The most awaited gala in the world Otaku has left record figures and a clear protagonist
51 million votes! Therefore, with this spectacular figure, Crunchyroll celebrated the most massive edition of his annual prizes. And between applause, star shows and international celebrities, there was a name that did not stop repeating itself all evening: Solo level. The anime based on the famous Korean web novel has not only taken the prize Anime of the yearbut swept into key categories like Best action, Best new series y Best soundtrackamong others.
The gala, held at the Great Prince Hotel Shin Takanawa in Tokyo, was experienced as a real Japanese animation party. Presented for the third consecutive time by the charismatic Sally Amaki and the iconic Jon KabiraThe ceremony shone with luxury guests like Finn Wolfhard y Holarazzo holes (Stranger things) ,, J Balvin, Pabllo Vittar or the Japanese legend LisaThis delighted the public with a musical tribute to his career.
Winners of Anime Awards 2025
Among the over 30 prizes distributed, Solo level devastated with 7 prizesalso highlights the recognition of its protagonist, Sung JinwooAs The best main characterand the prize for Best voice in Spanish TO Masumi Mutsudawho interprets it in the Castilian version.
On the other hand, recognition a Anime of the year In film format he went to Look backA melancholy jewel that has conquered its sensitivity and visual proposal. In the meantime, Freeze: Beyond Journey’s Endacclaimed by criticism and public, he has taken several important prizes, such as The best address, The best secondary character for fern and The best background art.
Titani attack He received the first Award Global Impactpaying homage to a series that has marked an entire generation of fans. Your closure, with The last attackIt was considered a milestone that deserved this special distinction.
Beyond the prizes, a gala that celebrates the love for souls
One of the most vibrant moments was the performance of Disturbing walnutsthey interpreted Bling-bang-bang bornthe electrifying opening of Mashle: magic and musclesand also his viral OtooikeOpening of the theme of And from e andBoth winners like it Better opening y Best Anime Song.
Cultural diversity was also reflected in the wide representation of dubbing. For the first time, the items were rewarded Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, German, Italian, French and PortugueseA gesture that underlines the way the anime no longer has boundaries.
Second Rahul PuriniPresident of Crunchyroll:
“These works are not only entertainment, they are part of the identity of those who follow them. With 51 million votes, we celebrate the creators who have fallen in love with the whole world.”
Top 5 moments and prizes
- Solo level dominate in almost all categories in which he competed.
- Lisa Relief Guregen Live, iconic topic of Kimetsu no yaiba.
- Award Global Impact Award for the Titans attackclosing a gold era.
- And from e and Surprising with his style and taking better characters.
- The debut of countries such as Canada y Chile Among the 10 most voters.
Comparison with other editions and current anime trends
Compared to previous years, this edition meant a Explosion of participation international. With over 50 million votes, the 2024 edition has been widely exceeded, which reflects the growth of souls throughout the planet. If 2023 was the year of Maineaw man and 2024 of Jujutsu Kaisen2025 was the absolute rise of Solo levelA story that mixes action, personal and aesthetic of the video game.
Furthermore, the phenomenon of Isekaiwith Ri: zero taking that prize for the third time and the growth of the proposals for slice of life y Romantic comedyAs Blue box y Macemawhich provide freshness in the face of the usual domain of action and imagination.
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