■ “I’m so happy that a sequel to Battle King has been decided!” (ONE N’ ONLY Yamashita Eiyu)
It has been about two years since the release of “Battle King!! -We’ll rise again-,” ONE N’ ONLY’s first starring movie, a coming-of-age movie that passionately depicts dance, battle, and friendship.
The sequel, “BATTLE KING!! Map of the Mind,” which depicts their subsequent adventures, has been announced to be released in two parts. A teaser visual and a special trailer have been released.
In addition to ONE N’ ONLY, the performers will include BUDDiiS members Ogawa Fumiki, Takao Fumiya, Nose Yuma, Otsuki Takuya, and Mori Shuto, as well as reunited EBiDAN members Muto Jun (It’s All My Fault) and Sono Shunta (M!LK).
The film depicts the group’s journey together as they strive to become the world’s best dancers, as well as the intense battle action and inner conflicts each of them faces.
The teaser visual released this time features the nine key people in the story lined up along with the catchphrase, “I’m ready,” making for an impressive visual that gives a glimpse into each of their characters and feelings through their expressions.
In contrast to the expressions of the six “Jackpoz” played by ONE N’ ONLY (Takasaki Genjiro, Naoe Ainosuke, Kai Genbu, Kurama Kenichiro, Sanada Shinsaku, Saotome Izo) and BUDDiiS’s Ogawa Fumiki (who plays the Nanbu Beauty), the melancholy expressions of fellow BUDDiiS members Takao Fumiya (who plays Naoe Ryunosuke) and Mori Shuto (who plays Yamagata Kotaro) help us imagine the unfolding of the story.
The special trailer, set to ONE N’ ONLY’s “We’ll rise again,” looks back on the fight and dance scenes, not only evoking the excitement of the previous film but also getting your heart racing with anticipation for the new story.
In contrast to the main character Genjiro’s (Yamashita Eiyu) line, “Together with my precious friends, I will take the top spot in the world through dancing!”, there is a scene where Naoe Ryunosuke (Takao Fuuya) is holding his head alone and also has a meaningful line, “Everything has changed.” It suggests that an exciting development awaits.
This film tells the story of the main characters, who were once delinquents who always fought, but who then meet their friends and dance, and climb out of rock bottom towards their dreams together with their friends.
This “dance x battle” entertainment adds the element of “dance” unique to EBiDAN to the “handsome battle action,” and the dance performances and battle action are scaled up even further.
The film also portrays the deeper bonds between “friends” and “brothers,” a theme that runs throughout the series, as they each pursue their dreams despite their own doubts and conflicts.
The entertainment movie “BATTLE KING!! Map of The Mind – Part 1 and Part 2” is filled with dancing, singing, battles, cuteness, coolness, excitement, fear, laughter, and tears. The two films will be released consecutively in 2025 at United Cinema Aquacity Odaiba and other theaters nationwide.
■ Comment from Eiyu Yamashita (ONE N’ ONLY)
I’m Yamashita Eiku, who played the role of Takasaki Genjiro.
I’m so happy that a sequel to Battle King has been decided!
It’s been about two years since I last played the main character, Kosaka Genjiro, and there are some performances that I was only able to express now, so I can’t wait for everyone to see it.
In this work, I think you will be able to see more of each character’s past, encounters with friends, and how they help each other achieve their dreams and overcome any obstacles they come across in the previous work!
The action scenes are also extremely intense!
What is important and what is necessary? It can be easy to lose sight of this, but I hope this movie will make you realize once again that the things that are truly important are all around us!
I’m happy to be able to share this work with you all again!
Please come see it at the theater!!■ Comment from Hayato Takao (ONE N’ ONLY)
I’m Takao Hayato, who played the role of Naoe Ainosuke.
It’s a truly rare opportunity for all the members of ONE N’ ONLY to take on a starring role in a movie, so I was very happy when a sequel was announced!
Until the script was completed, the members were speculating about how the story would turn out and were looking forward to it even before filming began.
I think this movie is once again packed with entertainment, with action scenes, dancing, and singing!
There will also be scenes where each character is explored in greater depth, so look forward to it!■Comment from Naoya Kusakawa (ONE N’ ONLY)
I’m Naoya Kusakawa, who played the role of Kai Genbu.
I was already happy that the previous film, in which all of us in ONE N’ ONLY appeared, was being released, but I was really surprised to find out that a sequel was being made.
I’m so grateful to everyone who watched the previous film!
In this latest production, six island-raised guys bring us an even more passionate and intense youth!
This film is even more powerful than the previous one and is definitely worth watching, so please look forward to it!
I hope you’ll become completely hooked on Battle King, including the first and second parts!■Comment from Kenshin Uemura (ONE N’ ONLY)
My name is Uemura Kenshin, and I played the role of Kurama Kenichiro.
I’m very happy that a sequel to Battle King has been decided!
This production is even more powerful than the previous one, and is packed with all of our charm, including action scenes and performances, so it’s definitely worth watching.
You’ll be able to experience the passionate friendship, the single-minded dedication to achieving your dreams, and the essence of youth, so be sure to check it out at the theater!!■Comment from Tetsuya Seki (ONE N’ ONLY)
I’m Seki Tetta, who played the role of Sanada Shinsaku.
I’m so happy that a sequel to Battle King has been decided!
It’s been about two years since the last release, so look forward to seeing how Jackpoz has grown!
I think the action scenes have also evolved even further.
I did a lot of training and physical training for the action scenes, so I hope you’ll pay attention to them!■ Comment from Rei Sawamura (ONE N’ ONLY)
I’m Sawamura Rei, who played the role of Saotome Izo.
Sorry for keeping everyone waiting! A sequel to Battle King has been confirmed!
The character of Saotome, the character I play, is stronger in this production than in the previous one!
I think this sequel will allow you to become even more immersed in the world, so I hope you enjoy it while paying attention to the details.■Comment from Ogawa Fumiki (BUDDiiS)
Sorry for the wait!
Battle King has been announced… It’s here!
My name is Ogawa Fumiki and I played the role of a southern beauty.
This time, we get to see more of the humanity of each character than in the previous episode, and there are plenty of new enemies, allies, and action.
It’s truly a work worth seeing!
The bond between friends grows stronger as they overcome various obstacles. I think this is a movie that will encourage everyone who watches it, so
Please come and see it at the theater!■ Comment from Fuuya Takao (BUDDiiS)
I am Takao Fuuya, who continues to play the role of Naoe Ryunosuke from the previous work.
First of all, I’m very happy to be able to play Ryunosuke again!
Since this is a sequel, I did my best to give more depth to the character of Ryunosuke!
Also, the set was even warmer than the previous film, and it was a lot of fun!
Find out what happened to Ryunosuke after that incident and look forward to learning more about the characters!■Comment from Yuma Nose (BUDDiiS)
I’m Nose Yuma, who played the role of Kinoshita Yuta.
This latest installment is packed with plenty of fun scenes, including more powerful action scenes than the previous one and details about characters’ pasts that weren’t revealed in the previous installment!
This time too, I received instruction and practiced action scenes before filming, so I hope you enjoy not only the story but also the action scenes!
Please look forward to its release!!■ Comment from Takuya Otsuki (BUDDiiS)
My name is Otsuki Takuya and I will be playing the role of Akiyama Shingo, following on from the previous film.
The role of a Yankee is something that is hard to imagine ourselves playing in our normal lives, so I really enjoyed playing a different version of myself this time.
Speaking of “Battle King,” the action is extremely exciting, and I remember having a very valuable experience with the previous film, both as a participant and as a viewer of the action.
As it is a sequel, I think there will be plenty of action as well as many elements that expand the world view, so I hope you enjoy that aspect as well.■Comment from Shuuto Mori (BUDDiiS)
This is Mori Shuuto, who plays Kotaro Yamagata.
I am happy to be able to play Yamagata again.
This time too there were of course powerful action scenes, but I got the impression that there were more acting scenes compared to last time, so I think we were able to create Yamagata while exploring more!
I hope you will pay attention to Yamagata’s past, changes in his feelings, and his action!■ Comment from Director Genki Takigawa
Sorry for the wait!! Battle King is back!!
This time, Battle King has returned, more powerful than ever.
New characters will also appear, the world view will be scaled up, and hints from the previous work and the feelings that led them to where they are today will also be depicted, so you’re sure to be taken on a rollercoaster ride of emotions, from laughter to tears of emotion.
Also, the expressions that can only be seen in the movie “BATTLE KING!! Map of the Mind – Part 1 and Part 2” and the unique production of the movie will make you say, “Two eyes are not enough!”
Additionally, the cast members have continued to grow as artists since the previous film, and are more attractive than ever. At the same time, the film’s depiction of the protagonists’ drive to forge ahead with conviction, the beautiful friendship they have with their peers, and the beauty and coolness that emanates from within have all contributed to the creation of a wonderful movie.
I am confident that this film will be the number one and only movie you have ever seen!
I personally believe this is my masterpiece as a film director and one I am most proud of, so I hope many people will see it!!
Movie Information
Movie “BATTLE KING!! Map of the Mind – Part 1 and Part 2”
Director and scriptwriter: Genki Takigawa
Cast: ONE N’ ONLY / Eiyu Yamashita, Hayato Takao, Naoya Kusakawa, Kenshin Uemura, Tetta Seki, Rei Sawamura, Fumiki Ogawa, Fuuya Takao, Yuma Nose, Takuya Otsuki, Shuuto Mori, Jun Muto, Shunta Sono / Ryushin Tei / Fumina Hara
Distribution and promotion: S.D.P.
Release date: 2025, United Cinema Aquacity Odaiba and other locations nationwide
(C) Movie “BATTLE KING!! Map of The Mind” Production Committee
【story】
Genjiro Takasaki (Eku Yamashita), a delinquent who spent his days fighting, discovered dance and formed “Jackpoz” with his friends.
I spent my days fulfillingly striving to be the best in the world.
One day, in order to avenge Ainosuke Naoe (Hayato Takao), Ainosuke’s younger brother Ryunosuke, who was arrested two years ago for injuring Kotaro Yamagata (Shuto Mori),
(Takao Fuuya) is released from a juvenile detention center. Genjiro and the others welcome him back with joy, but Ryunosuke is unable to keep up with the changes and is privately confused.
And then, their arch enemy, Kotaro, appears before them once again.
“BATTLE KING!! Map of the Mind – Part 1 and Part 2” work site
https://battleking-movie.com
