The anime industry between September 14 and 21, 2025 has been a week of unprecedented global energy. From major theatrical premieres like Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc to the continued box office domination of Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, and from huge streaming rollouts to massive anime conventions in Japan, the US, and India, this week demonstrated once again how anime has become a worldwide cultural force.

The week was especially historic for India, where anime is no longer a niche hobby but a mainstream entertainment giant. With early-morning IMAX screenings, fan-driven conventions, multilingual dubs, and record-breaking crowds, India cemented its place as one of the fastest-growing anime markets in the world.

Here is the detailed, lengthy, and in-depth roundup of everything that happened across the globe and in India from September 14–21, 2025.

✨ Major Anime Announcements

New Manga & Series Launches
- Author Arata Shiraishi (I’m Just a Villager, So What?) revealed a brand-new manga project, sparking excitement among fantasy manga fans.
- Gege Akutami (Jujutsu Kaisen) teamed up with Yuji Iwasaki (Cipher Academy) for a short-term collaborative project—one of the most talked-about creative partnerships this week.
Blue Orchestra Season 2
- Released a new visual and locked in its premiere date: October 5, 2025.
- Fans of music anime are eagerly awaiting its return, with online communities buzzing over the new cast lineup and fresh story arcs.

🎬 Global Releases & Movie Premieres

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc
- Officially hit global theaters on September 19, becoming one of the biggest anime premieres of the year.
- Sold over 272,000 tickets on its opening day alone.
- Screenings were accompanied by special music tie-ins, merchandise launches, and red-carpet premieres in Tokyo, New York, and London.
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle
- Released internationally on September 12 and continued its record-breaking global run.
- Maintained its spot as the highest-grossing anime film across the UK, Ireland, and Southeast Asia.
- Confirmed Channing Tatum as part of its English dub cast, a surprise move that generated global buzz.
Other Releases
- 100 Meters (from the director of The Legend of Hei) impressed families with heartwarming storytelling.
- Eiga Kimi to Idol Precure brought in younger audiences across Japan and select Asian territories.
- Seven Knights Re:BIRTH launched on September 18 for PC and smartphones, blending gaming and anime fandom into a major cross-media event.

📺 Streaming Series & Ongoing Hits

Netflix September 2025 Anime Lineup

Sakamoto Days Part 2 – weekly simulcast episodes.
Pokémon Concierge Part 2 – premiered September 4.
The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity – dropped September 7.
Dan Da Dan Season 2 – wrapped its run on September 18.

Other Major Streaming Titles

One Piece: Egghead Island Arc Part 2 – continued to dominate weekly streaming charts.
Sakamoto Days – drew international attention for its dynamic action and unique storytelling.

🎤 Events, Conventions & Festivals

Kyoto International Manga & Anime Fair (KYO-MAF)
- Hosted exclusive previews, creator talks, and manga/anime showcases.
- Proved yet again why Kyoto remains a hub of anime culture.
Anime Frontier & New York Comic Con
- Crunchyroll unveiled its Fall 2025 lineup, headlined by:
  - My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON
  - To Your Eternity Season 3
  - Spy × Family Season 3
- Both events showcased the growing mainstream acceptance of anime in the US.
Tokyo & New Delhi Exhibitions
- Parallel exhibitions were held in both cities, highlighting anime’s cross-cultural commercial power.
- India’s participation showed how anime is bridging Japan and South Asia culturally.

🎨 Collaborations & Special Projects

One Piece Immersive Digital Exhibit
- Toei Animation & Mercer Labs revealed an upcoming interactive One Piece experience set to open in October 2025 in Tokyo.
- Features cutting-edge digital art, VR, and live installations.
Cross-Media Collaborations
- Seven Knights Re:BIRTH linked anime, music, and gaming into one shared fan event.
- New music projects paired artists with anime studios for global promotions.

🏆 Awards, Collections & Industry News

Land of the Lustrous won the Sense of Gender Award, reaffirming its impact in representation-focused storytelling.
Seven Seas Entertainment licensed 19 new manga/light novels during Anime NYC 2025, expanding English-language anime publishing.
Square Enix Music launched its 10,000-member campaign, signaling a renewed focus on music and anime synergy.

🔥 Hot Topics & Notifications

Jujutsu Kaisen’s new project and Dan Da Dan’s ongoing arcs were among the top trending topics worldwide.
Anti-piracy warnings were issued for Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc and Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, reflecting their massive demand across regions.

🇮🇳 India’s Anime Explosion: September 14–21 Highlights

India was at the center of anime’s global expansion this week, with groundbreaking theatrical screenings, massive conventions, and the rise of a vibrant fan community.

🎬 Blockbuster Anime Releases in India

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle
- Became a landmark theatrical event in India.
- Cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Delhi held 5:00 AM IMAX screenings—a first in Indian anime history.
- Available in Japanese, English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu dubs, ensuring accessibility for fans across regions.
- Advance bookings sold out nationwide, establishing Demon Slayer as a mainstream Indian hit.
Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc
- Confirmed for September 26 release in India.
- Special event screenings at PVR and INOX planned, with cosplay, fan events, and limited-edition merch drops.
Crayon Shin-chan: The Spicy Kasukabe Dancers
- Also releasing September 26 in India, across Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu dubs, tapping into nostalgia-driven fandom.

🎭 Conventions & Community Events

Anime India 2025 (Mumbai, Aug 22–24)
- Attracted 29,000+ fans in 3 days—India’s largest anime convention to date.
- Featured:
  - Tetsuro Araki (director of Attack on Titan)
  - Susumu Fukunaga (Pokémon Company executive)
  - Indian comedian Rohan Joshi hosting anime-themed panels.
- Exhibitions included:
  - Cosplay competitions
  - Japanese tea ceremonies
  - Painting workshops
  - Indian anime character showcases
Mela! Mela! Anime Japan!! (Delhi, Sept 13–14)
- Held at Pacific Mall, Tagore Garden.
- Brought together tens of thousands of fans.
- Focused on cultural exchange and career opportunities in Japan, blending entertainment with education.

📺 Streaming & Indian Dubs

Crunchyroll, Netflix, and Muse Asia expanded anime in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Bengali.
Titles included One Piece, Dan Da Dan, and Pokémon.
Conventions also hosted special screenings of Indian-dubbed episodes ahead of global release dates.

📢 Industry Partnerships & Local Growth

Pokémon Company and Toei Animation executives emphasized direct engagement with Indian fans, promising more local projects.
Indian publishers secured new manga licensing deals, creating multi-language releases for the Indian subcontinent.
Regional influencers like Sasta Otaku led fandom campaigns, fueling anime-themed pop-up events and watch parties across metro cities.

💬 The Social Media Pulse

Platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and X (Twitter) were buzzing with:
- Cosplay reels
- Fan reviews of Demon Slayer screenings
- Merch unboxing videos
- Telugu and Bengali dub reactions
- Anime ticket hunt livestreams

This unprecedented online wave marked a turning point for Indian anime fandom, where fans are no longer just consumers but active contributors to the global anime community.

🎯 Conclusion

Between September 14–21, 2025, anime proved its unstoppable global momentum. From Japan to India, the US to Europe, the industry thrived through box office triumphs, streaming dominance, fan conventions, and cross-media collaborations.

But perhaps the biggest story was India’s rise as an anime superpower. With packed theaters, multilingual dubs, and conventions rivaling Japan’s own events, the country is shaping up to be one of the most influential anime markets of the next decade.

Anime has officially become a universal cultural phenomenon—and every week, the wave only grows stronger.