8 Must-Watch Anime for Indian Fans to Celebrate Diwali

With Diwali approaching, it’s an ideal moment to honor the triumph of light over darkness. For anime enthusiasts, there’s no better way to embrace this spirit than by diving into tales where heroes illuminate their realms! Much like the sparkle of firecrackers against the night sky, anime protagonists bravely confront adversity with passion and valor.

As we celebrate, we present to you eight incredible anime series showcasing characters who boldly take on formidable foes, reminding us all that hope always shines through. Remarkably, you won’t need to hop between various streaming services, as these titles are readily available on Crunchyroll.

Eight Anime Titles to Enjoy This Diwali for Indian Anime Fans: The Promised Neverland, Bleach, and More!

1) Chainsaw Man

The narrative of Chainsaw Man unfolds around Denji, a boy who grew up in poverty and was forced to hunt Devils to settle his late father’s debts. Following a betrayal by the Yakuza, Denji forges a pact with the Chainsaw Devil Pochita, transforming him into a hybrid of human and devil known as Chainsaw Man.

This transformation leads to his enlistment in Public Safety, where he harnesses his new abilities to combat potent devils and protect the world.

2) NieR:Automata Ver1.1a

2B in NieR:Automata Ver1.1a (Image via A-1 Pictures)

NieR:Automata Ver1.1a portrays the journey of YoRHa 2-gou B-gata, a synthetic android soldier sent back to Earth to reclaim it from alien forces that overthrew humanity. This anime sees “2B”confront Machine Lifeforms in a desperate struggle for human survival.

Even though the series touches upon themes of existentialism and the moral dilemmas facing its protagonist, it predominantly highlights the good-versus-evil conflict, making it an excellent Diwali watch.

3) Trigun Stampede

Vash in Trigun Stampede (Image via Orange)

Trigun Stampede follows Vash the Stampede as he endeavors to stop his brother, Million Knives, from extinguishing humanity. Both brothers share a bond with the artificial plants engineered by humans for survival on barren planets. Knives understands the suffering inflicted on these plants, driving him to eradicate humankind.

Thus, Vash’s mission is to prevent his brother from achieving this, supported by investigative journalists Meryl Stryfe and Roberto De Niro.

4) Ningen Fushin: Adventurers Who Don’t Believe in Humanity Will Save the World, Ranking of Kings

Ningen Fushin characters (Image via Geek Toys)

Ningen Fushin narrates the tale of four individuals—Nick, Tiana, Zem, and Curran—who meet at a tavern. As they share their backstories, it becomes evident that they each experienced betrayal, leading to a profound distrust of humanity.

Struggling with financial woes, these adventurers unite to form a team, pursuing riches to indulge in their hobbies—but they soon find themselves tasked with saving the world from an unimaginable threat.

5) Senyu

Alba and Ross in Senyu (Image via Ordet, LIDENFILMS)

Senyu showcases humanity’s battle against demonic forces. A millennium ago, the demon lord Rchimedes was imprisoned by the legendary hero Creasion. When a mysterious rift connects the demon and human worlds, the king seeks the descendants of Creasion in hope of finding another legendary hero.

Among them is the inexperienced adventurer Alba Frühling, whose skills may be lacking, yet he is supported by the capable soldier Ross, who aids him in their quest to vanquish the demon lord against all odds.

6) The Promised Neverland

Ray and Emma in The Promised Neverland (Image via CloverWorks)

The Promised Neverland centers around the orphans at Grace Field House, nurtured by their caretaker “Mama,”Isabella, who provided them with a seemingly joyous upbringing.

However, their blissful existence is threatened by greater dangers, beginning with their beloved “Mama.”

7) Psycho-Pass

Akane Tsunemori in Psycho-Pass (Image via Production I.G)

Psycho-Pass diverges from the typical good-versus-evil narrative, instead exploring the Sibyl System, responsible for assessing individuals’ threat levels in Japan’s reformed law enforcement. Upon entering this world with aspirations of justice, Akane Tsunemori discovers the system’s flaws, prompting her to question its integrity and motives.

8) Bleach

Ichigo Kurosaki in Bleach (Image via Studio Pierrot)

Bleach narrates the journey of Ichigo Kurosaki, a regular high school student who transforms into a substitute Soul Reaper after his encounter with Rukia Kuchiki. What starts as a one-time duty evolves into a lasting commitment when Rukia is unable to restore her powers, leading Ichigo and his friends to battle Hollows and protect humanity from various threats.

This selection, thoughtfully curated by Crunchyroll, aims to enhance your Diwali festivities with engaging anime themes. Be sure to enjoy these titles on the platform!

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