BAKI HANMA VS KENGAN ASHURA Trailer Teases An Epic Martial Arts Manga Showdown
I’ve still only just started catching up with Kengan Ashura lately, but I’m not rushing things. If anything, I’m more excited for what’s to come after consuming all of Baki and Baki Hanma in the last several months. Moreover, most recent teaser for upcoming crossover movie, Baki Hanma VS Kengan Ashura, is nothing short of exciting. The same can be said for the official trailer as well, as of its Sunday launch.
The “BAKI” series has sold over 85 million copies, attracting readers with the intense duels of Baki Hanma as he seeks to surpass his father, the strongest creature in the world. “KENGAN ASHURA” follows Kazuo Yamashita and Ohma Tokita as they navigate the brutal world of Kengan matches, where corporate disputes are settled by betting on seasoned fighters.
Toshiki Hirano, who directed both Baki series on Netflix is back at the helm, directing from a script by Atsuo Ishino. The film will highlight three crucial battles to come:
Match #1: Saw Paing Yoroizuka vs. Kaoru Hanayama
• Saw Paing, a master of the traditional Burmese martial art Lethwei, represents the Village of Dawn from “KENGAN ASHURA.” Facing him is Kaoru Hanayama from “BAKI,” Japan’s premier brawler and the formidable leader of the Hanayamagumi yakuza family, whom he took over as the second boss at just 15 years old.
Match #2: Raian Kure vs. Jack Hammer
• Raian Kure, representing Under Mount, Inc. and known as the most brutal member of the Kure clan of assassins from “KENGAN ASHURA,” goes head-to-head with Jack Hammer, a Canadian pit fighter from “BAKI.” Hammer achieved the ultimate physique through extreme doping and unconventional training methods.
Match #3: Ohma Tokita vs. Baki Hanma
• The main event pits these two protagonists against each other in a fight that fans will be talking about for years to come. Ohma Tokita, with his sharp vision and Nikostyle fighting, faces off with Baki Hanma, the young champion determined to surpass his father, the strongest creature in the world.
The official trailer is available below with highlights from the upcoming movie, and music by Atarashii Gakko!
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