Suzu Hirose promotes upcoming film ‘Like the Stars’

Actress Suzu Hirose and novelist Yu Nagira appeared at a promotional event in Tokyo for the upcoming film ‘Like the Stars’ (Nanji, Hoshi no Gotoku), scheduled for release on October 9. The film, directed by Michihito Fujii, is a live-action adaptation of Nagira’s bestselling novel and follows the 15-year relationship between two characters, played by Hirose and Ryusei Yokohama, set against the backdrop of the Seto Inland Sea.

During the event, Nagira shared anecdotes about working with Hirose previously, noting her easygoing nature and her fondness for sweet potato shochu soda. Hirose expressed her excitement for the film's release, stating that she feels as though the ‘Nanji time’ has already begun and is eager for audiences to see the work.