Review of [Oshi No Ko]

By leaning into heavy themes that come with emotionally sensitive storytelling, Oshi no Ko reveals the monetary, suffocating, and sometimes graphic realities of the entertainment industry. The character writing in particular is executed well and explores the trauma associated with high expectations and failure. Moreover, the insight into the production and financial side of business was more interesting than expected. The movie-length first episode has strong moments, but at times struggles to balance the unconventional premise, humor, and logic with serious topics. However, it swiftly recovers soon after. Stick with it. The writing is much more complex than the lighthearted aspects make it to be.