Briefly about Oshi no Ko Manga.
This manga is about showbiz personalities. In general, the whole prologue is written in a dramatic way. The 2 main lines that were told in it are: the drama (and even tragedy) of an idol who wanted to love; the backstage of show business and its cruel laws. The difficult moments and scenes are diluted with numerous comic insertions (mostly through the antics of the twin children). Therefore, the drama does not seem overly heavy-handed and depressing. Although there are moments when it is simply impossible to hold back the tears.
The presentation of the plot is very, very non-linear. Sometimes the narration goes in the present tense, then suddenly there are flashbacks, then the interview with the direct participants of the drama, which is filmed 15-20 years after the events of the prologue, “turns on”. But there is no confusion; the course of events is clear.
The characters are shown “alive”, with the pros and cons of ordinary people. The pace of the story is optimal. No “water”, but also not “a gallop through Europe. The tension gently builds and then drops; the silence is suddenly replaced by sharp turns. The authors know how to grab the reader’s attention and keep it to the end.
The main part will tell already about the life of the twins, who have picked up the baton from their mother-idol in the matter of her life. And in general, after the prologue, the impression remains that this manga, illuminating the life of the “star kids”, will not be a light romantic read in rose-colored tones, not a motley comedy show, but a rather dark shade, a sharp-scene, almost thriller, work.
The story begins with a beautiful girl, her perfectly fake smile, and the people who love her selfishly for it. What transpires behind the scenes of the glittering showbiz industry? How far would you go for the sake of your beloved idol? But, what would you do if you found out reincarnation was real? So, the star of the show is Aquamarine Hoshino and the stage is but a mere façade. Will he manage to reach the climax before the world of glamour swallows him whole?Note: Was nominated for the 26th Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize in 2022.
