The upcoming musical anime film, “Toritsukare Otoko” (Obsessed Man), has offered fans a deeper look into its enchanting world with the release of a new “music trailer,” revealing additional cast members and emphasizing the film’s significant musical component. The highly anticipated movie is set to premiere in Japanese theaters on November 7, 2025.
The film, an adaptation of Shinji Ishii’s 2001 novel, centers on Giuseppe, a man known for his intense fixations, and his burgeoning love for a balloon seller named Pechka.
New Voices Join the “Toritsukare Otoko” Ensemble
While Masaya Sano of the idol group Ae! and Moka Kamishiraishi were previously announced as the lead voices for Giuseppe and Pechka, respectively, the latest trailer has confirmed several additional cast members.
The newly unveiled voices include:
- Hayato Kakizawa as Cielo
- Takahiro Yamamoto as Boss Twist
- Shinji Kawada as Boss Salsa
- Nana Mizuki as Pechka’s mother
- Toshiyuki Morikawa as Dadan
These additions round out the cast, promising a rich vocal performance to accompany the film’s narrative.
“Fanfare ~Koi ni Ukarete~” Leads the Film’s Musical Journey
Music is a central element of “Toritsukare Otoko,” with atagi from the band Awesome City Club composing five songs and contributing to the film’s background score, marking his first time composing for an anime film. The new “music trailer” prominently features the song “Fanfare ~Koi ni Ukarete~” (Fanfare ~Giddy in Love~ or ~Falling in Love~), performed by the lead voice actors, Masaya Sano and Moka Kamishiraishi. Both Sano and Kamishiraishi will lend their singing talents to the film’s soundtrack.
The trailer itself provides new footage and snippets of spoken dialogue, giving audiences a taste of the chemistry between the characters and the film’s overall tone.
Production Details and Theatrical Release
Directed by Wataru Takahashi, known for his work on several Crayon Shin-chan films, and with a script penned by Naoyuki Miura, “Toritsukare Otoko” is produced by Shin-Ei Animation. Masatsugu Arakawa is responsible for the character designs, bringing Shinji Ishii’s beloved novel characters to life. Bandai Namco Filmworks is handling the distribution of the movie.
The story delves into Giuseppe’s journey as he becomes completely absorbed by his love for Pechka, a balloon seller burdened by a quiet sadness. With the help of his rat companion, Cielo, Giuseppe utilizes his peculiar skills to try and ease her worries. The film promises to blend surreal elements with heartfelt emotion, aiming to capture the essence of the original novel. Anime enthusiasts can mark their calendars for November 7, 2025, when “Toritsukare Otoko” opens in Japanese cinemas.
