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Two-time Oscar winner Chloé Zhao and Nicolas Gonda have launched Kodansha Studios, a global production company dedicated to creating live-action film and television adaptations of manga properties from Kodansha, a leading Japanese publisher. Zhao will serve as Chief Creative Officer, and Gonda as President and COO. The studio aims to connect international filmmakers with Japanese manga authors to develop high-quality adaptations of popular titles like “Akira” and “Attack on Titan.”

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Chloe Zhao Launches Kodansha Studios for Manga Adaptations

Hollywood, CA – Two-time Oscar-winning director Chloé Zhao (“Nomadland,” “Eternals”) and producer Nicolas Gonda have announced the launch of Kodansha Studios, a new global studio focused on bringing popular manga titles to life through live-action film and television. The studio will leverage the vast library of Kodansha, a leading Japanese publisher known for iconic manga series such as “Akira” and “Attack on Titan.”

Zhao will serve as Chief Creative Officer, while Gonda takes on the role of President and Chief Operations Officer. The studio’s mission is to connect international filmmakers with renowned Japanese manga creators, fostering collaborations that result in premium adaptations across genres like romance, drama, horror, action, and fantasy.

“We are constantly seeking new avenues to deliver the rich, diverse narratives originating from Japan to a global audience,” said Yoshinobu Noma, CEO of Kodansha, in a statement. “This studio is our commitment to accelerating direct partnerships with premier global artists, producers, and partner studios.”

Zhao expressed her personal connection to manga, stating, “I grew up reading and drawing Manga. Kodansha has an unparalleled library of manga and novels cultivated by master storytellers just waiting to be brought to life onscreen. By connecting these brilliant authors with their filmmaker counterparts internationally, we can empower both parties while driving a wave of exceptional storytelling.”

Kodansha’s library includes a diverse array of popular titles, including “Tokyo Revengers,” “Blue Lock,” and “The Seven Deadly Sins,” having sold over half a billion copies worldwide. Kodansha Studios will be headquartered in Tokyo, with additional offices in China, Europe, and the United States.

Zhao’s recent work includes the upcoming film “Hamnet,” starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, which won the People’s Choice Award for Best Film at the Toronto Film Festival. Gonda recently produced “Hamnet” and has produced more than 20 films including Terrence Malick’s Oscar-nominated “The Tree of Life.” He also serves as an EP on the upcoming “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” series.

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