Drama Update: First Look at "Is It Bad for Girls to Hug You?" Visual and Trailer
There is some really fresh news for the fans of romantic comedies today. The makers of the upcoming drama series, Is It Bad for Girls to Hug You?, have finally dropped the official poster visual and a very interesting preview video. This live-action adaptation is actually based on the popular original work by Neji Ganame, which has already managed to gather a decent following among readers who enjoy a unique twist on the romance genre.
The newly released poster visual is quite catchy and it shows the character Mizuki riding on top of Shinomiya. In the background, you can clearly see the bold words "I hold the lead in love," which basically sets the whole vibe for the series. Along with this, the opening theme song has also been confirmed. It will be "HUNTER♡GIRL" performed by Straight Angeli. The group members have even shared some of their thoughts and comments regarding their involvement in this project, showing how excited they are to be part of such a fun story.
Plot Details and Broadcast Schedule
The drama, which is sometimes also referred to as "Shouldn't a girl hug you?", is officially scheduled to start broadcasting on MBS's "Drama Phil slot" starting from midnight on March 5th. If you are looking for a guide to the anime and manga series, you'd know that the plot is basically a love comedy that explores the concept of reverse sex roles between a man and a woman in a relationship. It is definitely going to be a very funny and heartwarming watch for everyone.
Regarding the source material, the original manga was serialized in Manga One and Ura Sunday. So far, a total of 6 volumes have been published, and it has done quite well on those platforms. For the drama version, the casting looks very promising indeed:
- Shinomiya: Played by Hayato Takao (from the group ONE N' ONLY).
- Mizuki: Played by the talented Kohaku Shida.
Fans are really waiting to see the chemistry between these two on screen. Since the series deals with such an unconventional dynamic, it'll be interesting to see how they bring these characters to life. If you want to know more about the background, you can check out the Is It Bad for Girls to Hug You? details to see how the adaptation compares to the original manga. We just have to wait a little bit more until March to see how it all unfolds on television.
