Crunchyroll Announces Big Changes for 2025 Anime Awards

Crunchyroll has announced significant changes for the 2025 Anime Awards! Here are some of the key updates:

Date and Location: The awards will be held on May 25, 2025, in Tokyo, Japan.
Expanded Eligibility Period: The eligibility window for nominations has been extended to cover anime released from October 1, 2023, to December 31, 2024. This ensures a broader range of anime is considered.
New Categories: New award categories include Best Isekai and Best Hindi Voice Artist. There will be a total of 32 categories.
Celebrity Presenters: Brazilian singer and drag queen Pabllo Vittar will be the first celebrity presenter announced for the event. Voice actress Sally Amaki and entertainer Jon Kabira will return as co-hosts.
Opening Remarks: Kenichiro Yoshida, Chairman and CEO of Sony Group Corporation, will deliver the opening remarks.

The nominees will be revealed on April 3, 2025, and fan voting will begin on the same day. This year's awards promise to be an exciting celebration of anime, with a focus on global participation and recognition of diverse talents.