The way the story has gone, it shouldn’t be surprising that Sung Jinwoo will be balling his eyes out when his mother wakes up from the mana equivalent of a lifelong coma. This is a guy who was being pushed around and humiliated because he was the Weakest Hunter of Mankind.

Sung Jinwoo from Solo Leveling | Credit: A-1 Pictures

He could have quit at any moment and found a mundane job, but he didn’t. Instead, he endured all of that and kept going, getting bruised and thrashed at on a daily basis because of one reason alone; his family. He got up every day for the sake of his sister and mother.

The moment that fans and Sung Jinwoo have been waiting for finally comes to fruition in Solo Leveling Season 2, Episode 9, whose official previews tease Jinwoo accomplishing his dream of healing his mother.

The official Solo Levelingwebsite revealed the preview images and synopsis for Season 2, Episode 9 (Episode 21 overall), set to air on Saturday, Mar. 1, 2025, and titled "It was All Worth It". It follows the events of the high-octane Episode 8, where Jinwoo finally takes down Demon King Baran in an epic battle, putting the Radisu (Radiru) family in control of the Demon Gate and acquiring what he needs to save his mother from Eternal Sleep. Readers can check out the full Jinwoo vs. Baran fight below, as well as Solo Leveling Season 2, Episode 9's preview images and synopsis below.

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Gates aren’t the only way the world has changed in Solo Leveling. Magic’s arrival introduced magical objects, a renewable energy source, and Eternal Sleep Disease. Jinwoo has a personal stake in the disease, as his mother is one of its many victims. While awakened individuals seem immune, everyone else lives with the constant threat of it. With no routine screenings, symptoms appear without warning. Since the story began, Eternal Sleep Disease has loomed as a key plot device.

This disease is just one way gates impact ordinary people. While the anime doesn’t focus on them, there are moments that explore how non-hunters have adapted. Strong hunters become celebrities, and the industry around them is highly profitable. Even those who never enter a gate still feel their effects—gates can appear anywhere, forcing society to adjust. Most of the time, they’re little more than an inconvenience, like traffic.

Spoiler Alert !!!This article contains spoilers for Solo Leveling and Solo Leveling Ragnarok.

Solo Leveling has been on this streak of delivering great episodes without a gap. Even if they are fillers or simply being used to set up succeeding episodes, they hold value and thus grab the audience’s attention. Despite this advantage, one thing the manhwa always lacked in, at least that is what I believe, is the extensive focus on Sung Jinwoo.

An ant from Jeju Island | Credit: A-1 Pictures

Now, one can argue that a protagonist makes up for a big chunk of the story and therefore requires a majority of the attention. You wouldn’t be wrong to think so either. However, then what would be the difference between a diary entry and a proper story?

Those that focus on a singular character and nothing beyond that could be regarded as fictional autobiographies. The main...

Solo Leveling is a South Korean web novel written by Chugong, later adapted into a manhwa (webtoon) and an anime. It follows the story of Sung Jin-Woo, a weak hunter who unexpectedly gains the ability to “level up” like a video game character, becoming the world’s strongest hunter.

Originally published on KakaoPage in South Korea, Solo Leveling was later officially translated into English by Webnovel (2016–2018). The webtoon adaptation, featuring stunning artwork by Dubu (Jang Sung-rak), ran for 179 chapters across two seasons. Solo Leveling (with a global release through platforms like Crunchyroll) is produced by A-1 Pictures with Shunsuke Nakashige as the director, Noboru Kimura as the scriptwriter, Tomoko Sudo as the character designer, and Hiroyuki Sawano as the composer.

Following its success, a compilation film titled “Solo Leveling: ReAwakening” was released in theatres from November 29 to December 12, 2024, summarising the first season and previewing the initial episodes of the second season.

Despite there being very different stories and settings, Go! Go! Loser Ranger has a lot in common with Solo Leveling. Both anime explore dark and morally ambiguous topics to enhance their setting and rely on very interesting world building as a hook. Solo Leveling's Sung Jinwoo and Go! Go! Loser Ranger's Footsoldier D start off as underdogs who are climbing their way up in unexpected ways. D has nothing like the system helping him along the way, but being a monster in a world of humans gives him an edge.

Both these worlds were dramatically changed when monsters started showing up. For the hunters of Solo Leveling, gates pose a present threat that humanity has no way of permanently stopping. Contrary to this, the Dragon Keepers have defeated the monsters in Go! Go! Loser Ranger. In both anime, there's far more going on behind the scenes than would first appear.

Solo Leveling’s Sung Jinwoo had an ability that no one else in the world did, until now. Sung Jinwoo’s English voice actor, Aleks Le, may very well have become the Player in his own version of the System, as his career continues to level up at a pace on par with the Shadow Monarch himself. While the debate between whether watching anime dubbed or subbed will perhaps never go away, Aleks Le is making a real case for being the ideal Sung Jinwoo.

Aleks Le doesn’t only voice Solo Leveling’s Jinwoo. He has played a plethora of big-name iconic anime characters throughout his career, from Demon Slayer’s Zenitsu to Mashle’s Mash Burnedead. However, it’s hard to imagine a role better suited for Le than Sung Jinwoo. It also helps that, with a bit of makeup and the right wardrobe, Le genuinely looks like Jinwoo,...

You know a character is well-written when even the voice actor relates to them immediately. There are plenty of voice actors who have expressed this sentiment, but none are as dedicated as Aleks Le, as of late.

The Vietnamese-American voice actor provides the English dub for Zenitsu from Demon Slayer, Jiji from Dandadan, and most famously, Solo Leveling’s Sung Jinwoo. He’s done a phenomenal job of portraying the hunter and it’s all thanks to Chugong’s excellent writing of his character.

Sung Jinwoo from Solo Leveling. [Credit: A-1 Pictures]

The reason why Sung Jinwoo works so well as a character is because he isn’t the typical stoic anime protagonist nor is he selfless. He’s a human being who does act on his selfish needs and realistically knows that the hero lifestyle isn’t for him.

Solo Leveling’s success rests on his shoulders and Aleks Le,...

The second season of the Solo Leveling anime series has just hit the world with one of the greatest storylines in the manhwa industry. The next phase of Sung Jinwoo’s journey has finally begun, and it is only going to get better as he unlocks his potential even more through the System. But the main reason why the second season of Solo Leveling is getting praised so much is something else.

Solo Leveling Season 2 | Credit: A-1 Pictures

When the first season of Solo Leveling started streaming in January 2024, fans were excited because the series was the most anticipated anime of 2024. And while it pretty much lived up to the expectations of fans, there were still some complaints that led to fans questioning the series and its creators. These complaints were regarding the comedic aspects of the series.

However, the second season has been trying to embed the comedic aspect from the original manhwa,...

The official X (formerly Twitter) account for Pass the Monster Meat, Milady! today announced that the upcoming TV anime adaptation has been delayed from April 2025 to October 2025 . The fantasy romance series will star Kanna Nakamura (Alicia in I'll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History ) as Melphiera Marchalrayd and Taito Ban (Jin-Woo in Solo Leveling ) as Aristide Roger de Galbraith. Animation production staff are yet to be confirmed. Related: Pass the Monster Meat, Milady! Anime Confirms April 2025 Release, Main Cast The original Pass the Monster Meat, Milady! novel originally started serialization on Japanese self-publishing website Shosetsuka ni Narou in November 2019. Kodansha has published its print edition featuring illustrations by Peperon from its K Lanove Books imprint since April 2021, with three volumes released to date. It is the first series from the imprint to receive a TV anime adaptation. Kodansha USA publishes an official English version of the manga and...

The moment many fans have been waiting for will arrive in Solo Leveling Season 2, Episode 4, as its synopsis reveals that Hunters will finally get a glimpse of Jinwoo's immeasurable strength.

Via the official website, Solo Leveling Season 2 revealed the preview images, synopsis, and staff information for Episode 4 (Episode 16 overall), titled "I Need to Stop Faking." The episode continues from Jinwoo's brotherly moment with Jinho in Episode 3 -- where the latter is resolved to bring him into his guild and gain his father's approval. Jinwoo aims to conquer the Demon Castle on his next visit and gain the final ingredient for the Elixir of Life, and also notably, a strange man emerged from a Gate claiming to be Jinwoo's father. He also appears to be an S-class Hunter after easily defeating Hwang Dongsoo. Readers can check out the upcoming Season 2, Episode 4 preview below.

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Solo Leveling has become the latest obsession for anime lovers, with Season 2 Episode 2 becoming the highest-rated in the franchise’s history, boasting an impressive 9.4 IMDb rating.

The Red Gate arc has now officially concluded and Solo Leveling is back more fabulous and exciting than ever, making everyone eager for the next episodes.

Sung Jinwoo vs Baruka during the Red Gate arc in Season 2 Episode 2 | Credits: A-1 Pictures

Solo Leveling fans have demanded nothing short of perfection, and so far, the anime has risen to the challenge, with stellar voice acting that brings beloved characters to life. Aleks Le, the English voice of Sung Jinwoo, has expressed immense excitement about bringing Jinwoo’s character to life, openly praising the qualities in Jinwoo that many fans often overlook.

Sung Jinwoo’s Va praises Solo Leveling‘s bold take on its Mc, Innovating the shonen genre

Solo Leveling has made a name for itself in the manhwa scene,...

In the words of Solo Leveling's Taito Ban -- Sung Jinwoo's Japanese-language voice actor -- fans have plenty to look forward to in Season 2, with the anime's fight scenes teased as being "10 times flashier" and "10 times more impressive" than in the first season of the series.

Solo Leveling lead actor Taito Ban recently spoke with GamerBraves during Comic Fiesta 2024, where the star shared behind-the-scenes details for Season 1 and Season 2. Notably for fans of the ongoing Season 2, Ban teased much more exciting battles. "Even though the first season was so well executed… in the grand scheme of the story of the series, it is still the prologue," he said. "The second season brings in more characters into the mix and with the expansion of the cast… the world is going to expand far beyond just the dungeon that he was leveling in. With the threat of Igris looming again, the...

Solo Leveling, based on a manhwa under the same title, quickly grew in popularity following its release. The story follows Jinwoo Sung as he transforms from an underdog into a seemingly unstoppable force. Starting out as one of the weakest hunters, Jinwoo managed to grow in power and gained abilities that, at one point, he never would have thought possible.

By the end of the first season, Jinwoo becomes a necromancer, leaving manhwa fans excited for what’s to come and anime-only fans anticipating the future. Recently, the voices behind Jinwoo Sung and Cha Hae-in shared their thoughts on the character’s evolution and the powers he’s been granted. Their comments suggest that there’s far more to Jinwoo’s power than meets the eye.

Jinwoo Sung’s Necromantic Abilities Are Far More Important Than Some May Realize Jinwoo’s Journey Going Forward Will Become Darker

Taito Ban, the voice of Jinwoo,...

Of all the manga and manhwa in the past few years, very few titles have managed to leave a lasting impression on their viewers, like Solo Leveling. The story features the perfect underdog story of Sung Jinwoo, who happens to be the weakest hunter in humanity’s history but aspires to be the strongest.

Sung Jinwoo and Igris from Solo Leveling-ReAwakening. Credits: A-1 Pictures

Sadly, the title has been a topic of criticism, where fans found the show to be nothing like the source material. To make matters worse, the show felt flat after just a couple of episodes. With Season 2 already defying expectations, the producer has come forward, shedding light on the monumental effort they put in to appeal to the global audience.

Solo Leveling’s producer sheds light on the trouble circling Sung Jinwoo

Ch’ugong’s Solo Leveling sent shockwaves in 2024, as it was one of...

Solo Leveling Season 2 has revealed its new teaser ahead of its highly anticipated second episode, which features Jinwoo confronted by a type of magic beast that's markedly different from all his fights in the anime thus far.

The title of Solo Leveling Season 2, Episode 2 (Episode 14 overall) is "I Suppose You aren't Aware" and is set to premiere on Jan. 11, 2025. The episode continues from the annihilation of Kim Chul's team, with the formerly arrogant A-Rank Hunter now running from the Ice Elves. Meanwhile, Jinwoo got a sense of his Shadow Army's capabilities, confessing that the former Blood-Red Commander Igris would've killed him if he had his sword during their fight. S-Rank Hunter Hwang Dongsoo awaits Jinwoo outside the Red Gate for revenge. Readers can check out the preview of Solo Leveling Season 2, Episode 2 below.

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Season 2 of Solo Leveling has premiered, and it is already a massive hit that has been winning the hearts of the fans after they were left disappointed with the subpar quality of Season 1. The season tells the next chapter of Sung Jinwoo, who continues his video game-like path, becoming the strongest hunter known to humankind, and saving his mother.

Sung Jinwoo and Igris from Solo Leveling-ReAwakening. Credits: A-1 Pictures

With the new season’s premiere, Taito Ban, the voice actor of our protagonist, shared a sneak peek of what is yet to come. However, he took the entire fandom by surprise when he decided to shed light on how important the role is and what it meant for his career.

Taito Ban gave his all in the Solo Leveling audition

The second season of Solo Leveling is perhaps the most anticipated series of 2025, and it has had a blockbuster debut,...

A Ghost of Tsushima anime adapting Sucker Punch's smash-hit game and Legends multiplayer game is coming to the Crunchyroll streaming service in 2027.

Via a press release, four companies under the Sony Group: Crunchyroll, Aniplex, Sony Music, and PlayStation Productions will produce an anime series adapted from Sucker Punch Productions’ award-winning Ghost of Tsushima video game and its Legends cooperative multiplayer game. The Ghost of Tsushima anime's initial staff announcement includes director Takanobu Mizuno (Star Wars: Visions - The Duel), with Gen Urobuchi credited for the series composition. Star Wars: Visions studio Kamikaze Douga is responsible for animation production and Sony Music serves as the series' strategic music and soundtrack partner. Readers can check out the newly released Ghost of Tsushima visual below. The series premieres exclusively on Crunchyroll in 2027.

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Kicking off 2025 with a bang, Solo Leveling Season 2 has officially arrived and is already making a huge splash online. Season 1 turned a beloved story into a household name with its high-quality production and faithful adaptation of the source material.

A still of Sung Jinwoo from the Season 2 opening | Credits: A-1 Pictures

Fans who caught the –ReAwakening– compilation film already got a glimpse of the season’s first two episodes. Following all the love and adoration the first season garnered, the upcoming episodes are sure to deliver even more action, adventure, and mystery.

Despite the overwhelming praise for Jinwoo’s new look and enhanced animations, Solo Leveling—Crunchyroll’s most talked-about anime—might have missed an opportunity to leave a lasting impact, much like Kaiju No. 8, due to one key reason.

Why Solo Leveling Season 2 falls short, unlike Kaiju No. 8

Solo Leveling has remained a top-tier manhwa, and its...

Spoiler Alert !!!This article contains spoilers for Solo Leveling Season 2 Episode 1.

As someone who always has her nose buried in a manhwa from dusk till dawn, it is safe to say that I have read Solo Leveling at least three or four times. I know where the story exceeds all expectations and where it falls short of doing so. Just like Sung Jinwoo, Solo Leveling has its good side and bad side, which also divides fans into those who think the manhwa is overrated and those who find it aptly popular.

Sung Jinwoo | Credit: A-1 Pictures

Regardless of what basks the thoughts of many people, it is undeniable just how good the anime adaptation has been. The first season’s fame had definitely caught me off guard. I knew the IP was famous but I didn’t expect it to open a whole new door for anime. The second season...

Solo Leveling Season 2's premiere and -ReAwakening- gave fans a glimpse of the excitement to come. Now, popular voice actors Taito Ban and Reina Ueda reveal an inside look into the two of the season's most important characters.

Solo Leveling voice actors Taito Ban (Sung Jinwoo) and Reina Ueda (Cha Hae-in) sat down with Real Sound to talk about Season 2, discussing the development of their characters. Jinwoo's path was described as "not bright, and he is heading in a dark direction," leaving Ban feeling "painfully sympathetic" to his character's "unyielding feelings" and "desire to become stronger." The voice acting industry was described as a "world where you compete with what you're born with," akin to Jinwoo himself, who was limited by his class -- unchangeable for most. Jinwoo is arguably Ban's biggest role, previously playing The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten's Amane Fujimiya. This put major pressure on him when auditioning.

The time for more Solo Leveling is upon us! Solo Leveling Season 2 -Arise from the Shadow- makes its hotly-anticipated debut today on Crunchyroll, and we have a handy little guide to prepare you for all the action to come. Read on for an overview of the anime's cast, staff, trailer, visuals and everything else that's been leveling up steadily since the new season was revealed! Solo Leveling Season 2 Release Release Date and Exact Time Where to Watch Official Trailers Characters and Voice Actors Anime Staff Anime Key Visuals Plot When is Solo Leveling Season 2 Coming Out? Solo Leveling Season 2 Release Date and Time English Sub Release Date: - Solo Leveling Season 2 premieres on January 4, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. Pt Territories: North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, Cis and India Related: Crunchyroll Winter 2025 Anime Season Lineup Announced! Where Can I Watch Solo Leveling Season 2? You...

Solo Leveling was among 2024’s most anticipated anime series, and it shows no signs of slowing down. Though Solo Leveling has been a franchise for nearly a decade, it’s only now become a true phenomenon thanks to its anime adaptation.

Sung Jinwoo’s physique in Solo Leveling. [Credit: A-1 Pictures]

Moreover, Solo Leveling: ReAwakening has finally hit theaters globally, earning massive praise. With massive attention coming from worldwide regions, it premiered in several major states last December: the US, Canada, the UK, India, and even Australia.

Following ReAwakening’s success, the movie raises the bar from Season 1, revisiting its events and premiering the first two episodes of Season 2. As the premiere draws near, here’s everything you need to know about the first episode of Solo Leveling Season 2, including its release date, time, and what’s in store for viewers

Everything to know about Solo Leveling Season 2: Release Date,...

2025 is set to ignite the anime scene, with the highly anticipated returns of 2024 favorites like Solo Leveling and Dandadan, promising fans another year of unforgettable thrills and jaw-dropping moments. Solo Leveling has already made a splash online, with Episode 1 receiving widespread acclaim.

Fans who caught the–ReAwakening–compilation film already got a glimpse of the season’s first two episodes. Solo Leveling has long been a top-tier manhwa, and its massive popularity has set sky-high expectations for its anime adaptation.

Sung Jinwoo in Season 2 trailer | Credits: A-1 Pictures

Fans have demanded nothing short of perfection, and so far, the anime has risen to the challenge, with stellar voice acting that brings beloved characters to life.

Aleks Le, the English voice of Sung Jinwoo, has expressed immense excitement about bringing Jinwoo’s character to life. His recent standout work in Dandadan highlights the creativity that cements his reputation as an exceptional voice actor.

Solo Leveling is ringing in the New Year with exciting updates and fresh content as the countdown to Season 2’s release kicks off. Season 1 turned a beloved story into a global phenomenon with its high-quality production and faithful adaptation of the source material.

Sung Jinwoo’s physique in Solo Leveling. [Credit: A-1 Pictures]

Season 2 is set to premiere on January 4, 2025, with fans abuzz after the release of its new trailer. Given that the anime promises to rework the original manhwa and focus on side characters, fans of Solo Leveling can expect an exciting, action-packed Season 2.

Season 2 will delve deeper into Jinwoo’s thirst for power while also highlighting his personal life and moments with Cha Hae-in. Interestingly, Jinwoo’s Va recently named Cha Hae-in as their favorite character after Jinwoo, which speaks about the emotional depth and significance of their relationship.

Solo Leveling: Sung Jinwoo’s Va shares their affection for Cha Hae-in...

Attention, Solo Leveling fans! The wait is nearly over. Crunchyroll’s most sensational anime of the year, Solo Leveling, is finally returning with its long-awaited Season 2, which is set to debut on January 4, 2025. Season 1 turned a beloved story into a household name with its high-quality production and faithful adaptation of the source material.

Sung Jinwoo in Season 2 trailer | Credits: A-1 Pictures

Though Season 1 of the anime faced some criticism, the ReAwakening film teased a sequel ready to silence the negativity. Season 2 will pick up right where the gripping first season left off; this new chapter promises more thrills, action, and jaw-dropping moments.

Undoubtedly, Solo Leveling was one of the biggest animated spectacles this year, beautifully adapting the Webtoon into a fantastical spectacle. Building on ReAwakening‘s success, Solo Leveling is poised to redefine the shonen genre, earning praise from readers for addressing the manhwa’s flaws with dedicated care.

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As 2024 wraps up, Solo Leveling fans are celebrating as ReAwakening hits theaters worldwide, earning praise and dominating anime buzz. Solo Leveling -ReAwakening smartly focuses on Jinwoo’s growth from the weakest hunter to greatness.

Following ReAwakening’s success, the movie raises the bar from Season 1, revisiting its events and premiering the first two episodes of Season 2. The improved pacing, character depth, and humor in these two episodes highlight past missteps while building solid hype for the 2025 season.

Sung Jinwoo, voiced by Aleks Le, in Solo Leveling – ReAwakening. [Credit: A-1 Pictures]

In addition to the action-packed scenes, ReAwakening also introduces a fan-favorite character joining Sung Jinwoo’s shadow army. Though not the strongest or fastest, this shadow soldier steals the spotlight, and fans are eagerly awaiting his debut in Season 2.

With Season 2 on the horizon, Solo Leveling is set to unveil its most beloved shadow soldier

Undoubtedly, Solo Leveling was one of the biggest animated spectacles this year,...

Solo Leveling was one of the biggest anime of 2024, with voice actor Taito Ban gaining massive popularity in the role of Sung Jinwoo. Now, he's joining a new 2025 anime that's likely to become the upcoming year's biggest sci-fi romance.

The cast and first trailer have been revealed for Kowloon Generic Romance, based on the revered manga of the same name. The manga is also receiving a live-action movie in the same year, making 2025 the year that the franchise truly hits the mainstream. With voice talent such as Taito Ban involved, the anime adaptation is sure to make waves among both anime viewers in general and perhaps Solo Leveling fans more specifically.

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Solo Leveling was among 2024’s most anticipated anime series, and it shows no signs of slowing down. Season 1 was one of the biggest animated spectacles this year, beautifully adapting the Korean Webtoon into a fantastical escapade. Not to forget, Solo Leveling: ReAwakening has finally hit theaters globally, earning massive praise and quickly becoming the talk of the anime community.

Sung Jinwoo’s physique in Solo Leveling [Credit: A-1 Pictures]

Building on ReAwakening‘s immense success, the movie promises significant improvements over Season 1, setting the stage for the highly anticipated sequel. Season 2 debuts in January 2025, igniting excitement among fans following the release of its recent exclusive trailer.

Since its debut, Solo Leveling has sparked controversy, particularly regarding the production studio A-1 Pictures’ ability to maintain the manhwa’s legacy. Yet, long-time fans often overlook the manhwa’s major drawbacks, which Season 1 beautifully addressed and improved upon.

Solo Leveling Season 1 brilliantly addresses and...

Kowloon Generic Romance , an upcoming TV anime based on the science fiction / romance manga of the same name, has revealed a wealth of new information including a trailer, teaser art (below), the main staff, and additional cast members. The series will broadcast in Japan in beginning in April 2025. Kowloon Generic Romance Trailer The new cast members include: Miyuki Hebinuma voiced by Ryotaro Okiayu (Zwei in The Foolish Angel Dances with the Devil ) Miyuki Hebinuma and Ryotaro Okiayu Tao Gwen voiced by Taito Ban (Sun Jinwoo in Solo Leveling ) Tao Gwen and Taito Ban Yaomay voiced by Aoi Koga (Yui in Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin ) Yaomay and Aoi Koga Xiaohei voiced by Sayumi Suzushiro (Lawine in Frieren: Beyond Journey's End ) Xiaohei and Sayumi Suzushiro Since November 2019, Shueisha has serialized the original Kowloon Generic Romance manga by Jun Mayuzuki in their Weekly Young Jump seinen manga magazine. Yen Press also publishes...

Five more voice actors are joining the cast of Medalist , next season's sports anime about a young savant figure skater racing up the ranks. Plus, the series has released another "pairs" visual, showing more characters as they'll appear in the anime. The fifth pair visual shows father and son Shiniciro and Rio Sonidori. Shinichiro is a former men's singles champion who now works as a youth coach, and Rio is his young son aiming to follow in his father's footsteps: Related: Medalist TV Anime New Trailer Reveals Ending Theme Song, Premiere Date The five voice actors joining the cast are: Shinichiro Sonidori voiced by Taito Ban (Shun Mizushino in Solo Leveling ) Suzu Kamoto voiced by Ayasa Ito (Arisa Ichigaya in BanG Dream! ) Hitomi Takamine voiced by Emiri Kato (Becky Blackbell in Spy x Family ) Nozomi Yuitsuka voiced by Ami Koshimizu (Sailor Jupiter in Sailor Moon Crystal ) Mamoru Sekoma voiced by...

Crunchyroll’s most sensational anime of the year, Solo Leveling, is finally out this week with its new film, ReAwakening, which is already making a huge buzz online. Solo Leveling stood out as one of this year’s biggest animated spectacles, brilliantly bringing the Korean webtoon to life.

With 2024 nearing its end, Solo Leveling fans have a major reason to celebrate: Season 2 is almost here! Season 2 debuts in January 2025, igniting excitement among fans following the release of its recent exclusive trailer.

Sung Jinwoo – ReAwakening. [Credit: A-1 Pictures]

Since its debut, Solo Leveling has sparked controversy, particularly regarding the production studio A-1 Pictures’ ability to maintain the manhwa’s legacy without facing pitfalls similar to Seven Deadly Sins. Interestingly, the CEO of D&c Media, the publisher of Solo Leveling, revealed that several production studios expressed interest, sparking debate over which one could surpass A-1 Pictures.

Only one studio could have...

With 2024 nearing its end, Solo Leveling fans have a major reason to celebrate: Season 2 is almost here! Season 1 was one of the biggest animated spectacles this year, beautifully adapting the Korean Webtoon into a fantastical spectacle. Not to mention, Solo Leveling: ReAwakening has finally hit theaters globally, earning massive praise and quickly becoming the talk of the anime community.

Sung Jinwoo in Season 2 | Credits: A-1 Pictures

The movie revisits the events of the first season and treats viewers to an exclusive premiere of the first two episodes from Season 2. Amid ReAwakening‘s immense success, the movie promises significant improvements over Season 1, setting the stage for the highly anticipated sequel.

With Season 2 excitement growing, Sung Jinwoo’s Va recently opened up about the unexpected challenges he faced during Season 1, describing it as the toughest period of his career.

Sung Jinwoo’s Va Most Struggling Phase Behind Solo Leveling‘s Controversial...

In recent years, manhwa and webtoons have seen a surge in popularity. Solo Leveling was one of the biggest animated spectacles this year, beautifully adapting the Korean Webtoon into a fantastical spectacle. With 2024 nearing its end, Solo Leveling fans have a major reason to celebrate: Season 2 is almost here!

Sung Jinwoo in Season 2 | Credit: A-1 Pictures

Solo Leveling Season 2 debuts in January 2025, igniting excitement among fans following the release of its exclusive trailer. The beautiful trailer is more than enough to pique interest even among anime enthusiasts who, for one reason or another, haven’t yet given the legendary manhwa a chance.

Amid the excitement for Season 2, Solo Leveling has reached another milestone, solidifying its legacy and fueling fan anticipation for the sequel.

Solo Leveling Claims Victory at the Astra TV Awards, Solidifying Its Dominance

Solo Leveling‘s success in the anime world shows that manhwa, like manga, boasts compelling storylines and characters that,...

While every film in the top five at the box office this weekend fell significantly from its previous weekend haul, most of the newcomers also failed to wow in their debuts. One of the new premieres was Solo Leveling: ReAwakening, the anime film starring Taito Ban, Aleks Le, and Reina Ueda, which opened to $2.4 million, leaving it in the #6 spot this weekend. Solo Leveling fell over $2 million short of Christopher Nolan’s Interstellar, which returned to theaters to celebrate its 10th anniversary and grossed $4.4 million despite only playing in 165 theaters. This is a whopping $26,000 per theater, which stacks up impressively well against Solo Leveling: ReAwakening at $2,800 per theater. Solo Leveling: ReAwakening also brought in $1.1 million overseas for a worldwide total of $3.5 million.

Sunday update: Walt Disney Studios’ “Moana 2” continued to dominate the box office in its second weekend, taking in a projected $52 million domestically as its worldwide total reached $600 million. It shattered “Frozen II’s” post-Thanksgiving weekend record, which grossed $35.1 million in the first weekend of December, 2019. Universal’s “Wicked” is second with $36.4 million, followed by “Gladiator II” with $12.6 million, “Pushpa 2 — The Rule” with $9.3 million, and “Red One” with $7 million. Among new openers, “Solo Leveling: ReAwakening” made a splash with $2.4 million and A24’s “Y2K” disappointed with just $2.1 million.

Friday update: As expected, there won’t be much movement in the post-Thanksgiving box office rankings. “Moana 2” is projected to hold the top spot again, taking in around $60 million, which would be the highest numbers ever for the first week of December. The current record-holder is 2019’s “Frozen II,” which grossed $35.1 million. “Wicked” is poised to come in second place with around $32 million,...

Crunchyroll’s most sensational anime of the year, Solo Leveling, is finally hitting the big screen this week with its new film, Solo Leveling: ReAwakening. The movie revisits the events of the first season and treats viewers to an exclusive premiere of the first two episodes from Season 2.

A still from Solo Leveling Season 2 trailer. Credits: A-1 Pictures

Solo Leveling Season 2 debuts in January 2025, igniting excitement among fans following the release of its exclusive trailer. Comparing the dubbed and subbed versions of an anime series is a hotly debated topic in the industry, and Solo Leveling excels in both formats, with the English dub earning just as much praise as the Japanese version.

Aleks Le, the English voice behind Sung Jinwoo, has been widely praised for brilliantly bringing the fan-favorite character to life. In a heartfelt revelation, he shared that he’s been working overtime to ensure Season 2 lives up to fans’ high expectations,...

Crunchyroll’s most sensational anime of the year, Solo Leveling, is finally hitting the big screen this week with its new film, Solo Leveling: ReAwakening. The movie provides a recap of the series’ first season, followed by the exclusive premiere of the first two episodes of Season 2.

Sung Jinwoo in Season 2 | Credit: A-1 Pictures

Solo Leveling has continued to reign as a top-tier manhwa and its anime adaptation is already dominating the internet buzz. Solo Leveling Season 2 debuts in January 2025, igniting excitement among fans following the release of its exclusive trailer. Amid the buzz surrounding ReAwakening, manhwa readers fear Season 2 is doomed, with the studio potentially mishandling Jinwoo’s character.

Following ReAwakening‘s Release, Are Fans Right to Fear Solo Leveling Season 2’s Downfall?

With 2024 nearing its end, Solo Leveling fans have a major reason to celebrate: Season 2 is almost here! Even for those unfamiliar with the nuances of the Korean webtoon industry,...

The Japanese-language voice actor for Solo Leveling's Cha Hae-in, Reina Ueda, has revealed more about what viewers can anticipate from her character during the anime's upcoming Season 2, teasing a less "composed" look than what viewers have likely come to expect.

Via Animate Times, anime voice actors Taito Ban (Sung Jinwoo), Reina Ueda (Cha Hae-in), Miyu Tomita (Han Song-Yi) and Chikahiro Kobayashi (Kim Chul) attended a Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- event where they gave some insights into Season 2. Notably, Ueda revealed that her character "has an impressively composed demeanor that seems almost inhuman. I think that in Season 2, we'll be able to see a side of Hae-in that isn't so composed, but has a higher heart rate. In expressing the expressions and inner thoughts that weren't seen in Season 1, it was actually very difficult to be conscious of not making too many changes, while still showing a different side of her."

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From animation to plotline, Solo Leveling is nothing short of iconic. Based on the manhwa by Chu-gong, the anime was a full rager in its first season. Its unique take on strength and courage is what sets it apart from other series.

The concept of leveling up is a common theme among the new-age anime. But the series took it up a notch through its impeccable visuals. With the second season’s trailer, the series would be a real treat.

Sung Jin-Woo in a still from the anime | Credit: A-1 Pictures

Be it visuals or the opening song, fans can’t help but laud the trailer. For sure, it would be a complete banger in terms of its production quality. What’s even more interesting is that the series lived up to its title in most aspects.

Fans Respond to Solo Leveling Season 2 Trailer

Written by Chu-gong, Solo Leveling is...

The official accounts for Pass the Monster Meat, Milady! today announced that the TV anime adaptation is slated for April 2025 and will star Kanna Nakamura (Alicia in I'll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History ) as Melphiera Marchalrayd and Taito Ban (Jin-Woo in Solo Leveling ) as Aristide Roger de Galbraith. It was also revealed that idol group Avam will perform the series' opening song. A promo video commemorating the anime and the manga's ninth volume release includes the main pair's voices, while they also feature in two new commemorative illustrations. Illustration by Chika Mizube Illustration by Peperon Related: Pass the Monster Meat, Milady! TV Anime Slated for Spring 2025 The Pass the Monster Meat, Milady! novel originally started serialization on Japanese self-publishing website Shosetsuka ni Narou in November 2019. Kodansha has published its print edition featuring illustrations by Peperon from its K Lanove Books imprint since April 2021, with three volumes released to date.

This review contains spoilers for Solo Leveling's anime and manhwa. Proceed with caution.

In Solo Leveling, Hunters awaken to their powers all at once, and never grow stronger, no matter how much they train. However, some Hunters undergo a rare Second Awakening, suddenly receiving an additional power boost that substantially increases their rank in Hunter society. Director Shunsuke Nakashige's new film, Solo Leveling -ReAwawkening-, feels like the moment of the animes own Second Awakening, as it once again unlocks a new level of power that itll carry into its highly anticipated Solo Leveling Season 2.

Based on the light novel written by Chugong, Solo Leveling was always meant to be a resounding success. Much like its main character, Sung Jinwoo (aka The Worlds Weakest Hunter), Solo Leveling rose from relative obscurity to becoming an anime powerhouse that cant be stopped seemingly overnight. The light novel slowly leveled up from...

The comparison between the dubbed version and the subbed version of an anime series is one of the most serious topics in the industry. Fans have always compared the two different dubbings to find out which is better, and Solo Leveling was certainly not an exception to this. However, the series somehow managed to satisfy both categories of fans.

Solo Leveling Anime | Credit: A-1 Pictures

The unique story of Solo Leveling follows the adventures of Sung Jinwoo, the weakest hunter, and his struggles to become the strongest hunter in a world filled with monsters. Thus, the comparisons between the dubbed and subbed versions of Solo Leveling were obviously going to be judged by the performances of the voice actors of Sung Jinwoo.

In the Japanese version, Sung Jinwoo is voiced by Taito Ban, and in the English version, Aleks Le takes on this responsibility. In a recent interview, the English...