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The latest scoop unveils the star-studded cast for the live-action rendition of Usogui manga. With numerous renowned names, fans are optimistic that this will be the standout hit of 2022.
According to information on the official website of the Usogui film, Hayato Sano and Mai Shiraishi are set to join this eagerly awaited live-action project. The series will comprise 4 episodes and will be simultaneously released on the film's premiere day, February 11, 2022.
The film features Ryusei Yokohama as the main character Baku Madarame, a gambling prodigy with the IQ of a genius. Sano plays Takaomi Kaji, a young man who transforms his debt-ridden life and becomes a prominent figure in the underworld after encountering the protagonist. Shiraishi takes on the role of Ranko Kurama, a ruthless and eccentric female leader of a yakuza clan in Japan. Previously, this manga inspired an anime adaptation in 2012, receiving significant success and audience support.
Usogui is a manga centered around the theme of gambling and the underworld. There are still gamblers risking their lives in casino games every day. To ensure the integrity of these dangerous games, a powerful organization named 'Kakerou' oversees them as a neutral party. The film will follow Baku Madarame, also known as Usogui (The Lie Eater), a crazed individual who engages in gambling challenges such as escaping an abandoned house, dealing with a former maid, and rescuing those turned into debt slaves through gambling.
With captivating talent and an existing reputation, we hope that the live-action rendition of Usogui will truly bring fantastic experiences to fans of this brand in 2022. Are you eagerly anticipating this highly awaited live-action version? Share your thoughts!
