Kaiju No. 8 Hindi Voice Actors See Bright Future in India [Exclusive]

On June 6, 2024, which falls on a Thursday, Kaiju No. will be present.

Despite the constant threat of Kaiju in the world, Kafka Hibino, a 32-year-old, held onto his childhood promise to Mina Ashiro and strived to join The Defense Force.

Despite his efforts, Kafka continues to be rejected for enlistment, leading him to reluctantly join the Kaiju clean-up crew. It is during this time that he crosses paths with Reno Ichikawa, reigniting his determination to fulfill his promise to Mina. However, fate takes an unexpected turn when a Kaiju takes possession of his body, granting him the power to transform into one.

Come and join us as we receive exclusive insights from the Hindi Dub voice actors of Kafka Hibino, Reno Ichikawa, Soshiro Hoshina, and Kikoru Shinomiya on the latest Shonen title.

Who are the Hindi dub voice actors for Kaiju No.8?

Rushikesh Phunse voices Kafka Hibino (Image via Crunchyroll, Production I.G)
Rushikesh Phunse voices Kafka Hibino (Image via Crunchyroll, Production I.G)

Rushikesh Phunse lends his voice to the lead character, Kafka Hibino, in the anime. He boasts four years of experience in the field of dubbing and has worked on projects in Hindi, Marathi, and English. Rushikesh has also voiced characters such as Khun in Tower of God, Yuno Grinberryall in Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King, and Guo Hao in The Daily Life of the Immortal King.

Adnan Shakeel voices Reno Ichikawa (Image via Crunchyroll, Production I.G)
Adnan Shakeel voices Reno Ichikawa (Image via Crunchyroll, Production I.G)

Adnan Shakeel, who voices the deuteragonist Reno Ichikawa in the anime, joins him. Originally from Delhi, Adnan relocated to Mumbai in pursuit of a professional career in voice acting. He has previously lent his voice to characters such as Lelouch Vi Britannia in Code Geass and Sou and Masahito in Summertime Rendering.

Vidit Kumar voices Soshiro Hoshina (Image via Crunchyroll, Production IG)
Vidit Kumar voices Soshiro Hoshina (Image via Crunchyroll, Production IG)

Vidit Kumar, who plays the role of Soshiro Hoshina, the Vice-Captain of The Defense Force, is a skilled voice actor and musician from Mumbai. His passion for animation began during his childhood and he has lent his voice to popular characters such as Izuku Midoriya in My Hero Academia and Yuji Itadori in Jujutsu Kaisen in the past.

Nyssha voices Kikoru Shinomiya (Image via Crunchyroll, Production IG)
Nyssha voices Kikoru Shinomiya (Image via Crunchyroll, Production IG)

Finally, we also have Nyssha, who has provided the voice for the tritagonist, Kikoru Shinomiya, in the anime. With over 15 years of experience in the field, Nyssha has lent her voice to various platforms such as Crunchyroll, Netflix, Amazon, Jio, and Disney. She has previously collaborated with Red FM Bombay and Ishq FM Bombay, and has even gained international experience working in radio in Bahrain.

The Personal Connection and Fondness of the Hindi Dub Voice Actors for Their Characters in Kaiju No. 8

Despite the seemingly unattainable aspirations of Kafka Hibino, Rushikesh Phunse found a strong personal connection to the character due to his relatable human qualities. In an effort to prove himself, Kafka attempted to join The Defense Force.

Adnan Shakeel shares his personal connection with Reno Ichikawa (Image via Crunchyroll, Production I.G)
Adnan Shakeel shares his personal connection with Reno Ichikawa (Image via Crunchyroll, Production I.G)

At the same time, Adnan Shakeel and Vidit Kumar found the ambitious aspects of their characters to be relatable. Vidit was also impressed by how Soshiro Hoshina was aware of his responsibilities and strengths, which served as a valuable lesson for him.

Nyssha adored the way her character, Kikoru Shinomiya, would switch personalities. No matter how furious Kikoru became, if something brought her joy, she would quickly shift into a cheerful state.

Opinions from the Hindi Dub Voice Actors of Kaiju No. 8 on the Show’s Future in India

Kafka Hibino as seen in the anime (Image via Production I.G)
Kafka Hibino as seen in the anime (Image via Production I.G)

During a conversation, Rushikesh Phunse recounted his observations of manga fans expressing their anticipation for the release of the anime series after its trailer was posted online. He continued to receive messages from numerous individuals praising his voice acting even after the anime premiered, showing that the excitement surrounding the series had not diminished. Additionally, he noticed that fans had high expectations, with some even requesting that the show release two episodes per week.

Adnan Shakeel and Vidit Kumar both share the belief that Kaiju No. 8 has a promising future in India. The anime’s popularity has been steadily growing thanks to its thrilling action and comedic elements. With the upcoming second season, Adnan expects the excitement for the series to reach even greater heights. Vidit also shares this sentiment, as he sees immense potential in the anime’s animation and storyline.

Vidit Kumar shares his views on the anime's potential (Image via Crunchyroll, Production I.G)
Vidit Kumar shares his views on the anime’s potential (Image via Crunchyroll, Production I.G)

At the same time, Nyssha predicts that Kaiju No. 8 will gain such immense popularity in India that people of all ages may begin cosplaying as the characters even before the second season is released.

Kaiju No. 8 Hindi Voice Actors’ Insights on the Anime’s Story

Rushikesh was drawn to the story’s concept because it struck him as particularly original. Kafka had a dream that had gradually slipped from his grasp. However, he was fortunate enough to discover a means to make it a reality.

Kafka Hibino as seen in the anime (Image via Production I.G)
Kafka Hibino as seen in the anime (Image via Production I.G)

Both Adnan and Vidit were thoroughly entertained by the story. They both appreciated the way the character development was infused with action and comedy. In particular, Vidit was impressed with the evolution of Kafka Hibino’s character throughout the series.

On the other hand, Nyssha was a fan of the story’s concept. She pointed out that, unlike most Shonen anime which centered around younger protagonists, Kaiju No. 8 stood out with its choice of an older main character and younger supporting characters.

Kafka Hibino’s voice actor discusses portraying an older character

Rushikesh Phunse shares his experience voicing an older character (Image via Crunchyroll, Production I.G)
Rushikesh Phunse shares his experience voicing an older character (Image via Crunchyroll, Production I.G)

Despite being younger than Kakfa Hibino, Rushikesh Phunse approached him differently by carefully analyzing his various characteristics and traits.

Rushikesh observed that Kafka was a complex character, simultaneously strong and fearful, humorous and serious. He was also someone who valued the contributions of others and was always willing to assist those who approached him. Rushikesh made an effort to thoroughly understand the intricacies of Kafka’s personality and portrayed him accordingly.

Kaiju No. 8 Hindi voice actors share their favorite scenes from the anime

Reno and Kafka as seen in the Kaiju No. 8 anime (Image via Production I.G)
Reno and Kafka as seen in the Kaiju No. 8 anime (Image via Production I.G)

Rushikesh and Adnan thoroughly enjoyed performing the same scene, which depicted Kafka Hibino and Reno Ichikawa’s escape from the hospital after Kafka transformed into a Kaiju. They relished the comedic nature of the scene and were able to incorporate their own spontaneous punchlines with the Director’s approval.

Vidit Kumar had two favorite scenes that he was in love with. The first one was when Soshiro Hoshina reenacted his epic fight with the monstrous Kaiju No. 8 in the gym. The other scene that he adored was when Kafka joined the cadet program and confidently addressed his Captain Mina Ashiro as “Mina.”He found this scene particularly endearing as it showed Hoshina laughing at Kafka’s humorous antics.

Nyssha shares her favorite Kikoru scene from the anime (Image via Crunchyroll, Production I.G)
Nyssha shares her favorite Kikoru scene from the anime (Image via Crunchyroll, Production I.G)

Nyssha was captivated by Kikoru Shinomiya’s introductory scene. The manner in which she boldly addressed Kafka Hibino in the Hindi Dub reminded Nyssha of how Kikoru would speak to someone if she resided in Mumbai.

Kaiju No. 8 Hindi Voice Actors Appreciate Their Spectacular Crew

Upon concluding the interview, the Hindi voice actors of Kaiju No. 8 made sure to commend their exceptional crew, acknowledging how collaborating with them had enhanced their own performances. In addition, they expressed their admiration for the Mixing Engineers, recognizing their outstanding efforts in seamlessly blending the voice actors’ voices into the anime.

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