Demon Slayer is one of the hottest series in the world right now, and it has the receipts to prove as much. From the manga to the anime, this supernatural series has become a favorite with fans across Japan and the world. Demon Slayer has banked well over a billion yen in the last year alone, but despite its success, the show’s impressive cast won’t see a penny of it added to their salary.
Videos by ComicBook.com
Recently, this info was shared with fans when voice actor Hochu Otsuka appeared on Fuji TV. It was there the 66-year-old actor who plays Sakonji Urokodaki in the anime admitted his pay for Demon Slayer will not be increased because of the show’s success.
Continuing, Otsuka says this salary contract is hard to work around, but actors get rewarded in other ways for starring in popular series. The exposure inevitably leads to more paying gigs whether they be public appearances, concerts, or other gigs. And as an actor’s stardom rises within the industry, it isn’t impossible for talent to renegotiate their salary for a future season. But when it comes to Demon Slayer, it seems the Japanese actors have a ways to go before such a meeting could be held.
What do you think about this new report? Are you surprised by this Demon Slayer revelation? Share your thoughts with us in the comments section below or hit me up on Twitter @MeganPetersCB.
