Rashmika Mandanna to join Megan Thee Stallion, Iman Vellani as presenter at Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024 in Japan

Rashmika will be presenting one of the awards at the awards night to celebrate the anime series, film, and voice actors that have captivated fans over the last year.

By Bollywood Hungama News Network -

February 14, 2024 - 1:20 PM IST

Indian actress and passionate anime enthusiast Rashmika Mandanna will be a special guest at the 2024 Crunchyroll Anime Awards. This prestigious event, dedicated to celebrating the exceptional craft and artistry of Japanese animation, is scheduled to take place on March 2, 2024, in Tokyo, Japan. Rashmika will be presenting one of the awards at the awards night to celebrate the anime series, film, and voice actors that have captivated fans over the last year.

Rashmika Mandanna to join Megan Thee Stallion, Iman Vellani as presenter at Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024 in Japan

In a statement, Rashmika Mandanna expressed her excitement, saying, "I am absolutely thrilled and honoured to be a part of the eighth annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards in Tokyo. As an anime enthusiast, this is a dream come true for me. Japanese animation has had a profound impact on my life, and I can't wait to celebrate and recognize the incredible talent behind these remarkable creations. See you all on March 2nd, 2024, for what promises to be an unforgettable evening!"

Several celebrity presenters were also revealed for the pre-show and live event, including DeMarcus Lawrence of the Dallas Cowboys, wrestler and actor Mercedes Varnado, and the Academy Award-winning duo behind Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Phil Lord & Chris Miller. Musician Megan Thee Stallion, and Ms Marvel's Iman Vellani among others are also set to be in attendance.

The Crunchyroll Anime Awards have become a highly anticipated annual event, showcasing the best in anime from the previous year. This year's awards ceremony will feature various categories, including Best Animation, Best Director, Best Character Design, and many more. It serves as a platform to honour the creativity, dedication, and innovation that define the anime industry.

The live musical performances will be by Hiroyuki SAWANO and KOHTA YAMAMOTO, YOASOBI and Shing02! SAWANO and YAMAMOTO co-created the official 2024 Anime Awards theme song, which will be performed live for the very first time during the show.