The upcoming TV anime adaptation of Nikumaru’s comedy manga, BADGIRL, continues to generate buzz ahead of its July 2025 premiere. The latest offering is a lyric promotional video featuring characters Mizuka Mizutori and Rura Ruriha covering Glay’s hit song “Kanojo no ‘Modern…'” (Her “Modern…”). This unexpected musical venture has fans curious and eager to see how it fits into the anime’s overall theme.
The “BADGIRL” Anime: What’s It All About?
Before diving into the music video, let’s recap what BADGIRL is all about. The story revolves around Yu Yutani, a first-year high school student who appears to be the model student: perfect attendance, excellent grades, and beloved by her teachers. However, Yu has a secret desire: to become a “wicked delinquent” to capture the attention of Atori Mizutori, the head of the school’s disciplinary committee, whom she idolizes.
Yu’s attempts to cultivate a delinquent persona, despite her innate good nature, form the core of the comedy. The manga, serialized in Houbunsha’s Manga Time Kirara Carat since March 2021, has garnered nominations for the Next Manga Awards, highlighting its popularity and comedic appeal.
Tenrogun: The Voice Actresses Unite
The Glay cover is performed by Tenrogun, a special unit formed by the anime’s four lead voice actresses:
- Azusa Tachibana (Yū Yutani)
- Niina Hanamiya (Atori Mizutori)
- Misato Matsuoka (Suzu Suzukaze)
- Miharu Hanai (Rura Ruriha)
While the recent video highlights Mizuka and Rura, the formation of Tenrogun suggests that more musical performances from the cast are likely on the horizon. This project adds another layer to the anime adaptation, showcasing the voice actresses’ talents beyond their voice work.
“Kanojo no ‘Modern…'”: A Blast from the Past
The choice of Glay’s “Kanojo no ‘Modern…'” is an interesting one. Glay, a popular Japanese rock band, originally released the song in the late 1990s. It’s a well-known and beloved song in Japan, likely adding to the promotional video’s appeal for local audiences.
Production Details and Staff
The BADGIRL anime is being produced by Bridge, with Jōji Furuta (known for Shaman King) directing the series. Shoji Yonemura (known for Pokémon, Fairy Tail) is in charge of series composition, ensuring a cohesive narrative. Yūki Morimoto (Miss Monochrome) is designing the characters, while Arisa Okehazama (Jujutsu Kaisen, The Apothecary Diaries) is composing the music. The team aims to bring Nikumaru’s comedic vision to life.
Cast Details
The main cast includes:
- Azusa Tachibana as Yū Yutani
- Niina Hanamiya as Atori Mizutori
- Misato Matsuoka as Suzu Suzukaze
- Miharu Hanai as Rura Ruriha
- Kaori Maeda as Mizuka Mizutori
- Lynn as Kiyoraka Sumiki
Where and When to Watch
BADGIRL is scheduled to premiere in July 2025 and will air on Tokyo MX and BS11 in Japan.
What to Expect
With its quirky premise, talented voice cast, and experienced production team, BADGIRL is shaping up to be a fun addition to the Summer 2025 anime season. Whether the anime will stay true to the manga’s four-panel format or explore new narrative avenues remains to be seen.
