The anime Oshi no Ko tells the story of Gorou Amemiya, a rural gynecologist and a huge fan of the idol Ai Hoshino. When Ai unexpectedly appears as his patient, pregnant with twins, Gorou is ecstatic. However, just before Ai gives birth, Gorou is murdered and reborn as one of Ai’s twin babies, Aquamarine Hoshino. His sister, Ruby Hoshino, is the reincarnation of Gorou’s patient, Sarina Tendouji.
The story follows Aqua and Ruby as they navigate their new lives within the entertainment industry, seeking revenge for their mother’s murder. Ai is killed by a stalker, leaving Aqua and Ruby to unravel the mysteries surrounding her death. The anime explores themes of reincarnation, the dark side of the entertainment industry, and the complex relationships between family and fame.
Key characters include:
- Aquamarine Hoshino (Aqua): The male twin, formerly Gorou. He is intelligent and calculated, driven by revenge. Aqua becomes an actor to get closer to the people involved in his mother’s death.
- Ruby Hoshino: The female twin, formerly Sarina. She is energetic and dreams of becoming an idol like her mother.
- Ai Hoshino: A popular idol, who is revealed to have a tragic past. Her death is the catalyst for the main plot.
- Kana Arima: A child actress who works alongside Aqua. She is talented but struggles with her career.
Oshi no Ko offers a unique blend of mystery, drama, and exploration of the idol world. The narrative is driven by the quest for revenge and the emotional struggles of its characters. The anime delves into the manipulative aspects of the entertainment business, the pressure placed on idols, and the complex realities that exist beneath the surface of fame.
