What's going on with Sono Bisque Doll?

Members of a popular commentary forum have been plunged into an intense debate about the reasons behind the lack of information about the sequel to "Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru (My Dress-Up Darling)." With more than a year since its announcement, fans are eager for more content from this attention-grabbing series in 2022. However, even though the manga has already advanced enough, there have been no significant updates.

Among the many theories circulating, one of the most mentioned is that while "Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru" was undoubtedly popular at the time, it was "the least popular among the popular ones," especially compared to other 2022 hits like "Chainsaw Man," "Lycoris Recoil," and "Bocchi the Rock!". This perception could have influenced the production priorities of committee members and animation studio CloverWorks.

In addition, the upcoming anime adaptation of "2.5 Dimensional Seduction," another cosplay-focused franchise produced by Shueisha, could be drawing comparisons and competition if "Sono Bisque Doll" returns this year. This situation could have led to a strategic pause in the development of the sequel.

However, the most pressing concern revolves around the current state of the career of voice actress Hina Suguta, who plays Marin Kitagawa herself. Since leaving her representation agency, Amino Produce, in mid-2023, Suguta has been working as a freelancer and has had no relevant involvement in the anime industry. This situation, where the actress has to actively look for opportunities, may have negatively affected the progression of the sequel project.

In contrast, his colleague Shoya Ishige, who played Wakana Gojo, has landed starring roles in several anime productions since "Sono Bisque Doll," suggesting a career on the rise. As if that weren't enough, the band Spira Spica, responsible for the opening of the series, has also faced setbacks. The loss of their guitarist and bassist in August 2022 has kept the band dormant ever since, which could have hampered plans for the new season if they contemplated the band returning to participate.

In short, the combination of factors, from the perception of popularity to the individual problems of the cast members and production team, could be contributing to the stagnation of the "Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru" sequel project. Meanwhile, fans continue to eagerly await news about the future of this beloved series.