Oshi no Ko

"Oshi no Ko" (【推しの子】), which can be translated as "My Star" or "My Favorite Idol's Children," is a Japanese manga series written by Aka Akasaka and illustrated by Mengo Yokoyari. It began serialization in Shueisha's Weekly Young Jump on April 23, 2020, and concluded on November 14, 2024, with a total of 16 tankōbon volumes. The story follows Gorou Amamiya, a rural obstetrician-gynecologist and avid fan of idol Ai Hoshino. After Ai becomes pregnant and arrives at his hospital, Gorou is mysteriously murdered and reincarnated as Ai's son, Aquamarine Hoshino. Simultaneously, Gorou's patient, Sarina Tendouji, also an Ai fan, is reincarnated as Ai's daughter, Ruby Hoshino. The twins enter the deceptive and dark entertainment industry after Ai's murder, seeking truth and revenge. The series explores the darker side of the entertainment world and the complex emotional relationships between characters, earning praise for its captivating plot and profound themes. An anime adaptation of "Oshi no Ko" has further amplified its impact. The manga has garnered considerable attention in the anime community due to its unique perspective and thought-provoking narrative.