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Ren Meguro is cast for the lead role in live-action film “Sakamoto Days.” Movie is based on manga series “Sakamoto Days” by Yuto Suzuki and directed by Yuichi Fukuda (“Saint Young Men“). Story for “Sakamoto Days” will have Ren Meguro play Taro Sakamoto. He is a former assassin, but is now retired and has a family. To portray Taro Sakamoto, who gained weight up to 140 kg, Ren Meguro underwent special makeup for 4 hours a day when filming.
“Sakamoto Days” will be released sometime in late April, 2026 during Golden Week.
Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki: Taro Sakamoto (Ren Meguro) used to be a legendary hit man that all villains feared. He retired from his job after he fell in love with Aoi, who worked at a convenience store. After getting married and having a daughter, he gained a lot of weight. He now lives a peaceful life with his wife Aoi and daughter, while running his own store, but villains begin to show up at his store one after another. He confronts them to protect his beloved family.
