Demon Slayer Lead Says Series Has Set ‘Completely Unrealistic Standard’ for Anime

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It’s clear that Demon Slayer is a hugely popular and successful anime, and Zach Aguilar, the English voice actor for Tanjiro, has personally witnessed the significant effect the series has had on the anime world.

In a recent interview, Aguilar discussed the difficulties of working in the anime industry and explained that the huge success of Demon Slayer has created new pressures. He acknowledged that the show’s popularity has set a higher standard for all anime studios.

He admitted it’s a tough time for animators. While there are a lot of great animated shows being released, Demon Slayer has raised the bar so high that it’s hard for others to compete. He praised the show, saying the team behind it is doing amazing work.

Demon Slayer’s Official Voice of Tanjiro on One-Punch Man Season 3 Criticisms

Though many know Zach Aguilar as the voice of Tanjiro in Demon Slayer, he first gained recognition for voicing a different character. He recently discussed the return of One-Punch Man for its third season and explained why fan support is crucial now, despite some criticism of the new season online.

I believe constructive criticism is always valuable. However, as a fan of the One-Punch Man manga, I’m most interested in seeing that storyline develop. Ultimately, I’m happy with whatever direction the company takes, and I truly enjoy playing the character Genos, Aguilar stated.

He said he really enjoyed returning to the role, despite everything. He and the team had a lot of fun recording the show, praising the funny dialogue, engaging storyline, and the quirky relationships between the characters.

Aguilar, like many fans, was thrilled when the show returned after a six-year hiatus. “I was so excited it was coming back,” he said. “Six years is a long time for a TV show, and I honestly didn’t think they’d make any more animated seasons.”

Demon Slayer’s Zach Aguilar on a Future One-Punch Man Anime Movie

Voice actor Alejandro Aguilar, known for his role as Tanjiro in Demon Slayer, believes the success of that anime could pave the way for a One-Punch Man movie. He’s excited about the possibility, saying, “After being involved with Demon Slayer and some anime films, I think a One-Punch Man movie would be amazing. A superhero comedy on the big screen would be incredible!”

For One-Punch Man to become a movie, fan support is crucial. According to Aguilar, someone might eventually make it happen, but only if fans demonstrate their enthusiasm and let the creators know they want to see it.

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2026-04-12 21:14