A Comprehensive Breakdown of Announcements, Manga Updates, Industry Shifts, Events, India-Specific Highlights & Home Video Releases

Anime never sleeps—and this past month proves it. November 2025 delivered a massive wave of announcements, manga milestones, home video releases, new anime studio launches, fan events across the world, and major updates in India’s rapidly growing anime scene. Many of these developments signal major shifts in the industry heading into 2026, from high-profile piracy crackdowns to new animation projects from legendary creators.

1. Major Anime Announcements & Staff Reveals

Fist of the North Star: Elegy of Ken-Oh's Army Grunts

One of the biggest classic-shōnen revivals finally enters the spotlight. The new anime titled Fist of the North Star: Elegy of Ken-Oh's Army Grunts has officially revealed its staff lineup and locked in a January 5, 2026 premiere date.

The series dives into the tragic, chaotic lives of the armies who served under the legendary Raoh (Ken-Oh), giving fans a darker, ground-level look at the world of Hokuto Shinken. With fresh animation talent and a veteran production environment, expectations are sky-high.

2. Major New Anime Project Announcements

Toho Announces a New Godzilla Anime Series

Godzilla returns—again. Toho officially revealed a brand-new Godzilla anime series, continuing the global resurgence of kaiju media. Details remain limited, but early teasers emphasize a darker, more sci-fi-toned direction, hinting at a return to existential storytelling similar to Shin Godzilla.

This announcement alone electrified fans worldwide, marking Godzilla’s strongest anime presence in years.

3. New Anime Studio Launches

CyberAgent Launches Studio Kurm

A major shakeup in the industry came with CyberAgent announcing Studio Kurm, led by the acclaimed Maiko Okada, producer of Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress.
The studio aims to specialize in:

High-quality original anime
Ambitious adaptations
Director-driven projects

Adding even more excitement, Yoshimichi Kameda, known for his explosive work on Mob Psycho 100, will join in 2026. This signals a new creative powerhouse entering the market.

4. Manga Milestones, Endings & Returns

**Yellow Tanabe Resumes Kai-hen Wizards (November 26)**

After a period of hiatus, legendary author Yellow Tanabe officially returned with new chapters of Kai-hen Wizards on November 26, delighting fans who’ve been waiting for years.

The Great Jahy Will Not Be Defeated! Ends with Volume 13

After years of humorous chaos, the popular manga The Great Jahy Will Not Be Defeated! concluded at Volume 13, closing the curtain on one of the most charming comedy-fantasy series of the era.

5. Upcoming Anime Projects for 2026

Several new titles were revealed for the 2026 slate:

Ghost Concert: Missing Songs
Tetsuryo! Meet with Tetsudou Musume
High School! Kimengumi (New TV Adaptation)

These announcements show that 2026 is shaping up to be an extremely busy year for anime fans.

6. Events, Collaborations & Fan Experiences

Gintama Class 3-Z Ginpachi-sensei × Namjatown

Running until November 30 in Tokyo, this collaboration event featured:

Mini-games
Exclusive merch
Limited-edition themed food
Photo zones
Schoolroom-themed attractions

Gintama fans love chaos, and Namjatown delivered.

Anime Manga Explosion – Sound Production Special (November 30)

The show aired an in-depth special exploring:

Modern anime sound design
Foley creation
Voice acting workflows
Music composition techniques

It gives rare insight into how anime studios craft the sounds fans take for granted.

Crunchyroll × AnimeJapan – New Creator Awards

To support young anime creators, Crunchyroll partnered with AnimeJapan to launch New Creator Awards, which provide:

Cash prizes
Industry mentorship
Global streaming spotlight on award-winning short films
Pathways for young Japanese animators to join major studios

This is one of the biggest long-term creator-support initiatives in recent years.

7. Game × Anime Collaborations

Solo Leveling: Arise × Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End

The hit game Solo Leveling: Arise launched an unexpected crossover with Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End.
Features include:

Frieren-themed dungeon events
Exclusive character skins
Co-op boss raids
Lore-based missions

This collaboration became a massive hit in Japan, Korea, and India.

8. Collectibles, Figures & High-End Statues

Evangelion Collectibles Revealed at NEXT LEVEL SHOWCASE XV

Prime 1 Studio revealed:

Ultimate Diorama Masterline – Evangelion Mark.06
1/4 Kaworu Nagisa Statue (¥109,890)
- Shipping expected between 2026–2027

Evangelion collectors consider this one of the top announcements of the year.

9. Home Video Releases & Schedules (US & Global)

November 2025 was packed with Blu-ray and steelbook releases:

US Releases

Arifureta Season 3 Blu-ray – November 11
Akiba Maid War Steelbook – November 18
Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest Steelbook – November 25

Crunchyroll also announced its December 2025 home entertainment lineup, aligning with Fall streaming updates.

Anime fans who still collect physical media celebrated these premium steelbooks, especially for Fairy Tail fans eager to keep their shelf uniform.

10. Industry Shifts, Shutdowns & Publication Delays

Manga Planet Shutting Down Digital Service (March 31, 2026)

Due to rising global payment processing issues, Manga Planet will discontinue its digital platform, shifting to print-only under:

Manga Planet
futekiya

This marks the end of an era for some indie manga digital distribution.

Dragon Ball: 42-Volume Double-Cover Box Set Delayed

Originally planned for February 4, 2026, the new release date is April 3, 2026.

Why this set is a big deal:

42 complete volumes
Double-cover model
Cover contributions by Eiichiro Oda, Tite Kubo, and other manga legends

Collectors see this as a once-in-a-generation release.

11. Anime Piracy Crackdowns – A Turning Point

This month delivered some of the biggest anti-piracy operations in anime history.

MPA Targets 40+ Anime Piracy Sites

The Motion Picture Association issued subpoenas against:

HiAnime
AnimeKai
Several .to domains
Dozens of high-traffic streaming portals

Key info:
HiAnime had more monthly visits than Disney+ and Crunchyroll combined.

Shueisha Wins US Court Case Against Mangajikan

Shueisha forced Cloudflare to reveal operator details.
Mangajikan (185 million monthly users) immediately went offline.

This set a legal precedent affecting hundreds of future cases.

Webtoon Piracy in Korea Surges

Reports reveal:

393,000 takedown requests in 2024
Only 8.8% success rate
Webtoon piracy now competitive with anime piracy traffic

Publishers are pushing for stronger laws in 2026.

12. Awards & Artistic Milestones

Witch Hat Atelier Wins Best Manga at Harvey Awards

Kamome Shirahama’s masterpiece continues to dominate global recognition, strengthening its case for a high-budget anime adaptation.

13. Returning Anime Announcements

The month delivered a wave of sequel confirmations:

Hikaru ga Shinda Natsu (The Summer Hikaru Died) – Season 2
Hotel Inhumans – Season 2
Witch Watch – Season 2
Re:Monster – Season 2
Yaiba – New season
The 100 Girlfriends Who Really Really Really Really Really Love You – Season 3 (2026)
Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus – New movie sequel (2026)

14. Creator Updates & Community Reactions

Yuri on Ice: Ice Adolescence – Officially Cancelled

The long-delayed project was cancelled due to creative disagreements, not budget.
Fans responded with a mix of disappointment and relief, given years of uncertainty.

Yoshihiro Togashi Shares New Killua Sketch

Despite health issues and hiatus, Togashi posted a new illustration of Killua, giving Hunter x Hunter fans a rare lifeline of hope.

Alice in Borderland Season 3 Hits Global Netflix Top 10

All seasons re-entered global charts, proving the franchise’s international power.

15. India-Specific Anime News & Regional Dubs

India witnessed explosive anime growth during this period, thanks to regional dubbing efforts, Comic Con expansions, and major accessibility updates. With millions of new viewers entering the fandom, 2025 is shaping up to be India’s anime golden age.

Crunchyroll India – Regional Dub Wave

Crunchyroll launched one of its biggest India-focused dubbing slates to date. Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil dubs were pushed aggressively into the Fall 2025 schedule.

Major Fall 2025 India Dubs:

My Hero Academia Final Season – Hindi (from October 4)
Spy x Family Season 3 – Hindi, Tamil, Telugu
To Your Eternity Season 3 – Hindi
My Hero Academia Season 7 (October 4) – Hindi
Mechanical Marie – Hindi, Tamil, Telugu
May I Ask for One Final Thing? – Hindi
A Wild Last Boss Appeared – Hindi, Tamil, Telugu (Sept 27)
My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s – Hindi
Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider – Hindi (Oct 4)
Let’s Play – Hindi (Oct 1)

Streaming continued seamlessly into November.

Crunchyroll’s strategy is clear: localize everything and dominate the market.

Ongoing Crunchyroll India Streaming Carryovers

Carried from Summer into Fall 2025:

One Piece (continuous simulcast)
Solo Camping for Two
Tougen Anki
Lord of Mysteries (ended September)
Dandadan Season 2 (ended September)

These series influenced viewership spikes through October and November, particularly in rural and tier-2 cities where Crunchyroll subscriptions have been growing.

Sony YAY × Crunchyroll – New TV Anime Block (2025-26)

On November 27, Sony YAY released its full 2025 anime TV block in partnership with Crunchyroll.

Telecast Includes:

Naruto – Hindi
Jujutsu Kaisen – Hindi
Demon Slayer (select arcs)
Family-friendly anime handpicked for Indian TV

This collaboration aims to bring safe-for-TV anime to kids and teens, expanding the fandom outside of streaming platforms.

16. Hindi Dubbed Anime Announcements (Indian YouTube Community)

YouTube channels such as Gambare Sensei revealed over 30+ upcoming Hindi dubs coming to Crunchyroll, Muse India, and MX Player.

Highlights:

High Q Demon Buster Battle Movie – Hindi
One for All vs. All Might Fight (MHA) – Hindi release
Classroom of the Elite Season 2 – MX Player (Oct 20)
Mechanical Marie – Hindi/Tamil/Telugu
A Wild Last Boss Appeared! – Hindi/Tamil/Telugu
May I Ask for One Final Thing? – Hindi
Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider – Hindi

India continues to be a priority market for global anime distributors.

17. Comic Con India – Anime Boom in Tier-2 Cities

Hyderabad Comic Con 2025 – Anime Invasion

Held in early November, Hyderabad Comic Con saw:

Massive anime cosplay turnout
Dedicated anime fan panels
Gaming tournaments
Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man, Gundam, and Demon Slayer-themed booths
Merchandise stalls selling imported anime goods

The event cemented Hyderabad as a top anime hub outside Mumbai & Delhi.

Guwahati Comic Con – Northeast India’s First Ever Edition (Nov 22–23)

This was one of the biggest moments for Indian anime fans this year.
Guwahati debuted its first-ever Comic Con, marking the expansion of pop culture events into the Northeast.

Event Highlights:

Gundam cosplay showcases
Artist alleys with anime paintings
Japanese snack booths
Panels on anime dubbing and local creators
Gaming arenas
Heavy otaku turnout from Assam, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Sikkim

Organizers praised Guwahati’s growth, citing Agoda’s ranking of the city as India’s fastest-growing travel destination.

The success of this event means more Comic Cons will reach new regions in 2026.

18. Broader India-Relevant Streaming & Release News

Crunchyroll Cuts Annual Fees in India

In one of the most celebrated moves this year, Crunchyroll reduced subscription prices in India.

This made Fall 2025 premieres like:

One Punch Man Season 3
Spy x Family
Solo Leveling
Dandadan
The Elusive Samurai

more accessible to Indian viewers.

AnimeSchedule.net Coverage

Major November streams influencing Indian viewers included:

A Gatherer’s Adventure in Isekai – English dub
September finale carry-overs
New Fall 2025 isekai titles

Regional fandoms followed these releases heavily.

Indian Anime News Outlets

Websites like:

GamerValley India
Anime Senpai India
OtakuKart India

covered:

Crunchyroll’s AnimeJapan Creator Awards partnership
Local dubbing updates
Comic Con expansions
Crossover collaborations

The coverage further legitimized anime journalism in India.

19. Tier-2 City Anime Culture Explosion

One of the biggest takeaways of 2025:

Anime fandom is no longer limited to metro cities.

Cities like:

Guwahati
Vijayawada
Coimbatore
Lucknow
Indore
Thiruvananthapuram

reported record attendance at anime meetups, screenings, and merchandise pop-ups.

Creators from Crunchyroll and Comic Con India stated:

“India’s next wave of anime creators and fans are coming not from metros, but from tier-2 and tier-3 cities.”

This cultural shift is expected to shape the Indian anime market dramatically in 2026.

20. India’s Community Buzz & Social Media Trends

21. Anime Events, Releases & Fan Interest Influencing November Traffic

The most impactful titles in India during this period:

Top Trending Anime in India (November 2025):

My Hero Academia Final Season
Spy x Family Season 3
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End
Solo Leveling: Arise crossover content
One Piece (ongoing)
Jujutsu Kaisen
Dandadan Season 2 (post-finale interest)
A Wild Last Boss Appeared (Hindi/Tamil/Telugu boost)
Lord of Mysteries
Yaiba (new season hype)

Anime content creators on YouTube and Instagram saw major traffic spikes from these releases.

22. Final Section — What This Month Means for Anime (Global + India)

November 2025 marks one of the most important periods in modern anime history due to:

Global Level

Massive new anime announcements
New studios launching
High-profile piracy crackdowns
Investment in next-gen creators
New Godzilla anime
Revival of classic franchises
Collectibles industry growth

India Level

Regional dubs transforming accessibility
Cheaper subscription pricing
Comic Con expansions into new cities
Growing anime presence on Indian television
Explosive Tier-2 city fandom growth
Collaboration between streaming platforms & pop culture conventions

Anime is now mainstream in India—not a niche.

And globally, the industry is evolving faster than ever, with more creators, more original productions, and more global collaborations.

Conclusion

Anime in 2025-26 is entering a new era. Between high-profile new series like Fist of the North Star: Elegy of Ken-Oh’s Army Grunts and the announcement of a new Godzilla anime, to India’s booming anime scene marked by regional dubs and Comic Con growth, the future of anime looks brighter than ever. With studios expanding, creators receiving global support, and fans finding easier access to their favorite titles, 2026 is shaping up to become one of the most exciting years for anime fans worldwide.

Weekly Anime News (Part – 38): New Anime Announcements, Manga Returns, India Dub Surge, Studio Launches & November 2025 Industry Buzz – Anime Lore Hub