The film has broken records by earning 7.31 billion yen in Japan within its first four days of release. It surpassed 10 billion yen in just eight days, marking the fastest time in Japanese cinema history to reach this milestone.
The movie is titled “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba The Movie: Infinity Castle.” It premiered in Japan on July 18 and later screened in countries such as the United States, Canada, and India on September 12. From September 16, it has also been showing at Star Cineplex in Bangladesh.
This film is part of Japan’s globally renowned anime franchise “Demon Slayer.” The 2020 release “Demon Slayer: Mugen Train” became the highest-grossing film in Japanese cinema history and was widely celebrated by anime fans worldwide. Since then, two more films in the series have continued to build on that success.
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle
The new installment centers around the Infinity Castle arc, where the Demon Slayer Corps enters Muzan’s terrifying castle to face the climactic battle. This arc is one of the most thrilling parts of the series, featuring Tanjiro and his companions in a final showdown against Muzan. Directed by Haruo Sotozaki, the film features top Japanese voice talents such as Natsuki Hanae and Yoshitsugu Matsuoka.
Audience reception worldwide has been highly positive. Beyond its intense action scenes, the movie deeply explores human emotions, especially the brother-sister bond between Tanjiro and Nezuko, which has resonated with viewers. The poignant backgrounds of the demon characters offer a perspective filled with empathy, even towards the antagonists. Combining stunning visual artistry with immersive sound design, the film has created a new landmark in the world of animation.
