Momoko Kōda's Beloved Shōjo Manga 'My Special One' Transforms into Live-Action Film!
Don't miss the captivating film featuring Mei Hata and Kazuya Ōhashi, debuting in Japan on June 20! Get ready for an unforgettable cinematic experience.
Exciting Live-Action Adaptation of My Special One Set to Premiere in Japan
Film starring Mei Hata and Kazuya Ōhashi opens in Japan on June 20.
Production Announcement
On Friday, GAGA revealed an early teaser trailer and visual for the live-action adaptation of My Special One (Kimi ga Tokubetsu), a popular manga by Momoko Kōda. The film is set to hit theaters in Japan on June 20.
Watch the Teaser
Cast and Crew
In the film, Mei Hata takes on the role of Sahoko Wakaume, while Kazuya Ōhashi, a member of the idol group Naniwa Danshi, plays Kouta Kirigaya.
The film is directed by Ayato Matsuda, known for his work on Holiday Love: Fūfukan Ren'ai, with a script penned by Satoko Okazaki, who previously worked on My Dress-Up Darling.
First Visual
© 幸田もも子／集英社・映画「君がトクベツ」製作委員会
Manga Synopsis
The manga, published in English by Viz Media, tells the story of:
A girl who has sworn off beautiful boys meets a gorgeous pop star determined to win her heart!
After a mortifying rejection, Sahoko Wakaume has sworn off beautiful boys. But a chance meeting puts her in the sights of gorgeous J-pop star Kouta Kirigaya of the group Like Legend. Sahoko will need all her cynicism to defend herself against Kouta's tenderhearted and affectionate attacks to win her heart!
Kōda launched the manga in Bessatsu Margaret in March 2019 and concluded it on January 10, 2025. The 10th compiled volume was released in Japan in August 2022.
Hiatus and Resumption
The manga went on hiatus in October 2022 due to Kōda's health issues but resumed serialization in June 2023. Viz Media published the manga's eighth volume in November 2024.
Sources: My Special One live-action film's X/Twitter account, Comic Natalie