[DMMTV PR Office] Masakazu Katsura’s masterpiece “Wingman” will be made into a live-action drama! Starring: Maito Fujioka ×
The heroine Konatsu Kato has been chosen! Director, opening theme also released! Advance distribution of the first episode starts on Wednesday, October 16th on DMM TV!
*DMMTV PR Office*
Press release: September 10, 2024
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Masakazu Katsura’s masterpiece “Wingman” will be made into a live-action drama! Starring Maito Fujioka and heroine Konatsu Kato have been decided! Director, opening theme also released! DMM Advance distribution of the first episode will start on TV from Wednesday, October 16th!
*Broadcast starts on October 22nd! Every Tuesday from 24:30~* Maito Fujioka & Konatsu Kato
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The original work is by manga artist * Masakazu Katsura * known for “Film Girl” and “I”s”
This is his serial debut work, and is a masterpiece that was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump (Shueisha) from 1983 to 1985. The style, which was heavily influenced by the special effects heroes of the 1980s, has gained popularity among both men and women, and has continued to fascinate in various genres such as animation and games. And this time, to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the masterpiece “Wingman” that revolutionized Weekly Shonen Jump in the 1980s, we will welcome a popular cast and powerful staff to make it into a
long-awaited live-action drama! We will deliver “Wingman” to a wide range of viewers as a drama filled with attractive elements and dynamic characters with unique personalities.
The main character, Kenta Hirono, is active in various fields such as modeling and variety shows, as well as appearing in the dramas “Koi ni Futakuchi” (TV Asahi, 2022) and “Tepachi!” (2022).
Fujioka Maito, who has appeared in popular programs such as “Cool Doji Danshi” (TV Tokyo, 2023), has been the center of attention for his first lead role in a terrestrial drama series.*
. This work will be his first solo lead role in a terrestrial drama series! The heroine, Aoi, is played in the 2018 live-action adaptation of Masakazu Katsura’s manga of the same name, “I”s (BS SKY PerfecTV! After making her debut in a serial drama by playing one of the heroines in the TV drama “Kamakura-dono no 13nin” (2022
Konatsu Kato has appeared in popular works such as NHK (NHK) and the drama “Nagatan to Aoto – Ichika’s Cookbook” (WOWOW, 2023) * Konatsu Kato *
Decided to! These two fresh faces will breathe new life into “Wingman.”
The unique cast surrounding Kenta and Aoi will be announced soon!
＼Look forward to the next report! /
◆* Kenta Hirono: Maito Fujioka Role introduction/comments*
Maito Fujioka
[Role introduction]
2nd year high school student. I’m a special effects hero geek, and my head is always full of hero fantasies. Homemade hero of justice He came up with the idea of “Wingman” and is making his own suits and weapons with the help of his friends. By getting the Dream Note, you will be able to transform into a “Wingman” for 5 minutes. 【comment】
I’m Maito Fujioka, who plays Kenta Hirono. One of my biggest dreams in my acting career was to play the lead role on terrestrial TV, so I was very happy to receive the offer. I felt a sense of responsibility and pressure as I played the role of Kenta Hirono in Wingman, which revolutionized Weekly Shonen Jump in the 1980s, but I took on the challenge of filming with a strong desire to live up to expectations. He loves special effects and practices his actions every day wearing his own costumes. Playing Kenta like that was fresh and really fun, and I was able to return to the feelings of a young boy and play the role. I think this work will be enjoyed by fans of the original work, special effects fans, and even those who have never seen special effects. Please enjoy this wonderful drama full of action, emotion, and youth.
◆* Aoi role: Kato Konatsu role introduction/comments*
Konatsu Kato
[Role introduction]
A mysterious girl who came to the three-dimensional (Earth) world from the other-dimensional world of Podrimus. The purpose of coming to Earth is to eliminate his father’s invention “Drim Note”. He also wanted to help his father, who was imprisoned in Podrimus during the war.
【comment】
I will play the role of Aoi. Before we started shooting, Mr. Katsura said, “Have you read the original story? I’m sorry, but please forget about the original story.” I thought that was an outrageous thing to say, but from that day on, I was able to cherish the reason why Aoi came to the third dimension. I am happy that my partner Maito-kun and my favorite co-stars will be able to overcome the intense heat and many other challenges to safely reach the broadcast next month. I think this is director Sakamoto’s special effects for adults. Please take a look.
* ★★ Full of action scenes unique to live-action! The director is Koichi Sakamoto, who is active on the front lines!!!★★*
The director and action director of this work will be the main director of the TV series and the director of the movie version of the three major special effects heroes such as “Kamen Rider Fourze,” “Zyuden Sentai Kyoryuger,” and “Ultraman Ginga S.” A leading expert on special effects action who achieved this feat.*
Koichi Sakamoto *! We will deliver the drama “Wingman” with overwhelming visual power that is full of power and full of
American-style action production.
* ◆Comment from director/action director Koichi Sakamoto*
This is Koichi Sakamoto, the director. I have directed many heroes so far, but I never thought I would be able to direct “Wingman”! ! ! I still can’t hide my surprise (lol). I was born in 1970, so I was in middle school when “Wingman” was serialized. This is the generation that is directly affected. I felt close to Kenta, a hero otaku with whom I have a lot in common, and was fascinated by the charming heroines, and looked forward to the release date of Jump every week. And I’ve always dreamed of seeing “Wingman” in live action. Since the original work has many fans, there is a lot of pressure to make it into a live-action movie. However, this time, under
Katsura-sensei’s direction, we were able to create a modern-day “Wingman” from script development to design, modeling, and auditions. The cast members are talented enough to recreate the image of the original while injecting new charm into it. I think this is a new type of work that has never been seen before, with a perfect fusion of youth drama and special effects action. I hope that many people, from fans of the original work to people who don’t know about the original work, will be able to watch Kenta and Aoi grow!
◆* Producer Tomoki Maeda (TV Tokyo Distribution Business Bureau) Comment*
When I thought about the significance of this project, which is to make a legendary masterpiece from the 1980s into a live-action film in the Reiwa era, the first person that came to mind was Maito Fujioka. Mr. Fujioka, who is honest and honest, yet full of passionate charm, breathed life into this work and the character of the main character, Kenta Hirono. Please look forward to the hero work of the new era and the brave figure of Maito Fujioka, who is at the center of it! And the person who will play the role of Aoi is Konatsu Kato. Ms. Kato, with her dazzling presence as a heroine and professional acting ability, perfectly matched the image the production team envisioned for Aoi. This work would not be possible without Kato-san’s cute and slightly mature Aoi.
Director Koichi Sakamoto will direct this charming cast that will lead us into the future. It is a great honor to have the director of this film directed by a leading figure in the special effects and action world.
We sincerely hope that this work, which the cast and production team worked together to create with all their heart, will reach as many people as possible. Please look forward to the broadcast!
* ★★The opening theme has been decided to be “chang[e]” by BLUE ENCOUNT!!!★★*
The opening theme for the drama was performed by a four-piece group from Kumamoto, consisting of Shunichi Tanabe (Vo/Gt), Yuya Eguchi (Gt), Yuta Tsujimura (Bas), and Yoshihide Takamura (Dr), whose tickets sold out on the same day when they held their one-man live. emotional guitar rock band*
BLUE ENCOUNT * is decided as “* chang[e] * * (pronunciation: change)*”!!! “chang[e]” is BLUE
You can feel the high level of musical instrument playing skill, which is one of the charms of ENCOUNT’s works 1
song. Immerse yourself in the world of “Wingman” with the overwhelming singing ability of vocalist and guitarist Shunichi Tanabe!
BLUE ENCOUNT
* ◆BLUE ENCOUNT Comment*
When I was a boy, there was nothing to be afraid of because I was so strong. As an adult, I find myself hesitant to take on challenges as my armor continues to be stripped away by the monster called reality. When I came across the work Wingman, I felt like I wanted to destroy this stupid part of myself. thanks so much. I feel like my current struggles and determination have become a solid sound. I wonder how Kenta and this song will grow beyond the story. I would like to see it together with everyone.
― BLUE ENCOUNT Shunichi Tanabe (Vo./Gt.)
* ≪Profile≫*
Vo. Gt. Shunichi Tanabe / Gt. Yuya Eguchi / Bas. Yuta Tsujimura / Dr. Yoshihide Takamura
A four-piece band formed in Kumamoto that will celebrate their 10th anniversary since their major debut in 2024. He has been in charge of theme songs for many anime and dramas and has gained popularity. While performing energetic live activities, he will hold his second one-man live at Nippon Budokan in February 2023. Tsujimura, the bassist, went to the United States to train as a musician, and is expected to be active overseas in the future. A large-scale anime event “ANIME” was held in New Jersey.
NEXT 23” was a huge success, even though it was their first live performance in America. It is also fresh in my memory that they performed a revival cover of the historical masterpiece “POISON” with Takashi Sorimachi, who sang the original song. An emotional rock band that is popular for their passionate performances that passionately and intensely unite with the audience, directly expressing their emotions, and conveying simple and passionate messages.
HP: http://blueencount.jp/
◆X: https://x.com/BLUEN_official
◆Instagram account: @blueencount_official
◆LINE official account: @blueencount
◆TikTok account: @blue_encount_official
* ◆Work summary *
*≪Introduction≫*
Kenta Hirono (Maito Fujioka), a special effects geek and second year high school student, is immersed in the world of fantasy even during class. A mysterious beautiful girl named Aoi (Konatsu Kato) appears to Kenta, who is being treated coldly by those around him and leading a dull life. It is said that she escaped the clutches of evil and came from another dimension. Kenta draws the hero “Wingman” of his imagination on Aoi’s Dreamnote, and gains the ability to truly transform into Wingman. Kenta has obtained the power to transform into the hero he has longed for, but assassins are being sent one after another from another dimension to pursue Aoi.
* ≪Program Overview≫ *
Drama tunes! “Wingman”
[Broadcast date and time]
Starting on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, every Tuesday from 24:30 to 25:00 [Broadcast station]
TV Tokyo, TV Aichi, TV Setouchi, TV Hokkaido, TVQ Kyushu Broadcasting 【delivery】
“Exclusive” broadcast of each episode simultaneously on “DMM TV” * *1 week advance delivery only for the first time (from October 16th) * ▶DMM TV: https://tv.dmm.com/vod/detail/?season=chxsirce2p05tsdnmvkv654t7 Missed delivery on the ad-supported free distribution service “Netmo TV Tokyo” (TV Tokyo HP/TVer)
▶TV Tokyo HP: https://video.tv-tokyo.co.jp/
▶TVer: https://tver.jp/
【original work】
“Wingman” Masakazu Katsura (Shueisha)
[Appearance]
Maito Fujioka Konatsu Kato
[Director/Action Director]
Koichi Sakamoto
[Screenplay]
Yoryu Yamada, Masaki Nishigaki, Yuya Nakazono
[Opening theme]
BLUE ENCOUNT “chang[e]” (Sony Music Labels Inc.)
[Executive producer]
Kazuhiro Ito (DMM TV)
[Producer]
Yudai Kurachi (TV Tokyo) Tomoki Maeda (TV Tokyo) Masayuki Yamada (Toei Video) [Production]
TV Tokyo Toei Video
[Production cooperation]
DMM TV
[Production work]
“Wingman” Production Committee
[Official website]
https://www.tv-tokyo.co.jp/wingman/
[Official X (Twitter)]
https://x.com/tx_wingman ／ @tx_wingman
[Official hashtag]
#wingman
[Copyright]
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