Written by Ruta Patil
Be it Levi slicing through titans with unshakable resolve or the quiet, dreamlike worlds of Studio Ghibli, anime today has become more than a genre, it’s an emotion that defines an entire generation. What began as niche entertainment has evolved into a global cultural movement that speaks to the hearts of GenZ.
Its pull is evident on the big screen too. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the recent Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba –The Movie: Infinity Castle performed strongly in its first 12 days at the Indian box office, earning an estimated ₹64.20 crore (India net). The numbers speak for themselves. Gen Z doesn’t just watch anime; they connect with it, live through it, and often find a reflection of themselves within its worlds.
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