The Tokyo Blade stage play adaptation has finally opened its curtains in Oshi no Ko Season 2 episode 6! Right from the start, we’re treated to the best seats in the house for what might just be one of the best episodes of the entire series. Melt who may seem like a forgettable gag character; a thorn in Yoriko-sensei’s world and a convenient foil for Aqua and Kana to shine, has suddenly become impossible to overlook. He won’t be brushed off so easily anymore after his shonen protagonist moment.
In the world of acting, it’s often every performer for themselves, with the spotlight only big enough to highlight a few at a time. While Melt was objectively the worst actor among the cast, he stood up, worked extremely hard, and stunned the entire theater. Because of that, he too deserves his moment in the spotlight after his phenomenal performance. Credit is also due to Kamoshida for allowing Melt to steal the show. It’s almost like he became a true antagonist both in the play and in Melt’s life, pushing Melt to surpass his expectations. Melt’s past and journey are also unlike many typical shonen protagonists, it is grounded in a more realistic and relatable struggle.
Melt’s past isn’t marked by hardship but by a lack of it. Everything in his life from girls, popularity, and opportunities, all fell into his lap effortlessly. It was only recently from Sweet Today that he realized that he was not the sharpest tool in the shed. There’s a raw realism to his character that makes his story all the more compelling for a side character. While Yoriko was the most critical of him, it felt like Melt already redeemed himself after she was crying over his outstanding performance.
Oshi no Ko Season 2 Episode 6 was so exceptional that I can’t help but wonder if Aka Akasaka shed tears, much like Mengo did. As a fan deeply invested in the series, it moved me to tears, so I can only imagine how it felt for the creators themselves. Beyond the supernatural elements, this episode truly highlights how the series captures the raw emotions and realities of life. It somehow blurs the line between fiction and reality.
The series continues to stay faithful to the manga and while this one is about a side character, Doga Kobo went above and beyond in its visual presentation this season. The level of detail and care they poured into this episode is astounding. Just imagine how more breathtaking the show will be when this level of production is focused on the main protagonists. If Oshi no Ko maintains this level of quality, then it might become my top pick of the season like how it topped the charts in week 6.
Screenshots taken via Bilibili. HIDIVE is also streaming the series.
©Aka Akasaka x Mengo Yokoyari/Shueisha, “OSHI NO KO” Partners
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