GTO revival drama explores character evolution in episode 10

The 10th episode of the GTO revival drama, starring Takashi Sorimachi, aired on the 21st, focusing on a complex conflict involving a student's romantic feelings for a school staff member. The plot follows Kotone, a high school student, who is deeply infatuated with Ryunosuke, a school employee. The situation escalates when it is revealed that Kotone's father is Masaru, a former student of the protagonist, Onizuka Eikichi.

In a departure from his younger, more reckless persona, the adult Onizuka navigates the crisis by advising Kotone to maintain her feelings until graduation rather than dropping out of school. This shift in character highlights the evolution of Onizuka from a rule-breaking delinquent to a teacher who considers the long-term consequences and realities of his students' lives.

The episode also sparked significant nostalgia among viewers due to a mention of Miyabi Aizawa, a character from the original 1998 series, which drew emotional reactions from the audience.