Dandadan Unveils Secret Pop Star Easter Egg in Opening Credits

The anime phenomenon Dandadan has captured the attention of viewers with its remarkable adaptation, yet many enthusiasts may have overlooked a delightful pop star Easter egg within the opening credits.

Currently airing, the Dandadan anime continues to unveil surprises with each episode. Its quirky narrative, dynamic animation, and endearing characters have kept fans engaged since the very first episode.

Launched in October 2024, the inaugural season of the series features 12 episodes, produced by the talented team at Science SARU. Dandadan has quickly emerged as one of the standout hits of 2024.

The story follows Momo Ayase alongside her classmate Takakura. Momo is convinced that spirits are real, while Takakura, a skeptic of the occult, asserts that aliens are among us. To determine whose beliefs hold truth, the two strike a bet, leading to a cascade of comical events.

A fascinating highlight of Dandadan is its opening theme performed by Creepy Nuts, which showcases captivating visuals. Notably, there’s a moment of Momo dancing that slyly references one of Rihanna’s earlier music videos.

Momo from DANDADAN × Rihannapic.twitter.com/KAMAILwHD5

— Anime Craze (@crazedanime_) October 25, 2024

This specific clip pays homage to Rihanna’s 2012 smash hit, ‘Where Have You Been’, which served as the fifth single from the album *Talk That Talk*. The track achieved global acclaim, even garnering the Best Dance Performance accolade at the Soul Train Music Awards.

While fans were already enamored with the opening sequence, the revelation of this clever nod has elevated their admiration even further. One fan commented on X/Twitter, stating, “This crossover is iconic! Momo’s energy combined with Rihanna’s vibe is a match made in heaven!”

Another enthusiast expressed, “Momo from Dandadan × Rihanna is an epic collaboration! The fusion of their styles is just electrifying! Eager to see what they come up with next,” noted.

A different admirer added, “Such a cool detail! I never realized it was a Rihanna reference before; I just saw Jiji and Ken doing the Carlton in the background.” href

As the Summer 2024 anime season has come to a close, don’t forget to explore the Fall 2024 anime lineup and our curated list of the most anticipated upcoming shows. You can also check out our in-depth guides for Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3, Oshi no Ko Season 3, and One Punch Man Season 3, showcasing more exciting content on the horizon.

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