Crunchyroll has recently opened registrations for the eagerly anticipated early screenings of “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba -To the Hashira Training-” in Mumbai, scheduled for February 21. This exclusive event will showcase the first episode of the Hashira Training Arc and the final episode of the Swordsmith Village Arc. Following this special preview, nationwide screenings across India are set to commence on February 23, allowing fans to immerse themselves in the captivating world of Demon Slayer.
The upcoming anime, “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc,” is poised to make its grand debut in spring 2024. In an exciting move, Crunchyroll has also announced World Tour preview screenings for the anime in India, building up the anticipation among the dedicated fan base.
To provide a bit of context, the Swordsmith Village Arc originally premiered on April 9, featuring a one-hour special. The anime has been a cultural phenomenon, garnering widespread attention and praise. The theatrical screenings of the anime took place in India in March 2023, following its initial release in 418 theaters in Japan in February 2023. This cinematic experience included episodes 10 and 11 of “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Entertainment District Arc” and marked the introduction of the first episode of the Swordsmith Village Arc.
The journey of Demon Slayer began with the first television anime adaptation of Koyoharu Gotouge’s manga, which premiered in April 2019, leaving an indelible mark on anime enthusiasts worldwide. The subsequent release of the critically acclaimed “Demon Slayer – Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Train” in Japan in October 2020 further solidified the series’ popularity, reaching audiences in India in August 2021.
Following the success of the Mugen Train film, the narrative continued with the Mugen Train Arc and the Entertainment District Arc. Crunchyroll’s inclusion of Hindi and Indian English dubs for both arcs has been a commendable effort to cater to the diverse linguistic preferences of the audience. The Mugen Train Arc premiered in October 2021, and the Entertainment District Arc followed suit with a December 2021 premiere, featuring a one-hour special.
In essence, Crunchyroll’s initiative to host early screenings and expand its reach with World Tour previews reflects the global phenomenon that Demon Slayer has become. With its rich storytelling, dynamic characters, and visually stunning animation, the anime continues to captivate audiences, making each new arc a highly anticipated event in the world of anime enthusiasts, particularly in India.