- The article discusses the real reason why Yūji Oda declined to appear in the new “Odoru Daisōsasen” (Dancing Cops) movie series.
- Oda, who is known for playing the iconic character of Harumichi Aoshima in the series, was reportedly offered a role in the new film, but turned it down due to issues with the proposed salary.
- The article suggests that Oda may have also been hesitant to reprise the Aoshima character, as he has grown as an actor and may have wanted to explore new roles.
- The article also mentions the ongoing tension between Oda and actor Toshirō Yanagi, who is set to play the lead role in the new “Odoru Daisōsasen” movie.
- Despite Oda’s absence, the new “Odoru Daisōsasen” movie is still highly anticipated by fans of the long-running series.
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Masato Hagiwara’s Departure from the “Odoru Daisosasen” Series
Masato Hagiwara’s Reasons for Declining the Role
According to reports, Masato Hagiwara, known for his portrayal of Haruo Aoshima in the “Odoru Daisosasen” series, declined to appear in the upcoming film installment. The reasons behind his decision are said to be twofold: dissatisfaction with the character’s role and disagreement over the proposed salary.Hagiwara’s Salary Demands and the Production’s Offer
It is reported that Hagiwara had been earning substantial fees for his appearances in the “Odoru Daisosasen” television series and films. While the production team offered a salary of around 200 million yen for the new film, Hagiwara felt that the amount was too low, considering the series’ popularity and his status as the lead actor.Hagiwara’s Concerns about the Character’s Development
In addition to the financial aspect, Hagiwara was also said to be unsatisfied with the direction of the character’s role in the new script. As an experienced actor, he was reportedly seeking opportunities to expand his range and explore more complex characters, rather than being typecast in the familiar “carefree” persona of Aoshima.Hagiwara’s Relationship with Co-star Toshiaki Yanagi
There were also rumors of a longstanding tension between Hagiwara and his co-star Toshiaki Yanagi, who was set to play the lead role in the new film. This alleged conflict stemmed from an incident during the television series, where Hagiwara had criticized Yanagi’s performance, which Yanagi later addressed in a newspaper column.Hagiwara’s Commitment to Artistic Growth
Despite his iconic role as Aoshima, Hagiwara’s decision to decline the offer may have been driven by his desire to explore new creative avenues and challenge himself as an actor. His past comments about the importance of pushing the boundaries of his craft and not being satisfied with “70% effort” suggest that he was seeking opportunities to expand his artistic horizons.The Possibility of Hagiwara’s Future Involvement
While Hagiwara will not be appearing in the upcoming “Odoru Daisosasen” film, fans of the series remain hopeful that he may return to the role in the future, perhaps in a way that better aligns with his artistic vision and professional aspirations.Q&A: The True Story of Oda Yuji Declining “Dancing Cops” Sequel
Q: Why did Yuji Oda refuse to appear in the new “Odoru Daisakusen” series?
A: According to reports, there were two main reasons why Yuji Oda refused to appear in the new “Odoru Daisakusen” movie: 1) He was not satisfied with the role that was written for his character, Haruyoshi Aoshima. 2) He was not satisfied with the salary that the production side offered him.
Q: How much was Yuji Oda typically paid for appearing in the “Odoru Daisakusen” series?
A: It is reported that Yuji Oda was paid around 1.2 million yen per episode for the TV drama version of “Odoru Daisakusen”. However, as the series became a big hit and the movies were produced, his fee reportedly increased to 5 million yen per TV episode and 20 million yen per movie.
Q: What was Yuji Oda’s approach to acting and character development?
A: Yuji Oda is known to be very meticulous and passionate about his acting. He engages in extensive discussions with the director to fully understand and embody his character. Oda believes in putting in 100% effort and has said he gets frustrated with co-stars who are only giving 70% effort. He sees acting as an intense, almost “drug-like” experience.
Q: Why might Yuji Oda have decided to not reprise the role of Aoshima in the new “Odoru Daisakusen” movie?
A: Some suggest that Oda may have felt the character of Aoshima no longer fit him well, as he has matured and his own personality has evolved beyond the carefree nature of the young detective. Additionally, Oda may have wanted to take on new challenges and expand his range as an actor, rather than be typecast in the Aoshima role.
Video: The title translated to English is: Oda Yuji refused to appear in the new “Odoru Daisosasen Series”, the real reason… Speechless over the “exorbitant fee demand” that caused a major uproar!! [Entertainment]
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