LE SSERAFIM Brings “Kawaii” Energy to Netflix’s ‘My Melody & Kuromi’
The new stop-motion series will premiere on July 24.
Summary
- Netflix unveiled the My Melody & Kuromi stop-motion series trailer
- Premiering July 24, 2025, the story follows My Melody and Kuromi’s rivalry as a mysterious heart disrupts Mariland
- LE SSERAFIM performs the theme song, “Kawaii” (Prod. Gen Hoshino)
Netflix has officially unveiled the trailer for My Melody & Kuromi, a charming stop-motion animated series featuring two of Sanrio’s most beloved characters. Set to premiere worldwide on July 24, 2025, the series celebrates My Melody’s 50th anniversary and Kuromi’s 20th anniversary. It brings their whimsical world to life with intricate, handcrafted animation. The show is directed by Tomoki Misato and written by Shuko Nemoto, with production handled by TORUKU from WIT STUDIO, a company renowned for its high-quality anime productions.
The story unfolds as My Melody opens a delightful cake shop in Mariland. However, her sweet new venture takes an unexpected turn when she encounters a mysterious heart in the forest, triggering a series of strange events. Meanwhile, across the street, Kuromi, her self-proclaimed rival, struggles to attract customers to her own Japanese sweets shop. As the two prepare for a sweets-making contest, judged by renowned pastry chef Pistachio, they unknowingly set off a chain of events that could alter the fate of Mariland. Blending lighthearted storytelling with whimsical adventure, the series offers a fresh take on their dynamic friendship
Adding to the show’s playful and charming atmosphere, the theme song, “Kawaii (Prod. Gen Hoshino),” is performed by the popular K-pop girl group LE SSERAFIM. With 12 episodes, each approximately 13 minutes long, My Melody & Kuromi sets out to deliver a visually captivating and heartwarming experience for Sanrio fans.
