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Kicking off 2025 with a bang,Solo LevelingSeason 2 has officially arrived and is already making a huge splash online. Season 1 turned a beloved story into a household name with its high-quality production and faithful adaptation of the source material.
Fans who caught the –ReAwakening– compilation film already got a glimpse of the season’s first two episodes. Following all the love and adoration the first season garnered, the upcoming episodes are sure to deliver even more action, adventure, and mystery.
Despite the overwhelming praise for Jinwoo’s new look and enhanced animations,Solo Leveling—Crunchyroll’s most talked-about anime—might have missed an opportunity to leave a lasting impact, much likeKaiju No. 8, due to one key reason.
WhySolo LevelingSeason 2 falls short, unlikeKaiju No. 8
Solo Levelinghas remained a top-tier manhwa, and its anime has taken the franchise to new heights. Furthermore, the anime adaptation has significantly boosted the Webtoon series’ popularity, drawing in a plethora of new readers.
Solo Levelinghas quickly become the biggest new anime of the season, surpassing nearly every other release in recent memory. In the wake ofReAwakening‘s phenomenal success, the two episodes of Season 2 in the movie are now trending online.
ReAwakeningis a recap movie that takes the main plot points of Season 1 and condenses it into116 minutes of big-screen experiencewhile offering a glimpse of Season 2 first two episodes.
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AlthoughEpisode 1 caused a stir online after its premiere, there’s still no news on the English dub release, leaving many Western fans in suspense.
Solo Levelingranks among the few anime to achieve global success despite its relatively lower popularity in Japan, and this achievement owes much to the English dub, withAleks Le’s commitment to perfectly capturingJinwoo’s essence.
Naturally, English dub fans were frustrated, as many expected Episode 1 to launch with both dub and sub available.
Given that thefirst two episodes of Season 2were already teased inReAwakening, complete with an English dub ready to go, it’s puzzling why Crunchyroll is delaying the dub release.
After Season 1’s immense success and the previews for Season 2, Crunchyroll likely should have followed a similar approach toKaiju No. 8, especially consideringSolo Leveling‘s popularity extends far beyond Japan.
Kaiju No. 8released both the subbed and dubbed versions simultaneously on global streaming platforms, which played a major role in its growing popularity. Crunchyroll should have taken note of that strategy.
Unfortunately, there’s still no announcement regarding the English dub release. If Crunchyroll follows the same pattern as Season 1, fans can expect a two-week delay, meaning the English dub may not arrive until August 07, 2025—a long wait for any manhwa fan.
As the anime promises to rework the original manhwa and give more focus to side characters,Solo Levelingfans are in for an exhilarating and action-packed experience in Season 2.
Aleks Le’s commitment to bringing Sung Jinwoo to life in Season 2
Though the anime often finds itself surrounded byimmense pressure and expectations,voice actors’ dedication has resonated with fans, leaving a lasting impression on many.
In the Japanese version, Sung Jinwoo is voiced by Taito Ban, and in the English version, Aleks Le takes on this responsibility.
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Aleks Le recently shared that he and histeam worked overtimeto create the best dialogues for English fans, ensuring they meet expectations and provide a cinematic experience.
He also confronted that he loved the author’s narrative of introducing the chaotic apocalyptic concepts to the real world, which ultimately changed his perspective on the isekai genre.
Following the film’s latest development, Season 2’s first two episodes will cover the entire Red Gate arc of the manhwa, leaving anime watchers eagerly anticipating the sequel release.
Solo Levelingmanhwa can be read on Webtoons, while the anime is available to watch on Crunchyroll
Mehul Rolta
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Mehul Rolta is a seasoned journalist with over 3 years in esports and soccer journalism. Transitioning to anime writing at Fandom Wire, Mehul shares his lifelong passion for anime about integrates professionalism. Dedicated to connecting the world of anime globally, Mehul shares thoughts and insights, communicating personal passion with professional insight.
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