Manga Mastermind Akira Toriyama Passes Away at 68, Leaving Legacy of “Dragon Ball” and More

Tokyo, Japan – Renowned manga artist Akira Toriyama, acclaimed for his creation of the globally beloved “Dragon Ball” series, passed away at the age of 68 due to complications from an acute subdural hematoma. Toriyama, also known for his work as a character designer on the “Dragon Quest” video games, leaves behind a rich legacy of influential and iconic creations that have captivated audiences worldwide for over four decades. His most notable work, “Dragon Ball,” …

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Naruto Manga to Receive Live-Action Adaptation Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton for Lionsgate

Los Angeles, California – The hit manga series “Naruto” is set to make its big-screen debut, as Lionsgate has chosen Destin Daniel Cretton to write and direct the live-action adaptation. Cretton, known for his work on “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” will also produce the film alongside Jeyun Munford through his company, Hisako. The project has been in development with Lionsgate since 2015. Created by Masashi Kishimoto, “Naruto” follows the story of …

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