Crunchyroll is excited to announce a thrilling collaboration that will elevate the anime experience for Indian audiences! Rana Daggubati, the celebrated Indian actor renowned for his powerful performances in blockbuster films like Baahubali and Ghazi, will lend his iconic voice to the formidable Ice Elf, Barca, in the highly anticipated second season of the anime series Solo Leveling. Daggubati will voice Barca in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, making this a landmark moment for regional representation in anime.
A Cinematic Experience Awaits
Adding to the excitement, Crunchyroll, in partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment, will release the Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- fan omnibus film in theaters across India on December 6, 2024. This film will be the first opportunity for fans to experience Rana’s Hindi performance as Barca, setting the stage for an unforgettable cinematic journey.
In both Solo Leveling Season 2 and Solo Leveling -ReAwakening-, Barca emerges as a powerful Ice Elf and the boss of the Red Gate Dungeon. Fans can expect a thrilling clash as Barca’s mastery of swordsmanship, speed, and stealth challenges the evolving powers of the protagonist, Jinwoo, adding new layers to the epic narrative of Solo Leveling.
Rana Daggubati’s Excitement
Rana Daggubati expressed his enthusiasm for this unique role, stating, “Voicing Barca in Solo Leveling across three languages has been an exciting challenge that I truly enjoyed. Bringing such a complex, powerful character to life in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu allowed me to connect with anime in a way I’ve never done before. This is a unique, thrilling journey into the anime world, and I can’t wait for audiences to experience the action!”
Crunchyroll’s Commitment to Indian Audiences
Akshat Sahu, Senior Director of Marketing – APAC at Crunchyroll, shared his excitement about the collaboration: “We are thrilled to work with Rana Daggubati, who brings a powerful presence to the character of Barca in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. His involvement reflects our commitment to delivering culturally resonant anime experiences in India. We’re excited to offer Indian audiences a truly immersive and accessible anime experience on both big and small screens.”
The Story Behind Solo Leveling
Solo Leveling is adapted from Chugong’s best-selling Korean web novel, which gained immense popularity after being transformed into a webtoon and manhwa illustrated by DUBU. The first season premiered globally on Crunchyroll on January 6, 2024, with the second season set to debut in January 2025.
The Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- film will be available in theaters in Hindi, English, and Japanese, providing fans with a cinematic recap of the first season while offering an exclusive sneak peek at the first two episodes of the eagerly awaited second season.
Behind the Scenes
The anime series is animated by the acclaimed A-1 Pictures, known for hits like Sword Art Online, with motion graphics by Production I.G, the studio behind Attack on Titan and PSYCHO-PASS. Directed by Shunsuke Nakashige, the series features music by renowned composer Hiroyuki Sawano and the popular K-pop band TOMORROW X TOGETHER. Character design is by Tomoko Sudo, with monster design by Hirotaka Tokuda, ensuring a visually stunning experience.
