It’s official! A 5-episode sequel to the TV anime Watashi ga Koibito ni Nareru Wake Nai jan, Muri Muri! (Muri ja Nakatta!?) has been greenlit for television broadcast. Before its TV debut, a special compilation version of this sequel, titled Watashi ga Koibito ni Nareru Wake Nai jan, Muri Muri! (Muri ja Nakatta!?) ~Next Shine!~, is set to premiere in theaters nationwide starting November 21, 2025. This exciting announcement comes with a brand-new key visual and a special promotional video!
What is Watanare?
Affectionately known as Watanare, Watashi ga Koibito ni Nareru Wake Nai jan, Muri Muri! (Muri ja Nakatta!?) is a thrilling, nonstop girls’ love comedy that unfolds within a vibrant school setting, featuring a cast of uniquely charming characters. The story kicks off with Amaori Renako, our protagonist who shed her lonely “bocchi” (a Japanese term for a solitary person) middle school days for a fresh high school debut. Fate intervenes when she and her classmate, Oozuka Mai—the school’s undeniable superstar—unexpectedly share their personal struggles, blossoming into a secret friendship that sparks a whole new chapter.
Production & Cast
The TV anime, animated by studioMOTHER under the direction of Uchinuma Natsumi, features a stellar cast of voice actors. The series originally began in July 2025 and concluded its run with the 12th episode on September 22nd.
Staff:
| Director | Uchinuma Natsumi |
| Animation Production | studioMOTHER |
Cast:
| Nakamura Kanna | |
| Oonishi Saori | |
| Anzai Yukari | |
| Ichinose Kana | |
| Tanaka Takako | |
| Sagara Mayu |
Diving into the Sequel
The newly announced sequel will pick up right after the TV anime’s 12th episode, continuing the story from episode 13 through to episode 17. It will adapt the exciting events of the original light novel’s fourth volume. Renako finds herself in quite a predicament, agonizing over her reply to confessions from both Mai, the school’s “supa dari” (a portmanteau for “super dashing darling”), and Ajisai, the school’s “angel.” Amidst this romantic dilemma, she also finds herself joining Kaho for a cosplay event. Further details, such as the broadcast schedule, will be revealed at a later date.
Theatrical Premiere & New Visuals
What’s more, ahead of its TV broadcast, the special compilation of all five sequel episodes, Watashi ga Koibito ni Nareru Wake Nai jan, Muri Muri! (Muri ja Nakatta!?) ~Next Shine!~, is confirmed for a theatrical release starting November 21st! A captivating special promotional video has also been unveiled, only further building the anticipation for fans.
Alongside this announcement, a stunning new key visual has been released, showcasing protagonist Renako surrounded by four key members of the “Quintet” group from Ashigaya Koukou. There’s Mai, the school’s “supa dari”; Ajisai, the school’s “angel”; Satsuki, the cool, black-haired beauty; and Kaho, the lively mood-maker. Renako’s bright smile in the visual hints at the exciting new developments to come. Keep an eye out for more updates on both the sequel series and its special theatrical compilation, Watashi ga Koibito ni Nareru Wake Nai jan, Muri Muri! (Muri ja Nakatta!?) ~Next Shine!~!
Here’s a look at the new key visual and special report cuts from the upcoming Watashi ga Koibito ni Nareru Wake Nai jan, Muri Muri! (Muri ja Nakatta!?) ~Next Shine!~, along with the original TV anime’s key visual:
(C) Mikami Teren, Takeshima Eku / Shueisha, Watanare Production Committee
By Nakase Koutarou
