New Trailer from Chotto Matō yo, Harutora-kun Live-Action Series: Cast Expands and Opening Song Unveiled
The live-action adaptation of the BL manga Chotto Matō yo, Harutora-kun came to the fore with a new trailer released on July 30, 2026. The trailer reveals that Rio Takahashi, Aren Sakurai, Yūga, Gakuto Tanaka, Ryōko Takizawa, and Eri Tokunaga have joined the cast. According to Anime News Network, some scenes with these names were also seen for the first time in this trailer. Additionally, the series' opening song stood out as one of the most striking elements of the trailer.
The project, one of the most talked-about adaptations in the BL genre recently, weaves its story around the character named Harutora. The series, which will bring the romantic and comedic tone of the manga to the screen, is eagerly awaited especially by loyal followers of the genre. Although it has not yet been fully announced which characters the new cast members will play, fans who saw the dynamics in the trailer have begun to express their excitement on social media.
This development coincides with a period when live-action adaptations of Boys Love manga are on the rise in Japan. Productions such as Cherry Magic, Kieta Hatsukoi, and Utsukushii Kare had significantly increased interest in the BL world, bringing it to both local and international audiences. As a new part of the same wave, Chotto Matō yo, Harutora-kun is also on the radar of both manga readers and series viewers.
The production team signals that details such as the full version of the opening song and the premiere date will be announced soon after the trailer. Fans need to follow official announcements in the coming weeks in order to see the new cast members' performances and hear the opening song in full. The series is expected to be streamed on digital platforms in many regions, especially in Japan.
