When “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” debuted in 2019, I was captivated right from the initial battle due to the stunningly sharp and pristine visuals. I had never encountered anything that appeared as mesmerizing as this series before. The “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” manga has achieved sales of over 220 million copies globally. This positions the series as the fourth highest-selling manga ever and is a remarkable accomplishment for the relatively brief 23-volume collection, with nearly 10 million copies sold per each volume. It’s no surprise that “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle” has already filled theatres across the board in pre-sales.

Currently, CGMagazine had the privilege of engaging with the English voice actors (VAs) to hear their experiences on the series—and their enthusiasm for the upcoming film: “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle”. We had the opportunity to discuss with the voices of Tanjiro Kamado (Zach Aguilar), Nezuko Kamado (Abby Trott), Agatsuma Zenitsu (Aleks Le), Hashibira Inosuke (Bryce Papenbrook), Tomioka Giyū (Johnny Yong Bosch), and Kaigaku (Alejandro Saab). Many thanks to Route 504 and Crunchyroll for permitting us to converse with several of its cast members, as we reflect on an anime series that has taken five years to develop.

**Reflecting on the “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” series, what were some of your most cherished voice booth experiences over the years, or character moments?**

**Bryce Papenbrook:** I’ve had an absolute blast with Inosuke throughout the years. To me, he represents the joy I experience as a voice actor, and I hope that shines through in the performance. My most enjoyable moments were during the Entertainment District—Inosuke as the detective. Inosuke [was] maneuvering through those small openings, showcasing what his body can achieve—just being quintessentially Inosuke. Participating in that entire season and all those instances brought immense joy.

**Abby Trott:** Nezuko is one of those characters who doesn’t articulate herself as frequently as some others in the series, yet she is among the most emotionally charged characters I’ve ever voiced. Two instances stand out distinctly in that aspect: one being the confrontation with Daki, and the subsequent scene where Nezuko is cradled by Tanjiro, weeping, and then drifting off to sleep.

It transitions from an 11, battling Daki—the fury, growling, ferocity, and then unwinding into chibi Nezuko as she sleeps. That was quite a roller coaster. Another notable moment for me was when Nezuko steps into the sunlight, where she kicks Tanjiro in a selfless gesture, causing him deep emotional distress, and ultimately facing the sun. It’s challenging to witness. Recording it was equally arduous. However, it concludes on a positive note when she emerges into the sunlight and exclaims, “Good morning.” It’s profoundly intense in numerous ways.

I recall being in the booth recording both scenes and feeling trapped in that intensity for a while. Mentally, it’s difficult to detach from it sometimes. I remember our director, Steve [Staley], not quite understanding that I was stuck in this peak moment of intensity. He announced, “Alright, great, moving on,” and I was like, “Wait, hold on! Give me a moment to gather myself here.” Nevertheless, it’s a role filled with deep emotional intensity.

**Aleks Le:** There are numerous excellent and humorous lines that come to mind, along with a plethora of memorable freak-outs. I feel incredibly fortunate because this was my first significant anime role, and having a character so over-the-top is incredible. I believe he’s the most extreme iteration of that type of character I’ve ever encountered, not just in anime but in any form of media. I often mention that the first time I entered the booth and glanced at the script, it was entirely in all caps, and I thought, “Incredible.”

**Alejandro Saab:** I think Aleks summarized nearly everything, especially regarding connecting with fans and how “Demon Slayer” has captivated audiences worldwide. Some of the finest lines, or recordings I consider the best, are found in [“Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle”], which you’ll need to watch to experience fully.

**Johnny Yong Bosch:** There aren’t numerous moments