Sakurazaka46's Karin Fujiyoshi Joins Odoru Daisousasen N.E.W. Cast
Fujiyoshi's casting brings a younger-generation face to the franchise's latest installment, which aims to balance its established legacy with contemporary themes.
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Sakurazaka46 member Karin Fujiyoshi has joined the cast of the upcoming film Odoru Daisousasen N.E.W.: Metropolis o Kakenukero! as mysterious high school student Kiiko Murashita. Fujiyoshi, who made her film debut in 2024, shared her excitement about joining the long-running series and described the set as a warm, supportive environment.
Sakurazaka46 member Karin Fujiyoshi has been cast in the upcoming film Odoru Daisousasen N.E.W.: Metropolis o Kakenukero!, set for release on September 18. Fujiyoshi plays Kiiko Murashita, a mysterious high school student whose role details remain under wraps. The film is the latest entry in the long-running Odoru Daisousasen series, which follows detective Aoshima, played by Yuji Oda, in a new story set in modern Tokyo.
Fujiyoshi, who made her film debut in 2024 with Shinmai Kisha Trocco: Watashi ga Yaraneba Dare ga Yaru!, said she was surprised and excited to join a series she had watched since childhood. She described the set as calm and warm, with director Katsuyuki Motohiro, Oda, and the cast and crew offering constant support. She also noted that the new film portrays real emotions and struggles of the younger generation living today.
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