The Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025 have arrived, and they are full of excitement, glamour, and heartfelt speeches that rival those in an intense Shonen anime season finale.
This prestigious event is broadcasted live from Japan at 6 PM JST (2:30 PM IST) on May 25, bringing together top-tier presenters, incredible musical performances, and special recognition for the series that have captured our hearts and minds throughout the year.
This year’s selection of nominees is truly impressive. From the stunning animation of “Demon Slayer” to the innovative storytelling of “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End,” the 2025 awards ceremony marks a celebration of anime’s worldwide influence. With categories honoring everything from captivating soundtracks to charming slice-of-life shows, fans are in for a treat tonight.
Let’s get into the winners:
Anime of the Year: Solo Leveling
Film of the Year: Look Back
Best Animation: Demon Slayer
Best Director: Keiichiro Saito (Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End)
Best Original Anime: Ninja Kamui
Best Anime Song: “Otokone” by Creepy Nuts (Dan da Dan)
Best Romance Anime: Blue Box
Best Score: Solo Leveling
Best Slice of Life: Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines!
Best Main Character: Sung Jinwoo (Solo Leveling)
Best Voice Actor (Hindi): Lohit Sharma as Satoru Gojo (Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2)
Best Comedy: Mashle: Magic and Muscles
Best Ending Sequence: “Request” by Krage
Best Continuing Series: Demon Slayer: Hashira Training Arc
Global Impact Award: Attack on Titan (No surprise there.)
And in true Crunchyroll fashion, the event isn’t just about who wins what—it’s a pop culture playground. J Balvin brings the reggaeton heat, while Stranger Things duo Finn Wolfhard and Gaten Matarazzo add a dose of Netflix energy. We’re also getting appearances from Grammy-winner Kacey Musgraves, Olympic queen Chloe Kim, and Japanese heartthrob Dean Fujioka. Oh, and Pabllo Vittar is here to slay, alongside Damiano David and Mayu Matsuoka, because why not turn this into an international superstar summit?
From viral anthems to high-stakes sword fights, the Crunchyroll Anime Awards prove that anime isn’t just having a moment—it is the moment. Whether you’re a subtitled ride-or-die or just here for the fan theories and aesthetics, tonight’s show is for you.
The 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards will be streamed live on Crunchyroll’s official YouTube and Twitch channels.
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