Oshi no Ko season 2 episode 8 preview and what to expect

The preview for episode 8 of Oshi no Ko season 2, titled ‘Trigger,’ was unveiled by animation studio Doga Kobo ahead of its release on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. Fans can catch the highly anticipated episode on HIDIVE.

The previous episode of the anime delved into Akane’s viewpoint on her confrontation with Kana Arima. Although Kana desired to respond appropriately, her past hesitations about not cooperating and potentially losing roles hindered her. As a result, Akane joined forces with Aqua to encourage Kana to showcase her talents to the fullest.

Note: This article contains spoilers for those who have not yet watched the Oshi no Ko anime.

Exploring Kana Arima’s Past in Oshi no Ko Season 2 Episode 8

Kana Arima as seen in Oshi no Ko season 2 episode 8 preview (Image via Doga Kobo)

Just like the previous episode delved into Akane Kurokawa’s backstory, the upcoming anime episode is expected to explore Kana Arima’s past. This revelation will provide insight into Kana’s actions towards Akane and allow fans to better understand her cynical behavior, which often receives criticism. Ultimately, this will foster empathy towards Kana among viewers.

Despite being recognized as a prodigious child actor, Kana Arima’s career took a downturn when her co-stars were unable to keep up with her exceptional acting abilities. In order to adapt to her peers, she began to adjust her own performances. However, little did anyone know that there was a deeper motivation behind Kana’s sharp demeanor and unwavering determination to succeed in the world of acting.

Oshi no Ko: Season 2, Episode 8 – Gotanda’s Solution for Aqua’s Panic Attacks

Taishi Gotanda as seen in Oshi no Ko season 2 episode 8 preview (Image via Doga Kobo)

Despite Aqua Hoshino’s clear belief that he lacks the necessary talent to pursue acting, he is determined to continue in this career until he fulfills his goal of avenging Ai Hoshino. However, this goal presents a major challenge as it requires him to become a skilled actor, a feat that seems almost impossible due to his tendency to experience debilitating panic attacks while trying to fully embody his characters.

He sought assistance from Taishi Gotanda in the hopes that the director could offer a solution to his problem. Luckily, based on the preview images for the upcoming episode, viewers will likely witness the flashback between Aqua and Gotanda. This is expected to shed light on Aqua’s strategy for managing his panic attacks.

Aqua, Akane, and Kana’s Journey to Success in Oshi no Ko S2E8

Akane Kurokawa as seen in Oshi no Ko season 2 episode 8 preview (Image via Doga Kobo)

Based on the preview images for the upcoming episode, it appears that both Akane and Aqua will have significant roles in the stage play. This progression will likely result in the “work couple”supporting Kana Arima in delivering a stellar performance on stage.

As viewers are aware, Kana has faced challenges in showcasing her true talents due to the demands of production. However, if Aqua and Akane are successful in their mission, the upcoming episode could bring about a significant breakthrough in Kana’s acting career.