Oshi no Ko: Aqua meets Hikaru Kamiki as the manga enters its final arc

Following the release of chapter 152 of Oshi no Ko, fans were treated to an early premiere of the 15-Year Lie movie. This provided insight into Gotanda’s perspective on the film. Furthermore, the manga reached a pivotal moment as Aqua Hoshino finally confronted his father, Hikaru Kamiki, and the individual responsible for his mother’s death.

The previous chapter of the manga featured Aqua and Kana going on a catch ball date while wearing their Youtou High School uniforms. This gave them the opportunity to have a meaningful conversation, during which Aqua revealed his dream of becoming a doctor. Kana Arima also expressed her desire to become Aqua’s sole idol.

This article includes spoilers from the manga Oshi no Ko.

Oshi no Ko: Chapter 152 – 15-Year Lie Early Screening Announced

Akane Kurokawa as seen in Oshi no Ko chapter 152 (Image via Shueisha)

In chapter 152 of Oshi no Ko, entitled ‘Interview,’ Taishi Gotanda is shown giving an interview prior to the advanced showing of the 15-Year Lie film. He conveyed that he had no desire to direct a fictional piece and had put all his effort into portraying the truth in an engaging manner. Gotanda also mentioned that the movie was dedicated to Ai Hoshino.

The early screening premiere in Chapter 152 was a powerful moment for the people involved in the film who were able to witness it. While many were seen sobbing, Akane Kurokawa had a different reason for her tears.

Ruby Hoshino as seen in Oshi No Ko chapter 152 (Image via Shueisha)

Following the film, Frill Shiranui commended Taishi Gotanda for his exceptional directing skills. Although there were some moments of weak acting, Aqua’s editing successfully concealed them.

According to Ruby Hoshino’s co-stars, she initially struggled with her acting at the beginning of the film. However, her final scene was so brilliantly executed that it left viewers with a positive impression of the movie.

Kaburagi and Gotanda as seen in Oshi no Ko chapter 152 (Image via Shueisha)

In Oshi no Ko chapter 152, the focus shifted to Kaburagi Masaya and Taishi Gotanda as they reflected on their achievements with the film. Despite Gotanda’s uncertainty about whether he had truly portrayed Ai Hoshino well, he felt a sense of relief as his guilt began to dissipate.

Gotanda assumed that Kaburagi must have felt the same way, as he was the one responsible for introducing Ai to Hikaru. Although Kaburagi denied it, he secretly wished that he had played a part in uncovering the truth about Ai’s death.

In chapter 152 of Oshi no Ko, the focus shifted to Aqua Hoshino as he participated in an interview. The interviewer inquired about his motivations for portraying Hikaru Kamiki. Aqua revealed that he acted for his own personal fulfillment, rather than solely to please others.

Aqua and Hikaru as seen in Oshi no Ko chapter 152 (Image via Shueisha)

The interviewer then inquired about Aqua’s friendships, to which he responded that he did not hold any strong feelings for anyone and had no plans to reciprocate any love. He hoped that those who accepted this aspect of his personality would be the ones to like him. However, the interviewer quickly discerned the falsity in Aqua’s statement. In reality, Aqua distanced himself from his friends because he cared deeply for them.

Despite Aqua’s efforts to conceal his emotions, the interviewer, who turned out to be his father Hikaru Kamiki, questioned why he was attempting to suppress them. It was then that the manga unveiled the interviewer’s true identity.

Aqua revealed that his motivation for acting was his desire for revenge against Hikaru, the killer of his mother. He emphasized that he and Ruby could not progress without seeking retribution against their father.