VIVANT actors draw attention for dramatic character transformations

Actors from the TBS drama series ‘VIVANT’ have drawn significant attention for their appearances outside of their intense on-screen roles.

Sumire Hanaoka, who plays the hacker ‘Blue Walker’ (Riho Ota), has gone viral after photos surfaced showing the contrast between her character’s intense promotional visuals and her natural appearance. Fans noted the striking difference in her expression and styling compared to the character’s dramatic look.

Additionally, actress Ryo Tamaki, who portrays Mizuki Hirose, participated in a makeup lesson event at a private girls' high school in Tokyo. Tamaki, known for her character's heavy special effects makeup depicting severe injuries in the series, appeared in a natural style, delighting fans who noted the transformation from her character's battered appearance.