While video games RPGs are almost as old as video games themselves, the genre didn’t really come into its own until the 1990s. Sure, there were plenty of big RPGs before that. Legendary series like Ultima, Final Fantasy, and Dragon Quest all got their start in the ‘80s. But as ’90s gaming technology improved, RPGs incorporated more quality-of-life improvements. Suddenly, a genre that previously appealed to a small fringe began to top the sales charts.
Of course, we’re all familiar with the big names of 90s RPGs like Fallout, Chrono Trigger, and Baldur’s Gate, but dig a little deeper, and there are still plenty of lesser-known games that are worth checking out even now. Here, in order of first release, are the 15 most underrated RPGs of the 1990s.
Shadowrun – Sega Genesis (1994)
First off, I need to clarify that the Genesis version of Shadowrun is completely different from...
Of course, we’re all familiar with the big names of 90s RPGs like Fallout, Chrono Trigger, and Baldur’s Gate, but dig a little deeper, and there are still plenty of lesser-known games that are worth checking out even now. Here, in order of first release, are the 15 most underrated RPGs of the 1990s.
Shadowrun – Sega Genesis (1994)
First off, I need to clarify that the Genesis version of Shadowrun is completely different from...
- 5/18/2024
- by Matthew Byrd
- Den of Geek
Legendary mangaka Akira Toriyama was not only the creator of series like Dr. Slump and Dragon Ball, but he had also ventured into the world of video games. Toriyama had worked on multiple games, like Chrono Tiger and Blue Dragon. But his biggest achievement in the gaming world was his character designs for the popular role-playing game Dragon Quest.
Dragon Quest
While Toriyama earned a lot of recognition with Dragon Quest, he was not particularly a fan of his works in the series. In 2017, when Dragon Quest celebrated its 30th anniversary, Toriyama shared a special letter where he claimed that he would have never agreed to work on the video game if he had known that it would have gone for so long.
The manga creator also gave a reason why he was not interested in working on Dragon Quest anymore and would rather have someone else take his job and design the characters.
Dragon Quest
While Toriyama earned a lot of recognition with Dragon Quest, he was not particularly a fan of his works in the series. In 2017, when Dragon Quest celebrated its 30th anniversary, Toriyama shared a special letter where he claimed that he would have never agreed to work on the video game if he had known that it would have gone for so long.
The manga creator also gave a reason why he was not interested in working on Dragon Quest anymore and would rather have someone else take his job and design the characters.
- 5/9/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Hiroko Moriguchi , best known for her theme song works for the Mobile Suit Gundam anime franchise, announced that her second anisong cover album, "Anison Covers 2," is set to release in Japan on August 7, 2024. Her debut single "Mizu no Hoshi he Ai wo Komete" ( Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam TV anime's second opening theme) released 39 years ago on the same day, August 7, 1985. Based on the concept of “Gundam song cover albums for adults,” Moriguchi released three “Gundam Song Covers” albums from 2019 to 2022. All of the albums in the series ranked in the top three of the Oricon weekly album charts, and the total number of albums shipped has surpassed 250,000 copies. Following the series, she released the first "Anison Covers" album in May 2023 under the concept of "anime song cover album for adults." The album peaked at #11 in the Oricon weekly album charts. The much-awaited second album, “Anison Covers 2,” is a selection of...
- 5/7/2024
- by Mikikazu Komatsu
- Crunchyroll
In American animation, talking animal movies are a dime-a-dozen, but the "Kung Fu Panda" series is a gem. A big part of the appeal comes from the charming lead performance of Jack Black as Dragon Warrior Po (read /Film's interview with Black on the "Kung Fu Panda" circuit here). Another reason is the Wuxia-inspired action, where the bouncy CGI complements the characters' acrobatics and allows filmmakers to execute "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" style wire-fu with no need for actual wires.
Then there's the other secret ingredient: the villains. In each of the four films made so far (with the "Kung Fu Panda 4" box office making it likely another chapter won't be far behind), Po faces a new adversary, one with a new power he must overcome while also advancing on his own spiritual journey. Pretty typical hero's journey stuff, but like in martial arts, it's all about the proper execution.
Then there's the other secret ingredient: the villains. In each of the four films made so far (with the "Kung Fu Panda 4" box office making it likely another chapter won't be far behind), Po faces a new adversary, one with a new power he must overcome while also advancing on his own spiritual journey. Pretty typical hero's journey stuff, but like in martial arts, it's all about the proper execution.
- 5/5/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
Exclusive: DreamWorks Animation/Universal’s Kung Fu Panda 4 crossed the $500M mark globally this past weekend, reaching the milestone on a staggered release pattern that has worked well for the partners in the past (think Puss in Boots: The Last Wish). Through Wednesday, it’s at $324M international box office and $509M worldwide.
Directed by Mike Mitchell (and co-directed by Stephanie Ma Stine), the fourquel arrived eight years after the third installment of the franchise that began in 2008 and is the first of the series released by Universal after the studio acquired Dwa in 2016. All told thus far, the series has grossed $2.328B, the No .2 highest-grossing Dwa franchise behind Shrek.
KFP4, which has done gangbusters in Mexico ($35.6M through Wednesday) and logged the biggest April animation opening of all time in Korea, is poised to become the third-highest-grossing film of the bunch. Although if comping to current exchange rates...
Directed by Mike Mitchell (and co-directed by Stephanie Ma Stine), the fourquel arrived eight years after the third installment of the franchise that began in 2008 and is the first of the series released by Universal after the studio acquired Dwa in 2016. All told thus far, the series has grossed $2.328B, the No .2 highest-grossing Dwa franchise behind Shrek.
KFP4, which has done gangbusters in Mexico ($35.6M through Wednesday) and logged the biggest April animation opening of all time in Korea, is poised to become the third-highest-grossing film of the bunch. Although if comping to current exchange rates...
- 5/2/2024
- by Nancy Tartaglione
- Deadline Film + TV
As the video game industry suffers a lot of losses this year with an alarming number of layoffs, companies are doing everything they can to not lose more money. Square Enix has just reported “content abandonment losses” with a record-breaking number; this means that the Japanese company lost more than 140 million dollars for cancelled projects.
This could potentially impact games such as the third installment of the Final Fantasy 7 remake. At the moment, the plan continues, but this development has cost a lot more than the studio was expecting.
Final Fantasy 7 Part 3 Could be in a Very Complicated Place Square Enix losses could endanger Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3.
The industry is currently in a unique position, with everyone struggling to find their footing following the recent wave of layoffs. The studios are trying to figure out the players’ tastes to invest in new projects that could be a hit,...
This could potentially impact games such as the third installment of the Final Fantasy 7 remake. At the moment, the plan continues, but this development has cost a lot more than the studio was expecting.
Final Fantasy 7 Part 3 Could be in a Very Complicated Place Square Enix losses could endanger Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3.
The industry is currently in a unique position, with everyone struggling to find their footing following the recent wave of layoffs. The studios are trying to figure out the players’ tastes to invest in new projects that could be a hit,...
- 4/30/2024
- by Lucas Lapetina
- FandomWire
With the ever-evolving video game landscape, the music and soundtracks have only gotten better and better. This year alone has given us Rise of the Ronin, as well as Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, both of which have beautifully put together soundtracks that their respective composers poured their hearts and souls into.
Video game concerts are a sight to behold, and no one does it like Jason Michael Paul. Paul is the man behind the original Final Fantasy concerts, The Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses shows, and much more. Yet his latest project aims to be one of gaming’s biggest and greatest shows yet. Heroes: A Video Game Symphony is all about the hero’s journey and is set to premiere this year.
FandomWire had the opportunity to sit down and talk to Jason Michael Paul, where he discussed how the video game industry has evolved when it...
Video game concerts are a sight to behold, and no one does it like Jason Michael Paul. Paul is the man behind the original Final Fantasy concerts, The Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses shows, and much more. Yet his latest project aims to be one of gaming’s biggest and greatest shows yet. Heroes: A Video Game Symphony is all about the hero’s journey and is set to premiere this year.
FandomWire had the opportunity to sit down and talk to Jason Michael Paul, where he discussed how the video game industry has evolved when it...
- 4/30/2024
- by Adil Farooq
- FandomWire
The year 2023 was an embarrassment of riches when it came to animation. Movies like “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” became massive commercial successes and crossed the billion-dollar mark at the box office, while movies like “Nimona” and “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” hit big with audiences and critics. There were films that boasted wildly different aesthetics and showed the power of the animation medium, like “Blue Giant” and “The First Slam Dunk.” We also saw the return of legendary animator Hayao Miyazaki, who gave us his most personal film to date with “The Boy and the Heron.”
That’s a lot for 2024 to live up to — luckily, it seems the year will bring with it a healthy mix of big studio franchises and more grown-up animated fare. There are still big and highly anticipated animated movies slated to be released in 2024. Here is a rundown of 2024 animated releases with updates to come.
That’s a lot for 2024 to live up to — luckily, it seems the year will bring with it a healthy mix of big studio franchises and more grown-up animated fare. There are still big and highly anticipated animated movies slated to be released in 2024. Here is a rundown of 2024 animated releases with updates to come.
- 4/25/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor and Bill Desowitz
- Indiewire
These days, the notoriety of Akira Toriyama extends further than just his Dragon Ball series. Whilst that is certainly his most famous work by some stretch, he’s also responsible for guiding some of the biggest and best properties in the world of Manga that you may now know about.
For that matter, also had his influences on gaming as a whole with his early work on the designs for Dragon Quest. However, we’re here to determine if the latest adaptation of one of his works, Sand Land, can live up to the lofty standards of his others.
Sand Land for a Modern Audience Sand Land’s characters are a vibrant mixture.
I feel like it’s important to state at this point, but until I saw the game and some of the anime, I wasn’t aware or a fan of Sand Land. You’re probably wondering ‘Well...
For that matter, also had his influences on gaming as a whole with his early work on the designs for Dragon Quest. However, we’re here to determine if the latest adaptation of one of his works, Sand Land, can live up to the lofty standards of his others.
Sand Land for a Modern Audience Sand Land’s characters are a vibrant mixture.
I feel like it’s important to state at this point, but until I saw the game and some of the anime, I wasn’t aware or a fan of Sand Land. You’re probably wondering ‘Well...
- 4/24/2024
- by Luke Addison
- FandomWire
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire might not be a critical darling. But the Adam Wingard directorial has become a fan favorite among the audience. The most recent installment in the MonsterVerse franchise is their fifth presentation, after 2021’s Godzilla vs. Kong.
A scene from Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire
After being released last month, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire has now become the second-highest-grossing movie of the year. It has even surpassed the recently released animated blockbuster, Kung Fu Panda 4.
MonsterVerse Races Ahead of Kung Fu Panda 4 With Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
A scene from Kung Fu Panda 4
Even though the Jack Black voiced movie was released before the kaiju feature, it could not hold on to the lead. And now, after Denis Villeneuve’s directorial epic, Dune: Part 2, Godzilla x Kong : The New Empire is at the second highest position.
A scene from Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire
After being released last month, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire has now become the second-highest-grossing movie of the year. It has even surpassed the recently released animated blockbuster, Kung Fu Panda 4.
MonsterVerse Races Ahead of Kung Fu Panda 4 With Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
A scene from Kung Fu Panda 4
Even though the Jack Black voiced movie was released before the kaiju feature, it could not hold on to the lead. And now, after Denis Villeneuve’s directorial epic, Dune: Part 2, Godzilla x Kong : The New Empire is at the second highest position.
- 4/22/2024
- by Swagata Das
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama, the creator of Dragon Ball, spent most of his life perfecting his masterpiece. The series started with Dragon Ball and is still going on with multiple variations, like Dragon Ball Super and the upcoming Dragon Ball Daima. He not only worked on the manga and the anime series but also contributed to the games that were developed around his magnum opus.
Akira Toriyama | Source: quenoticias.com
While he did work on many other projects, none of them became as successful as Dragon Ball. Also, Dragon Ball is the longest series, with many sequels and spin-offs created primarily by the mangaka. However, in 2008, Toriyama decided that he no longer wanted to draw another long series like Dragon Ball.
He believed that Dragon Ball would be his last big series, and he might no longer be able to satisfy his fans anymore with another manga. He even discussed his plans...
Akira Toriyama | Source: quenoticias.com
While he did work on many other projects, none of them became as successful as Dragon Ball. Also, Dragon Ball is the longest series, with many sequels and spin-offs created primarily by the mangaka. However, in 2008, Toriyama decided that he no longer wanted to draw another long series like Dragon Ball.
He believed that Dragon Ball would be his last big series, and he might no longer be able to satisfy his fans anymore with another manga. He even discussed his plans...
- 4/22/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
The vast and vibrant animated franchise of Kung Fu Panda has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide. Starring Jack Black as the lovable panda turned Dragon Warrior Po, the film series has now become a cultural phenomenon. However, with the release of Kung Fu Panda 4, fans found themselves in utter disappointment over how the film ended.
A scene from Kung Fu Panda 4
Shifting the responsibility of a Dragon Warrior onto the next generation, Kung Fu Panda 4 severely upset fans as they dismissed Jack Black’s Po to appoint Awkwafina’s Zhen in the new role. Fans wage war on social media as they call out the film for appointing Zhen over the deserving candidate – Tigress.
Zhen Becomes the New Dragon Warrior After Jack Black’s Po
Kung Fu Panda 4 released in 2024 witnessed the end of Po’s (Jack Black) journey as the dragon warrior. While the movie mostly received positive reviews,...
A scene from Kung Fu Panda 4
Shifting the responsibility of a Dragon Warrior onto the next generation, Kung Fu Panda 4 severely upset fans as they dismissed Jack Black’s Po to appoint Awkwafina’s Zhen in the new role. Fans wage war on social media as they call out the film for appointing Zhen over the deserving candidate – Tigress.
Zhen Becomes the New Dragon Warrior After Jack Black’s Po
Kung Fu Panda 4 released in 2024 witnessed the end of Po’s (Jack Black) journey as the dragon warrior. While the movie mostly received positive reviews,...
- 4/21/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Yoshihiro Togashi is seen by many as one of the most influential manga artists ever. He created two very popular series, Hunter X Hunter and Yu Yu Hakusho, which have had a big effect on manga.
Togashi has a special style that makes him different from other manga creators. As said by Jason Thompson, who is a critic for manga, Togashi’s first one-shot works were a mixture of comedy set in school and allusions to horror movies. This showed the flexibility and imaginative sight of Togashi.
At the age of 24, Togashi made a significant step forward with the introduction of YuYu Hakusho, a series combining supernatural elements and fighting comedy that was well-received by readers.
Gon in Hunter x Hunter
Since 2006, Togashi has been on many long breaks but still keeps Hunter × Hunter in the series. Some of these hiatuses were because of his personal health problems while...
Togashi has a special style that makes him different from other manga creators. As said by Jason Thompson, who is a critic for manga, Togashi’s first one-shot works were a mixture of comedy set in school and allusions to horror movies. This showed the flexibility and imaginative sight of Togashi.
At the age of 24, Togashi made a significant step forward with the introduction of YuYu Hakusho, a series combining supernatural elements and fighting comedy that was well-received by readers.
Gon in Hunter x Hunter
Since 2006, Togashi has been on many long breaks but still keeps Hunter × Hunter in the series. Some of these hiatuses were because of his personal health problems while...
- 4/19/2024
- by Mudassir Kamran
- FandomWire
Sand Land is an upcoming video game based on the original manga with the same name from Bandai Namco Entertainment. Fans of the franchise will recognize the large environments and biomes and realize that they will need a ride to trek the treacherous regions of the desert.
The producers also shared that the vehicles could do more than just take players from one point to another; they could deal damage to enemies and clear roadblocks for progression. Vehicles are now the best companions in Sand Land.
Vehicles in Sand Land Are Indispensable
Akira Toriyama’s Sand Land will be available on PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Representatives of Bandai Namco and producers of the game took the opportunity to share details of its latest game over at Gamescom. Players will have to rely more on their vehicles for not just exploration and traversal, but also combat and to remove or overcome obstacles.
The producers also shared that the vehicles could do more than just take players from one point to another; they could deal damage to enemies and clear roadblocks for progression. Vehicles are now the best companions in Sand Land.
Vehicles in Sand Land Are Indispensable
Akira Toriyama’s Sand Land will be available on PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Representatives of Bandai Namco and producers of the game took the opportunity to share details of its latest game over at Gamescom. Players will have to rely more on their vehicles for not just exploration and traversal, but also combat and to remove or overcome obstacles.
- 4/15/2024
- by Rouvin Josef Quirimit
- FandomWire
Kung Fu Panda 4 is kicking its way onto home screens today (April 9th) with the film’s release on digital platforms like Apple TV+ and Prime Video. The movie features another vibrant performance from Jack Black as Po, the titular giant panda whose big heart and martial arts moves help him save the day time and time again. To embrace the awesomeness of both the film and its star, Consequence is thrilled to be able to offer you the chance to win a Kung Fu Panda 4 print — signed by Jack Black himself! (Enter here)
Kung Fu Panda 4 continues the adventures of Po as he seeks a successor for the role of Dragon Warrior. In addition to the already impressive returning voice cast, the film introduces new characters played by Awkwafina, Viola Davis, Ke Huy Quan, Lori Tan Chinn, and more. (That’s a lot of Oscar and Emmy winners.
Kung Fu Panda 4 continues the adventures of Po as he seeks a successor for the role of Dragon Warrior. In addition to the already impressive returning voice cast, the film introduces new characters played by Awkwafina, Viola Davis, Ke Huy Quan, Lori Tan Chinn, and more. (That’s a lot of Oscar and Emmy winners.
- 4/9/2024
- by Consequence Staff
- Consequence - Film News
Kingdom Hearts 4 is expected to be another epic adventure that pushes the boundaries of the series. Square Enix has given us the most beloved and enduring franchises in video game history, including Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, Kingdom Hearts, and Tomb Raider. The game company has also made strides to support cross-platform, which has further solidified the fanbase. Kingdom Hearts has distinguished itself over the years through its inventive blend of Disney and Square Enix properties. Kingdom Hearts: Melody of Memory is the latest release in the franchise. This nostalgia factor makes it special for those who have grown up
The post Kingdom Hearts 4 Update: Has the New Game Been Confirmed Yet? first appeared on TVovermind.
The post Kingdom Hearts 4 Update: Has the New Game Been Confirmed Yet? first appeared on TVovermind.
- 4/8/2024
- by Ashlee Manalang
- TVovermind.com
One of late Akira Toriyama’s most interesting Japanese manga series Sand Land might have been fairly underrated or neglected in the past. However, that has changed in the past couple of years. The attempt to celebrate Toriyama’s work includes the release of a movie and an anime that has helped push the series.
Sand Land Manga
Another latest endeavor to further expand the reach of the series is the upcoming video game adaptation. The game adaptation of Sand Land is being developed by Ilca. Interestingly, it is the team that worked on last year’s One Piece Odyssey. The upcoming game will explore how Fiend Prince and his companion’s adventures bring life back to a desolate wasteland.
Makers want Sand Land to reach a larger audience
In an interview with The Gamer, Sand Land‘s producer, Keishu Minami, spilled the tea about adapting and expanding Akira Toriyama’s manga.
Sand Land Manga
Another latest endeavor to further expand the reach of the series is the upcoming video game adaptation. The game adaptation of Sand Land is being developed by Ilca. Interestingly, it is the team that worked on last year’s One Piece Odyssey. The upcoming game will explore how Fiend Prince and his companion’s adventures bring life back to a desolate wasteland.
Makers want Sand Land to reach a larger audience
In an interview with The Gamer, Sand Land‘s producer, Keishu Minami, spilled the tea about adapting and expanding Akira Toriyama’s manga.
- 4/4/2024
- by Amarylisa Gonsalves
- FandomWire
Sand Land, an upcoming open-world action-adventure game from Bandai Namco, honors the legendary Akira Toriyama by joining a long line of games featuring characters created by the artist. With Toriyama’s recent passing, the game takes on special meaning as it might be the last game to include his one-of-a-kind character designs outside new Dragon Ball Z or Dragon Quest titles.
Toriyama’s characters are famous for their expressive faces, which makes bringing his 2D drawings into 3D a tricky task. The game’s creators recently shed light on what they encountered while taking on the challenge.
The Jump From 2D To 3D Was Laborious
Sand Land is an adaptation of Akira Toriyama’s manga of the same name.
In an interview with Game Rant, Sand Land producer Keishu Minami spoke about his ambitious plans for the franchise, but the meat of the discussion was the challenges of turning Toriyama...
Toriyama’s characters are famous for their expressive faces, which makes bringing his 2D drawings into 3D a tricky task. The game’s creators recently shed light on what they encountered while taking on the challenge.
The Jump From 2D To 3D Was Laborious
Sand Land is an adaptation of Akira Toriyama’s manga of the same name.
In an interview with Game Rant, Sand Land producer Keishu Minami spoke about his ambitious plans for the franchise, but the meat of the discussion was the challenges of turning Toriyama...
- 4/4/2024
- by Viraaj Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
Kung Fu Panda 4 Box Office Collection Day 17: Loses Fury at the Indian Box Office After Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (Photo Credit – IMDb)
The anticipation for Kung Fu Panda 4 was palpable in India, fueled by the immense love for the previous instalments. Catering to a wider audience than ever before, the film was released in not just English but also Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, ensuring accessibility for a vast majority of Indian moviegoers. Read further to learn about Kung Fu Panda 4’s box office collection in India after the 3rd weekend.
With its blend of action, humour, and universally relatable themes of self-discovery and perseverance, Kung Fu Panda 4 drew crowds to theatres in its first 2 weeks in India. But, as predicted, the release of the monstrous sequel, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, cast a long shadow, impacting the Dragon Warrior’s performance.
In its 17-day run,...
The anticipation for Kung Fu Panda 4 was palpable in India, fueled by the immense love for the previous instalments. Catering to a wider audience than ever before, the film was released in not just English but also Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, ensuring accessibility for a vast majority of Indian moviegoers. Read further to learn about Kung Fu Panda 4’s box office collection in India after the 3rd weekend.
With its blend of action, humour, and universally relatable themes of self-discovery and perseverance, Kung Fu Panda 4 drew crowds to theatres in its first 2 weeks in India. But, as predicted, the release of the monstrous sequel, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, cast a long shadow, impacting the Dragon Warrior’s performance.
In its 17-day run,...
- 4/1/2024
- by Nikita Wagh
- KoiMoi
Stars: Jack Black, Awkwafina, Viola Davis, Bryan Cranston, James Hong, Ian McShane, Ke Huy Quan, Ronny Chieng, Lori Tan Chinn, Dustin Hoffman | Written by Jonathan Aibel, Glenn Berger, Darren Lemke | Directed by Mike Mitchell, Stephanie Ma Stine
Cuddly Kung Fu master Po the Panda returns to the big screen for a fourth instalment of the animated action comedy franchise, eight years after Kung Fu Panda 3. Unfortunately, it’s fair to say that the law of diminishing returns has very much kicked in, because while the film is entirely amiable, it doesn’t quite deliver the same punch, and frequently feels like it’s going through the motions.
The film begins in the Valley of Peace, where Po (Jack Black) is content with his life as the legendary Dragon Warrior, occasionally defeating the odd villain with his sweet kung-fu skills and using his standing in the community to open a tofu-and-noodle shop.
Cuddly Kung Fu master Po the Panda returns to the big screen for a fourth instalment of the animated action comedy franchise, eight years after Kung Fu Panda 3. Unfortunately, it’s fair to say that the law of diminishing returns has very much kicked in, because while the film is entirely amiable, it doesn’t quite deliver the same punch, and frequently feels like it’s going through the motions.
The film begins in the Valley of Peace, where Po (Jack Black) is content with his life as the legendary Dragon Warrior, occasionally defeating the odd villain with his sweet kung-fu skills and using his standing in the community to open a tofu-and-noodle shop.
- 3/27/2024
- by Matthew Turner
- Nerdly
Kung Fu Panda 4 India Box Office Day 12; Beats Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Kung Fu Panda is back, and Indian audiences can’t get enough! The animated martial arts film, directed by Mike Mitchell, has clawed its way to impressive box office numbers in its first twelve days. Read further to know how Kung Fu Panda 4 is creating new records at the Indian box office.
As of its second Tuesday, Kung Fu Panda 4 boasts an estimated collection of 26.75 crore, surpassing the lifetime earnings of Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom (26 crore) at the Indian box office. This early success indicates a bright future for Po and the Furious Five. The film will likely dethrone Skyfall (30 crore) and Ant-Man And The Wasp (30.60 crore) in the coming days. However, a true test awaits: can Kung Fu Panda 4 conquer the titans of The Dark Knight Rises (33 crore...
Kung Fu Panda is back, and Indian audiences can’t get enough! The animated martial arts film, directed by Mike Mitchell, has clawed its way to impressive box office numbers in its first twelve days. Read further to know how Kung Fu Panda 4 is creating new records at the Indian box office.
As of its second Tuesday, Kung Fu Panda 4 boasts an estimated collection of 26.75 crore, surpassing the lifetime earnings of Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom (26 crore) at the Indian box office. This early success indicates a bright future for Po and the Furious Five. The film will likely dethrone Skyfall (30 crore) and Ant-Man And The Wasp (30.60 crore) in the coming days. However, a true test awaits: can Kung Fu Panda 4 conquer the titans of The Dark Knight Rises (33 crore...
- 3/27/2024
- by Nikita Wagh
- KoiMoi
Kung Fu Panda 4 India Box Office Collection Day 11 ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
Kung Fu Panda 4 is proving to be a formidable force at the Indian box office. With an estimated 25.96 crore net collection in its first 11 days, the animated movie has delivered a solid performance, exceeding expectations. Read further to learn about the Kung Fu Panda 4 box office collection in India.
While its opening week collection of 16.95 crore fell short of some predictions, Kung Fu Panda 4 displayed impressive staying power. The second weekend witnessed the third-highest collection for an animation film in India, only trailing behind giants like Frozen 2. This resilience is even more remarkable considering Spider-Verse 2, which achieved similar second-weekend numbers, had a much stronger opening.
Here’s what’s fueling the film’s momentum:
Strong Second Weekend: The film witnessed a mere 35% drop from its opening weekend, a testament to its ability to retain audiences.
Kung Fu Panda 4 is proving to be a formidable force at the Indian box office. With an estimated 25.96 crore net collection in its first 11 days, the animated movie has delivered a solid performance, exceeding expectations. Read further to learn about the Kung Fu Panda 4 box office collection in India.
While its opening week collection of 16.95 crore fell short of some predictions, Kung Fu Panda 4 displayed impressive staying power. The second weekend witnessed the third-highest collection for an animation film in India, only trailing behind giants like Frozen 2. This resilience is even more remarkable considering Spider-Verse 2, which achieved similar second-weekend numbers, had a much stronger opening.
Here’s what’s fueling the film’s momentum:
Strong Second Weekend: The film witnessed a mere 35% drop from its opening weekend, a testament to its ability to retain audiences.
- 3/26/2024
- by Nikita Wagh
- KoiMoi
After Chapter 1111, fans will have to wait for a few weeks before they could see another chapter of The Egghead Island arc of One Piece from Eiichiro Oda. The creator announced through a note on social media that he will be taking a break from work to do some self-maintenance. Oda’s announcement comes in light of Dragon Ball creator, Akira Toriyama’s, untimely passing due to acute subdural hematoma.
One Piece creator Eiichiro Oda with wife Chiaki Inaba (Credits: @one_piece_x | X)
Toriyama passed away on March 1 at the age of 68. While Toriyama’s anime served as an inspiration for Oda, both the mangaka maintained a good friendship. Toriyama’s death has made Oda worried about his health too.
Eiichiro Oda Takes A Three-Week Break After Akira Toriyama’s Death
Eiichiro Oda will take a break between The Egghead Island arc of One Piece due to this reason...
One Piece creator Eiichiro Oda with wife Chiaki Inaba (Credits: @one_piece_x | X)
Toriyama passed away on March 1 at the age of 68. While Toriyama’s anime served as an inspiration for Oda, both the mangaka maintained a good friendship. Toriyama’s death has made Oda worried about his health too.
Eiichiro Oda Takes A Three-Week Break After Akira Toriyama’s Death
Eiichiro Oda will take a break between The Egghead Island arc of One Piece due to this reason...
- 3/21/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama was a renowned Japanese manga artist and character designer who is known by many for the creation of the enormously popular Dragon Ball. He is considered to be one of the most influential authors of manga and has inspired other manga authors along the way.
Akira Toriyama (credits @YouTube: Mastar)
Apart from his illustrious career as a manga artist, he also had a prominent career in the video game industry. He contributed to this industry by developing characters for video games that include seminal JRPGs to some of the most iconic fighting video games. The Dragon Ball’s creator played an important part in the development of the following seven iconic games.
Gyrozetter & Fantasian
Akira Toriyama mostly contributes to video games as a character designer. Apart from this, he also worked as a guest designer for many other projects. Though Toriyama only had a small part in the game Fantasian,...
Akira Toriyama (credits @YouTube: Mastar)
Apart from his illustrious career as a manga artist, he also had a prominent career in the video game industry. He contributed to this industry by developing characters for video games that include seminal JRPGs to some of the most iconic fighting video games. The Dragon Ball’s creator played an important part in the development of the following seven iconic games.
Gyrozetter & Fantasian
Akira Toriyama mostly contributes to video games as a character designer. Apart from this, he also worked as a guest designer for many other projects. Though Toriyama only had a small part in the game Fantasian,...
- 3/20/2024
- by Binayak Sharma
- FandomWire
Sand Land is one of the last few projects that legendary Japanese artist Akira Toriyama has worked on and has been an influential icon in the manga world, the artist contributed to the design of certain video games, and his most popular work: Dragon Ball, brought fans together regardless of culture or where they are from.
The untimely passing of the artist left a hole in the hearts of his colleagues and left the future of his projects in an uncertain state but fans are optimistic for the release of Dragon Quest 12. The franchise has generated fans from different parts of the globe and throughout the years, the community kept growing. The passing of Toriyama is a tragedy for fans of the artist and left his projects in an uncertain state.
Sand Land And Dragon Quest 12 Will Move Forward Without Akira Toriyama
Sand Land is releasing on the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S,...
The untimely passing of the artist left a hole in the hearts of his colleagues and left the future of his projects in an uncertain state but fans are optimistic for the release of Dragon Quest 12. The franchise has generated fans from different parts of the globe and throughout the years, the community kept growing. The passing of Toriyama is a tragedy for fans of the artist and left his projects in an uncertain state.
Sand Land And Dragon Quest 12 Will Move Forward Without Akira Toriyama
Sand Land is releasing on the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S,...
- 3/20/2024
- by Rouvin Josef Quirimit
- FandomWire
Digesting the news of Akira Toriyama’s passing hasn’t been easy on anyone. Having sent shockwaves through the Dragon Ball community, the unfortunate situation has cast a somber mood over the upcoming gameplay showcase for Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero.
Fans worldwide are mourning the loss of the legendary manga artist and expressing their deep sadness on social media platforms. His passing before the release of the highly anticipated game has left a bitter taste in many mouths.
Fans Hope to See Sparking Zero Do Akira Toriyama Justice People hope Sparking Zero lives up to Akira Toriyama’s legacy
After Toriyama’s passing, people across social media came together to mourn the loss of a legend. Regardless of whether you’re a Dragon Ball fan, there’s no denying the impact he held in the manga industry, even apart from the Shonen division.
With this tragic event having unfolded, people...
Fans worldwide are mourning the loss of the legendary manga artist and expressing their deep sadness on social media platforms. His passing before the release of the highly anticipated game has left a bitter taste in many mouths.
Fans Hope to See Sparking Zero Do Akira Toriyama Justice People hope Sparking Zero lives up to Akira Toriyama’s legacy
After Toriyama’s passing, people across social media came together to mourn the loss of a legend. Regardless of whether you’re a Dragon Ball fan, there’s no denying the impact he held in the manga industry, even apart from the Shonen division.
With this tragic event having unfolded, people...
- 3/19/2024
- by Vibha Hegde
- FandomWire
The recent death of legendary manga artist Akira Toriyama has come as a major shock to the anime industry. The creator had a huge impact on the anime world’s global recognition because of his work- Dragon Ball. His anime and manga series were one of the first works to change the scenario of Japanese animation.
Dragon Quest XI
However, his work is not only limited to the anime and manga development of Dragon Ball. The creator has proven himself with many other mangas like Dr. Slump and he also wrote many one-shot mangas. Additionally, he had also worked on the art designs of many characters in the popular RPG gaming Dragon Quest.
Dragon Quest is one of the best games in the video gaming world. Numerous elements were brought to the genre by the series, and it greatly influenced the creation of subsequent role-playing games. So much so, that another big franchise,...
Dragon Quest XI
However, his work is not only limited to the anime and manga development of Dragon Ball. The creator has proven himself with many other mangas like Dr. Slump and he also wrote many one-shot mangas. Additionally, he had also worked on the art designs of many characters in the popular RPG gaming Dragon Quest.
Dragon Quest is one of the best games in the video gaming world. Numerous elements were brought to the genre by the series, and it greatly influenced the creation of subsequent role-playing games. So much so, that another big franchise,...
- 3/18/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
For the first time in nearly a decade, Kung Fu Panda is back on screen with the fourth installment of the series. Breaking Bad star Bryan Cranston is also back to reprise his role in the franchise as Po’s biological father, Li.
Cranston is one of the most versatile actors around, and his genius extends to voice acting as well. In addition to impressing the audience with his charisma on screen, he has also breathed life into characters through his voice alone.
Li is just one of the many characters that Cranston has voiced in his career. And yet, this role could not possibly be any farther from his Emmy Award-winning turn as Walter White in the AMC crime drama Breaking Bad. Unsurprisingly, between the two characters, Cranston certainly had a lot more fun as Po’s father.
Cranston in Breaking Bad (Source: Breaking Bad)
Bryan Cranston opens up...
Cranston is one of the most versatile actors around, and his genius extends to voice acting as well. In addition to impressing the audience with his charisma on screen, he has also breathed life into characters through his voice alone.
Li is just one of the many characters that Cranston has voiced in his career. And yet, this role could not possibly be any farther from his Emmy Award-winning turn as Walter White in the AMC crime drama Breaking Bad. Unsurprisingly, between the two characters, Cranston certainly had a lot more fun as Po’s father.
Cranston in Breaking Bad (Source: Breaking Bad)
Bryan Cranston opens up...
- 3/15/2024
- by Sreshtha Roychowdhury
- FandomWire
Sad news arrives from Japan: legendary mangaka and anime creator Akira Toriyama passed away on March 1, 2024. The creator of Dragon Ball, one of the most popular and important manga and anime series in history, died from an acute subdural hematoma after reportedly having had a scheduled brain tumor surgery in February 2024, according to Sports Nihon.
Akira Toriyama was a major figure in the history of manga and anime. He created the Dragon Ball franchise, which soon became one of the most popular animanga franchises in the world. The anime adaptation of Toriyama’s manga, as well as its sequel – Dragon Ball Z – helped make anime popular around the globe and paved the way for the “Big Three” anime series in the early 2000s. In fact, it is not uncommon to see Dragon Ball grouped together with them as the “Big Four.”
The news of Toriyama’s death was announced a...
Akira Toriyama was a major figure in the history of manga and anime. He created the Dragon Ball franchise, which soon became one of the most popular animanga franchises in the world. The anime adaptation of Toriyama’s manga, as well as its sequel – Dragon Ball Z – helped make anime popular around the globe and paved the way for the “Big Three” anime series in the early 2000s. In fact, it is not uncommon to see Dragon Ball grouped together with them as the “Big Four.”
The news of Toriyama’s death was announced a...
- 3/11/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
“Kung Fu Panda 4” director Mike Mitchell gravitates toward villains that can “reflect the hero.” And that’s something that he leaned into with the Chameleon, a threatening two-and-a half foot shape shifter voiced by Oscar winner Viola Davis, who is the nemesis of Jack Black’s titular panda Po in the latest installment of the DreamWorks Animation franchise.
In the movie, which Universal opens in theaters this weekend, “Dragon Warrior” Po is instructed to find a successor as he moves to a new role as spiritual leader in the Valley of Peace when a formidable foe appears, threatening the village. “The Chameleon is a little character who has been underestimated and that’s similar to Po, who has been underestimated,” says Mitchell, whose directing credits include Dwa’s “Trolls” and “Shrek Forever After.” “Who would think that a roly poly panda could ever become a Kung Fu master?”
The...
In the movie, which Universal opens in theaters this weekend, “Dragon Warrior” Po is instructed to find a successor as he moves to a new role as spiritual leader in the Valley of Peace when a formidable foe appears, threatening the village. “The Chameleon is a little character who has been underestimated and that’s similar to Po, who has been underestimated,” says Mitchell, whose directing credits include Dwa’s “Trolls” and “Shrek Forever After.” “Who would think that a roly poly panda could ever become a Kung Fu master?”
The...
- 3/9/2024
- by Carolyn Giardina
- Variety Film + TV
It’s been nearly three months since an animated wide release hit theaters, the last being Illumination’s “Migration” over the holidays. That’s a little bit frightening, but with some expert timing “Kung Fu Panda 4” has arrived, benefitting from a lack of competition for family audiences to score some strong numbers in its debut.
Universal’s animated action comedy film kicked off to $19.4 million from 4,035 theaters across its opening day and preview screenings. That’s the strongest opening day for the series since the 2008 original nabbed $20 million on its first day, on its way to a $60.2 million total across the three-day frame. This new fourth entry won’t reach those heights, projecting an opening of $55 million, but it’ll come in ahead of the figures earned by the 2010 sequel ($47.6 million) and 2016 threequel ($41.2 million).
It’s a successful kick-off for the DreamWorks Animation feature, especially considering it only carries...
Universal’s animated action comedy film kicked off to $19.4 million from 4,035 theaters across its opening day and preview screenings. That’s the strongest opening day for the series since the 2008 original nabbed $20 million on its first day, on its way to a $60.2 million total across the three-day frame. This new fourth entry won’t reach those heights, projecting an opening of $55 million, but it’ll come in ahead of the figures earned by the 2010 sequel ($47.6 million) and 2016 threequel ($41.2 million).
It’s a successful kick-off for the DreamWorks Animation feature, especially considering it only carries...
- 3/9/2024
- by J. Kim Murphy
- Variety Film + TV
You can’t keep the Dragon Warrior down; Kung Fu Panda 4 is off to a promising start at the box office as it has grossed $3.8 million in Thursday night previews. Not bad, Po. Not bad at all.
The box office projections for Kung Fu Panda 4 are shaping up to be the second-best opening weekend of the entire franchise with $52 million. That would help it take the number one spot from Dune: Part Two, which is expected to take in $41 million. The Thursday night preview number is also the best opening for a Dreamworks Animation title since How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World, which opened to a $3 million preview take. Speaking of Dune: Part Two, the acclaimed sequel will finish the week with a domestic take of $111 million, putting it over the first movie’s entire domestic run of $108.8 million.
Related Awesome Art We’ve Found Around The Net: Dragon Ball,...
The box office projections for Kung Fu Panda 4 are shaping up to be the second-best opening weekend of the entire franchise with $52 million. That would help it take the number one spot from Dune: Part Two, which is expected to take in $41 million. The Thursday night preview number is also the best opening for a Dreamworks Animation title since How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World, which opened to a $3 million preview take. Speaking of Dune: Part Two, the acclaimed sequel will finish the week with a domestic take of $111 million, putting it over the first movie’s entire domestic run of $108.8 million.
Related Awesome Art We’ve Found Around The Net: Dragon Ball,...
- 3/8/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Recent animated movies like “Trolls Band Together” can offer some hints as to when “Kung Fu Panda 4” will be available to stream.
Get ready to feel the thunder, “Kung Fu Panda” fans! The newest sequel in the franchise, titled simply “Kung Fu Panda 4” is officially coming to theaters on Friday, March 8, giving fans of the movie series another chance to see their favorite hero in action!
“Kung Fu Panda 4” stars Jack Black, and has received generally favorable reviews from critics. The movie will stream on Peacock first when it leaves theaters and PVOD platforms, then head to Netflix. Judging from the length of time other Universal animated films have taken to hit streaming lately, “Kung Fu Panda 4” might take a while to reach Peacock. Sign Up $5.99+ / month peacocktv.com
“Kung Fu Panda 4” features Po at a crossroads. He wants to take over as spiritual leader in the Valley of Peace,...
Get ready to feel the thunder, “Kung Fu Panda” fans! The newest sequel in the franchise, titled simply “Kung Fu Panda 4” is officially coming to theaters on Friday, March 8, giving fans of the movie series another chance to see their favorite hero in action!
“Kung Fu Panda 4” stars Jack Black, and has received generally favorable reviews from critics. The movie will stream on Peacock first when it leaves theaters and PVOD platforms, then head to Netflix. Judging from the length of time other Universal animated films have taken to hit streaming lately, “Kung Fu Panda 4” might take a while to reach Peacock. Sign Up $5.99+ / month peacocktv.com
“Kung Fu Panda 4” features Po at a crossroads. He wants to take over as spiritual leader in the Valley of Peace,...
- 3/8/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Jack Black does comedy like few other actors can, both onscreen and offscreen. His latest stint comes by way of his universally acclaimed portrayal of Bowser in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which starred Anya-Taylor Joy and Chris Pratt.
Jack Black as Bowser singing Peaches
‘Peaches‘ is one of the songs that Bowser sings for Peaches, whom he kidnaps, prompting Mario to rescue her again and again in Mario’s story. However, despite being widely well-received by fans of the film, the actor, and the character, the song failed to secure a nomination at the Academy Awards, much to the actor’s hilarious charging. Not only did this get a reaction from Black, but he also used this to discuss his ideas for a possible Super Mario Bros. sequel.
“Bowser’s Revenge” would be against the Academy
Jack Black voicing Bowser in a still from The Super Mario Bros Movie
Jack Black,...
Jack Black as Bowser singing Peaches
‘Peaches‘ is one of the songs that Bowser sings for Peaches, whom he kidnaps, prompting Mario to rescue her again and again in Mario’s story. However, despite being widely well-received by fans of the film, the actor, and the character, the song failed to secure a nomination at the Academy Awards, much to the actor’s hilarious charging. Not only did this get a reaction from Black, but he also used this to discuss his ideas for a possible Super Mario Bros. sequel.
“Bowser’s Revenge” would be against the Academy
Jack Black voicing Bowser in a still from The Super Mario Bros Movie
Jack Black,...
- 3/8/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
This is upsetting, especially to manga fans. The anime and manga communities are shocked to learn of Akira Toriyama’s death at the age of 68. According to a report released by Bird Studio on March 8, he passed away on March 1st due to an acute subdural hematoma.
Indeed, an enduring legacy was left by the renowned manga creator of Dr. Slump, who went on to create Dragon Ball, one of his masterpieces. Those closest to him, including Eiichiro Oda and Masashi Kishimoto, are understandably devastated by the loss of such an inspiration. Both have issued heartfelt tributes in response to the news of Toriyama’s death.
Akira Toriyama (credits: YouTube)
Toriyama’s impact on the anime world is immeasurable, and his absence will be felt deeply by the manga community. The late Japanese manga artist was additionally recognized for his contributions to extremely popular video games, such as the Dragon Quest series,...
Indeed, an enduring legacy was left by the renowned manga creator of Dr. Slump, who went on to create Dragon Ball, one of his masterpieces. Those closest to him, including Eiichiro Oda and Masashi Kishimoto, are understandably devastated by the loss of such an inspiration. Both have issued heartfelt tributes in response to the news of Toriyama’s death.
Akira Toriyama (credits: YouTube)
Toriyama’s impact on the anime world is immeasurable, and his absence will be felt deeply by the manga community. The late Japanese manga artist was additionally recognized for his contributions to extremely popular video games, such as the Dragon Quest series,...
- 3/8/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Plot: Po (Jack Black) is ordered by Master Shifu (Dustin Hoffman) to train a new “Chosen One” so that he can take on a new role as Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace.
Review: Kung Fu Panda 4 is pretty standard fare for a new movie in a franchise that’s gone inactive. Watching Kung Fu Panda 4, I couldn’t help but think of Cars 3 or Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol, which were both “passing the torch” sequels that didn’t really work out that way. Cars 3 all but ended the franchise; while Ghost Protocol was so badass, people fell in love with Tom Cruise all over again, making the notion of him passing on his franchise to a would-be-successor (in that case Jeremy Renner) ludicrous. All that is to say Kung Fu Panda 4 does the usual thing for a long-awaited sequel, with the movie designed...
Review: Kung Fu Panda 4 is pretty standard fare for a new movie in a franchise that’s gone inactive. Watching Kung Fu Panda 4, I couldn’t help but think of Cars 3 or Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol, which were both “passing the torch” sequels that didn’t really work out that way. Cars 3 all but ended the franchise; while Ghost Protocol was so badass, people fell in love with Tom Cruise all over again, making the notion of him passing on his franchise to a would-be-successor (in that case Jeremy Renner) ludicrous. All that is to say Kung Fu Panda 4 does the usual thing for a long-awaited sequel, with the movie designed...
- 3/8/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
The fourth installment of the animated martial arts movie Kung Fu Panda will be released after nearly eight years. The third installment, which was released in 2016, was long before the Covid-19 pandemic hit. The computer-animated comedy film is one of the most successful animated movie series.
That being said, Dune: Part Two‘s Sandworms have a fair amount of competition on their second outing this weekend as Kung Fu Panda 4 will be vying for the first spot at the domestic box office. Family movie lovers are not getting rid of the panda anytime soon as it has been teased that Kung Fu Panda 5 will happen.
A still from Kung Fu Panda 4 (Photo: Universal Pictures)
Kung Fu Panda 5 is Seemingly Going to Happen
The Kung Fu Panda franchise, produced by DreamWorks Animation, began in 2008. Set in a fantasy wuxia genre version of ancient China, populated by anthropomorphic animals, the franchise follows a giant panda,...
That being said, Dune: Part Two‘s Sandworms have a fair amount of competition on their second outing this weekend as Kung Fu Panda 4 will be vying for the first spot at the domestic box office. Family movie lovers are not getting rid of the panda anytime soon as it has been teased that Kung Fu Panda 5 will happen.
A still from Kung Fu Panda 4 (Photo: Universal Pictures)
Kung Fu Panda 5 is Seemingly Going to Happen
The Kung Fu Panda franchise, produced by DreamWorks Animation, began in 2008. Set in a fantasy wuxia genre version of ancient China, populated by anthropomorphic animals, the franchise follows a giant panda,...
- 3/8/2024
- by Ankita
- FandomWire
Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball series has been a massive hit ever since it came out in 1986. When the series was first released, it received immense appreciation from the viewers, featuring our beloved protagonist, a young Son-Goku, going on new adventures and making new friends. During its dominating run, the series expanded by showcasing new adventures and introducing intriguing characters to expand the franchise’s lifespan.
Akira Toriyama
Naturally, Toriyama became one of the most influential mangaka creators, and his Dragon Ball series became exceptionally popular and even dominated the newest anime hits. With an estimated sale of 300 million, the artist’s shonen anime remains evergreen, whilst it made him the 3rd richest mangaka artist in the anime and mangaka industry. Sadly, the artist died at the age of 68 from an acute subdural hematoma.
Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball Franchise Made Him The 3rd Richest Mangaka Artist
Initially released in...
Akira Toriyama
Naturally, Toriyama became one of the most influential mangaka creators, and his Dragon Ball series became exceptionally popular and even dominated the newest anime hits. With an estimated sale of 300 million, the artist’s shonen anime remains evergreen, whilst it made him the 3rd richest mangaka artist in the anime and mangaka industry. Sadly, the artist died at the age of 68 from an acute subdural hematoma.
Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball Franchise Made Him The 3rd Richest Mangaka Artist
Initially released in...
- 3/8/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
The late Manga creator Akira Toriyama was unhappy with Hollywood after the industry ruined the loosely based live-action adaptation of his most famous work, Dragon Ball. It was Toriyama’s work that made the anime genre popular in the West. Toriyama, like any other Dragon Ball fan, had criticized the 2009 film starring Justin Chatwin and Emmy Rossum, Dragon Ball: Evolution.
Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball Z series
Toriyama passed away on March 1, 2024, due to acute subdural hematoma. In a statement released by Bird Studio, the studio that he founded, they expressed their gratitude to fans who supported his work for over 45 years. They also revealed that the creator was in the middle of several works at the time of his passing.
Late Akira Toriyama Had Strong Feelings About The Dragon Ball Live-Action Adaptation
Dragon Ball: Evolution (2009)
Fans hardly remember Justin Chatwin‘s stint as Goku in the poorly-made adaptation of Akira Toriyama‘s anime series,...
Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball Z series
Toriyama passed away on March 1, 2024, due to acute subdural hematoma. In a statement released by Bird Studio, the studio that he founded, they expressed their gratitude to fans who supported his work for over 45 years. They also revealed that the creator was in the middle of several works at the time of his passing.
Late Akira Toriyama Had Strong Feelings About The Dragon Ball Live-Action Adaptation
Dragon Ball: Evolution (2009)
Fans hardly remember Justin Chatwin‘s stint as Goku in the poorly-made adaptation of Akira Toriyama‘s anime series,...
- 3/8/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
The renowned manga author of Dragon Ball, Dr. Slump and numerous more works, Akira Toriyama, passed away at the age of 68. The official X (Formerly Twitter) account for Dragon Ball has released an official statement. It would be impossible to overestimate Toriyama’s impact on the anime medium given how many stories his universes helped create about the Z-Fighters and the anime genre as a whole.
Akira Toriyama
The adored manga author has left behind an unquestionably established legacy and will be sorely mourned by his family, friends, and admirers everywhere. His work created the path for the anime world, and it led the industry to the global getway. Even people who don’t know about the anime industry know about Dragon Ball.
The mangaka was a big influence on not only Dragon Ball fans but many other manga creators like Eiichiro Oda, the creator of One Piece, and Masashi Kishimoto,...
Akira Toriyama
The adored manga author has left behind an unquestionably established legacy and will be sorely mourned by his family, friends, and admirers everywhere. His work created the path for the anime world, and it led the industry to the global getway. Even people who don’t know about the anime industry know about Dragon Ball.
The mangaka was a big influence on not only Dragon Ball fans but many other manga creators like Eiichiro Oda, the creator of One Piece, and Masashi Kishimoto,...
- 3/8/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Image via Dragon Ball Official Twitter Today, the official Dragon Ball website announced the passing of legendary manga creator Akira Toriyama, known worldwide for bringing fans the masterpieces of Dragon Ball , Dr. Slump and more. He was 68 years old. A transcript of the statement posted on the Dragon Ball Official Website follows: "Dear Friends and Partners, We are deeply saddened to inform you that Manga creator Akira Toriyama passed away on March 1st due to acute subdural hematoma. He was in age of 68. It's our deep regret that he still had several works in the middle of creation with great enthusiasm. Also, he would have many more things to achieve. However, he has left many manga titles and works of art to this world. Thanks to the support of so many people around the world, he has been able to continue his creative activities for over 45 years. We hope that...
- 3/8/2024
- by Daryl Harding
- Crunchyroll
Akira Toriyama, the highly influential Japanese manga artist who created the medium-defining franchise “Dragon Ball” in the 1980’s and shepherded its growth as it became a global phenomenon, died March 1 due to an acute subdural hematoma. He was 68.
Toriyama’s death was confirmed by the official “Dragon Ball” website, which posted a statement honoring the creator on Thursday evening.
“It’s our deep regret that he still had several works in the middle of creation with great enthusiasm. Also, he would have many more things to achieve,” reads the statement from Bird Studio, which includes the disclaimer that it has been machine-translated. “He has left many manga titles and works of art to this world. Thanks to the support of so many people around the world, he has been able to continue his creative activities for over 45 years. We hope that Akira Toriyama’s unique world of creation continues to...
Toriyama’s death was confirmed by the official “Dragon Ball” website, which posted a statement honoring the creator on Thursday evening.
“It’s our deep regret that he still had several works in the middle of creation with great enthusiasm. Also, he would have many more things to achieve,” reads the statement from Bird Studio, which includes the disclaimer that it has been machine-translated. “He has left many manga titles and works of art to this world. Thanks to the support of so many people around the world, he has been able to continue his creative activities for over 45 years. We hope that Akira Toriyama’s unique world of creation continues to...
- 3/8/2024
- by J. Kim Murphy
- Variety Film + TV
Akira Toriyama, the Japanese manga artist who created the incredibly popular Dragon Ball and Dr. Slump series, has died. He was 68.
Toriyama died March 1 from an acute subdural hematoma, the official Dragon Ball website revealed Friday, adding that his funeral was already held by close relatives. “He has left many manga titles and works of art to this world. Thanks to the support of so many people around the world, he has been able to continue his creative activities for over 45 years,” a statement on the website said.
The statement continued, “We hope that the world of Akira Toriyama’s unique works will continue to be loved by everyone for a long time to come.”
One of Japan’s best-known and most-loved manga creators, Toriyama is indelibly linked with Dragon Ball, a series he created, wrote and illustrated that was first serialized in 1984. The martial arts-heavy series, which gave the world characters like Goku,...
Toriyama died March 1 from an acute subdural hematoma, the official Dragon Ball website revealed Friday, adding that his funeral was already held by close relatives. “He has left many manga titles and works of art to this world. Thanks to the support of so many people around the world, he has been able to continue his creative activities for over 45 years,” a statement on the website said.
The statement continued, “We hope that the world of Akira Toriyama’s unique works will continue to be loved by everyone for a long time to come.”
One of Japan’s best-known and most-loved manga creators, Toriyama is indelibly linked with Dragon Ball, a series he created, wrote and illustrated that was first serialized in 1984. The martial arts-heavy series, which gave the world characters like Goku,...
- 3/8/2024
- by Abid Rahman
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Kung Fu Panda 4‘s limited premiere took place at The Grove in Los Angeles on March 3, where the cast and crew of the film made an appearance to promote the film. The two directors of the film, Mike Mitchell and Stephanie Ma-Stine, exuded confidence in their new film. Ma-Stine even went on to suggest that Po’s story will not end with the fourth film, hinting at the possibility of Kung Fu Panda 5. Fans have one valid condition before they root for the fifth film in the franchise.
Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024)
Some fans on social media were highly skeptical about the idea of a fifth film. But many were willing to watch more Kung Fu Panda projects as long as the franchise kept the quality of the previous films and cared for the characters.
Fans Have One Condition Upon Which Kung Fu Panda 5 Can Happen
Kung Fu Panda...
Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024)
Some fans on social media were highly skeptical about the idea of a fifth film. But many were willing to watch more Kung Fu Panda projects as long as the franchise kept the quality of the previous films and cared for the characters.
Fans Have One Condition Upon Which Kung Fu Panda 5 Can Happen
Kung Fu Panda...
- 3/7/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Po (Jack Black), the sad-clown-eyed, dude-speaking, dumpling-loving, dumpling-shaped whirling dervish of the “Kung Fu Panda” films, has a word to describe his favorite martial-arts move. More than that, it describes the exalted state inside him as he executes it. The word is “skadoosh.” Early on in “Kung Fu Panda 4,” Po is in the middle of a combat training moment when he asks, “Where’s the skadoosh?” It’s a meaningful question, because what he’s really saying is: You can fight all you want, but without the skadoosh, what’s the point?
Watching “Kung Fu Panda 4,” a sequel that’s probably going to make a Zen temple full of money, I kept thinking back to that moment. This genial fourth-chapter action fairy tale has all the things it’s supposed to have, at least according to the blockbuster animation playbook: Po kicking butt between daydreams of doughy cuisine...
Watching “Kung Fu Panda 4,” a sequel that’s probably going to make a Zen temple full of money, I kept thinking back to that moment. This genial fourth-chapter action fairy tale has all the things it’s supposed to have, at least according to the blockbuster animation playbook: Po kicking butt between daydreams of doughy cuisine...
- 3/6/2024
- by Owen Gleiberman
- Variety Film + TV
A-list actors taking on vocal work for animated films has always been an uneven trend, with the results ranging from genuine greatness to utter tedium. But while many actors who lend their voices to Pixar or DreamWorks releases often seem to just be in it for the easy paycheck, the same can’t be said of Jack Black, who seems physically incapable of not giving 100 percent in any film. As the villainous Bowser, he was the saving grace of the otherwise forgettable “Super Mario Bros. Movie,” delivering hammy line readings that chewed up and spit out that computer-generated, Nintendo-focused-grouped scenery.
In his most famous voice-acting role, as Po in Dreamworks’ “Kung Fu Panda” movie series, Black’s charm and enthusiasm elevated an entire trilogy single-handedly. From its 2008 original film to the trilogy capper in 2016, the “Kung Fu Panda” movies — set in an animal-run, wuxia-inspired ancient China, and following nerdy...
In his most famous voice-acting role, as Po in Dreamworks’ “Kung Fu Panda” movie series, Black’s charm and enthusiasm elevated an entire trilogy single-handedly. From its 2008 original film to the trilogy capper in 2016, the “Kung Fu Panda” movies — set in an animal-run, wuxia-inspired ancient China, and following nerdy...
- 3/6/2024
- by Wilson Chapman
- Indiewire
Since the original “Kung Fu Panda” debuted in 2008, Po, voiced by Jack Black, has been a very busy Dragon Warrior. There have been two sequels, 2011’s “Kung Fu Panda 2” and 2016’s “Kung Fu Panda 3,” and 123 episodes of television centered on the DreamWorks Animation franchise. That’s a lot of adventures, quests, fights, and dumplings for Po to experience over a relatively short period of time.
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- 3/6/2024
- by Gregory Ellwood
- The Playlist
Since its debut in 2008, DreamWorks’ kickass charmer Po, aka Kung Fu Panda, has racked up nearly $2 billion at the global box office over the course of three films, the most recent being eight years ago. A lot has changed in the world of animation in that time as well as in the life of Po, as witnessed by the storyline screenwriters have cooked up for this rich and energetic fourth entry into the franchise. Visually, this one tops them all, and pound for pound the whole movie from director Mike Mitchell, taking the helm of the Kfp series for the first time, is another winner bound to add to the impressive legacy of this lovable Chinese bear.
Plotwise, Po (again voiced by the inimitable Jack Black) has been content to be a successful Dragon Warrior vanquishing villains and seemingly with no further ambition. However, when Kung Fu Master Shifa (Dustin Hoffman...
Plotwise, Po (again voiced by the inimitable Jack Black) has been content to be a successful Dragon Warrior vanquishing villains and seemingly with no further ambition. However, when Kung Fu Master Shifa (Dustin Hoffman...
- 3/6/2024
- by Pete Hammond
- Deadline Film + TV
Tenacious D covered Britney Spears‘ mega-hit “…Baby One More Time” for the new movie Kung Fu Panda 4, and a social media clip of Jack Black and Kyle Gass celebrating their version of the song has gone super viral. Now, Black has a message for Spears, telling the pop superstar, “I love you [and] I love the song.”
Black has voiced the lead character Po Ping in all of the Kung Fu Panda movies, and covered “…Baby One More Time” with his Tenacious D bandmate Gass for the end credits to the new film, which hits theaters this Friday (March 8th).
“I was like, ‘Can we do Britney Spears?’ And [director Mike Mitchell] was like, ‘Yes,’” Black told reporters at the film’s premiere, according to People. “And he said that he wanted ‘…Baby One More Time’ because it’s kind of in the vein of Kung fu.”
The social media clip...
Black has voiced the lead character Po Ping in all of the Kung Fu Panda movies, and covered “…Baby One More Time” with his Tenacious D bandmate Gass for the end credits to the new film, which hits theaters this Friday (March 8th).
“I was like, ‘Can we do Britney Spears?’ And [director Mike Mitchell] was like, ‘Yes,’” Black told reporters at the film’s premiere, according to People. “And he said that he wanted ‘…Baby One More Time’ because it’s kind of in the vein of Kung fu.”
The social media clip...
- 3/6/2024
- by Spencer Kaufman
- Consequence - Music
Get ready for Kung Fu Panda 4, which is coming in just 2 days. Started back in 2008, the series explores the story of Po—a panda who learns martial arts.
Known for its humor and action, the Kfp series is a Dreamworks favorite. Now, the upcoming fourth installment continues Po’s journey as the Dragon Warrior.
A still from Kung Fu Panda
The third installment of the franchise hit theaters seven years ago and became one of the top-grossing films of 2016.
Despite its success, the crown for the most successful movie in the Kung Fu Panda series still belongs to Kung Fu Panda 2. The sequel to the first flick pulled in a staggering $665 million (via Box Office Mojo) worldwide.
But why does it stand out? Well, there’s one big reason behind its success, which led many to believe that Kung Fu Panda 2 is the best entry in the franchise so far.
Known for its humor and action, the Kfp series is a Dreamworks favorite. Now, the upcoming fourth installment continues Po’s journey as the Dragon Warrior.
A still from Kung Fu Panda
The third installment of the franchise hit theaters seven years ago and became one of the top-grossing films of 2016.
Despite its success, the crown for the most successful movie in the Kung Fu Panda series still belongs to Kung Fu Panda 2. The sequel to the first flick pulled in a staggering $665 million (via Box Office Mojo) worldwide.
But why does it stand out? Well, there’s one big reason behind its success, which led many to believe that Kung Fu Panda 2 is the best entry in the franchise so far.
- 3/6/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
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