Wanna Be the Strongest in the World
Wanna Be the Strongest in the World

Wanna Be the Strongest in the World

2013TV ShowEndedJapanese

Sakura Hagiwara, the main vocalist of the nationally renowned idol group Sweet Diva, suddenly decides to become a female professional wrestler.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Masahiko OkuraGenres: Animation, Action, Comedy, Sports

Plot Summary

In a world where women's professional wrestling has become a global phenomenon, a young idol singer named Momota Nozomi decides to join the sport to fulfill her promise to her late father. Despite her small stature and initial lack of experience, Nozomi dedicates herself to intense training, facing fierce competitors and overcoming numerous challenges. She aims to become the top female wrestler, proving that even a seemingly fragile idol can possess incredible strength and determination.

Critical Reception

The anime received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its energetic action sequences and unique premise blending idol culture with professional wrestling. However, some critics noted that the plot could be predictable and that certain character developments felt rushed.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its vibrant animation and exciting wrestling matches.
  • The blend of idol singing and professional wrestling was seen as a unique and appealing concept.
  • Some found the narrative a bit formulaic, but the characters' determination was generally admired.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the show's energetic and fun approach to its unusual premise. Viewers enjoyed the determination of the protagonist and the spectacle of the wrestling matches, finding it an entertaining watch.

Fun Fact

The anime is based on a Japanese light novel series written by Kiyoshi Kasai and illustrated by Yūki Shindō.

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