Japanese VTuber Kizuna AI has just made an incredible announcement on her official Twitter account. She will be starring in an upcoming anime project, leaving fans surprised and elated. This news comes during her indefinite hiatus from YouTube after her breathtaking “Hello, World 2022” concert in February.

In 2016, Kizuna AI embarked on her online journey as one of the world’s pioneering virtual YouTubers on “A.I.Channel”. This endearing anime girl with a heart-shaped bow quickly skyrocketed to fame, building a strong community through videos centered around discussions, Q&A sessions, and “Let’s Play” content. By 2020, Kizuna AI had amassed over 4 million subscribers across her three YouTube channels: A.I.Channel, A.I.Games, and A.I.Channel China.

Kizuna AI’s success didn’t stop at YouTube. She starred in campaigns for renowned noodle company Nissin, collaborated with gaming giant Asobimo on the popular video game “Avabel Online,” and became an ambassador for the “Come to Japan” tourist campaign in 2018. Recently, she even ventured into the world of NFTs, collaborating with Metaani on a crypto art project featuring 11 Metaanis donning her iconic heart-shaped headband, which was released in September 2021.

Since then, the NFT space has exploded, with countless virtual YouTubers emerging daily. In response, Kizuna AI decided to take a break from YouTube, reinventing herself and offering fans new experiences through NFTs. In a heartfelt video message during her hiatus, she expressed her happiness at the world becoming more accepting of virtual existence and personal avatars. This shift also prompted her to reevaluate her own identity, acknowledging that she is no longer as rare as she once was.

Now, with the recent announcement of her upcoming anime project, Kizuna AI sets her sights on exciting new possibilities that will allow virtual entities like herself to stay relevant and connected with fans in unique ways. The movie industry, in particular, has shown a keen interest in virtual personas and the marketing opportunities they bring.

The anime film “Belle” demonstrated this phenomenon when its protagonist appeared on Instagram before the movie’s premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in July 2021. By assuming the role of an influencer, Belle attracted a dedicated fanbase even before the movie hit theaters. After the official release, fans could follow Belle’s ongoing storylines, engage with her on social media, or enjoy her music on various streaming platforms.

As for Kizuna AI’s anime project, details are still under wraps. Will it be a full-blown series, a movie, a webcomic, or a short original video animation (OVA)? Will she seek creative input from her fans or intertwine the debut with an NFT project? Perhaps she will take charge of every aspect herself. The possibilities are endless, leaving her 4 million plus ardent fans yearning for more.

Stay tuned for updates on Kizuna AI’s incredible journey as she continues to captivate audiences with her virtual charisma and open doors to a whole new world of entertainment. Exciting times lie ahead for this virtual superstar!

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