The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You (Kimi no Koto ga Daidaidaidaidaidaidaisuki na 100-nin no Kanojo), is back with a bang. The second season of this popular anime has already premiered on Crunchyroll, and it does so in a big way: the first episode surprises fans with an unexpected reference to the classic “Your Name”. The romantic comedy continues to elevate its proposal with cultural winks and hilarious situations that promise an unforgettable season.
The highly anticipated second season premiere of The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You arrived yesterday on Crunchyroll, thrilling fans with an installment full of humor, romance and, to the surprise of many, an unexpected reference to the animated classic Your Name. The first episode not only reprised the peculiar tone that characterizes the series, but also incorporated this wink as a sample of the wit and influences that define its narrative.
The 100 Girlfriends, based on the manga by Rikito Nakamura and illustrated by Yukiko Nozawa, follows the misadventures of Rentarō Aijō, a young man with a luck as extraordinary as it is absurd: after years of bad fortune in love, he discovers that he has 100 destined soulmates. However, there is a crucial twist to his story: if Rentarō does not reciprocate the feelings of each of them, they will face tragic misfortune. This quirky concept gives rise to an unusual romantic comedy, where the protagonist must balance his attention, affection and time among a group of girls as numerous as they are varied.
Fans were surprised when the series recreated, with its characteristic humorous style, some of the most emblematic scenes of Your Name. At one point in the episode, a sequence is shown in which the characters undergo a body change similar to that of Mitsuha and Taki, the protagonists of the movie. Also, in a later scene, a kite shower appears that is directly reminiscent of the climax of Makoto Shinkai’s work, capturing both its majesty and visual impact.
What makes this reference even more hilarious is that the series uses the music from Your Name, adding an extra level of nostalgia and comedy. As a tune that inevitably evokes the film plays, the protagonist, Rentarō Aijō, is not quiet: he wryly mentions the film’s title and jokes about how they are recreating such an iconic work within their chaotic reality. This moment not only stands out for its meta-referential humor, but also for how it manages to connect emotionally with viewers by paying homage to a story that marked an entire generation.
The series is known for its light-hearted tone, meta-referential humor and ability to mix hilarious moments with genuine displays of affection. The inclusion of a reference to Your Name, one of the most iconic anime films of the last decade, is no coincidence. This nod functions as an homage to one of the most influential titles in the romance genre, while highlighting the creative team’s ability to connect with contemporary pop culture and capture the attention of its audience.
The return of The 100 Girlfriends promises to continue exploring the formula that made it a hit during its first season. With a fresh approach, endearing characters and situations that defy the logic of traditional romantic comedies, this new installment has everything to establish itself as an audience favorite.
If you haven’t started watching this series yet, now is the perfect time to dive into the world of Rentarō and her unusual harem of soulmates. The second season of The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really, Really, REALLY Love You is available on Crunchyroll, ready to deliver laughs, thrills and, of course, many more surprising references.
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