"Naruto" returns with new manga
The popular manga series Naruto is returning with a new installment titled Shadow Rising, announced by its creator, Masashi Kishimoto, during a panel at the New York Comic Con. This new manga will focus on Naruto's life before he became the leader of his village, Konoha.New anime series announced
Alongside the new manga, an original anime series based on the Naruto universe was also announced. A first trailer was shown, though no release date has been confirmed. The anime will explore a crossover with another manga titled Ninku.Crossover details revealed
The new anime, titled NARUTOxNINKŪ, will bring together characters from Naruto and Ninku, a shonen series about a boy named Fūsuke with a frog-like face. The story will follow Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura on a mission that leads them to a different world where they meet Fūsuke.Naruto's team faces challenges
In this new series, Naruto is temporarily named the leader of his team after their usual mentor, Kakashi, is unavailable. The trio faces challenges as they navigate a new world and interact with Fūsuke, whose origins remain mysterious.Live-action film updates
Updates were also shared about the Naruto live-action film project. Casting calls have begun for the main characters, and the director, Destin Daniel Cretton, said his team is working hard to move the project forward. More details are expected to be shared soon.
