Japanese live-action action and coming-of-age television series
Japanese live-action adaptation subverts the classic high school underdog story by throwing it directly into the modern creator economy. Japanese/Korean
He is a struggling, low-ranking high school student who endures relentless bullying while desperately trying to pay for his hospitalized mother's medical bills. Living in a modest ancestral home as a strict miser, his life changes overnight when a street fight is accidentally livestreamed and goes viral. He launches his own online channel to stand up to tormentors, embarking on a turbulent physical and mental transformation through street fighting and social media fame
She serves as the sharp, tech-savvy video editor for Kota Shimura's streaming channel. Initially interacting only online—where everyone assumed she was an old man—she surprises the team when she reveals herself as a cute, short-haired high school girl
Recognizing a lucrative opportunity, Kanegon pivots to become the money-obsessed, camera-wielding cameraman and producer for their new street-fighting channel. He is characterized by his chaotic energy, deep fixation on internet fame, and a relentless drive for profit, which serves as a major catalyst for the channel's rapid rise to stardom
fierce, hot-headed, and intensely proud martial artist. He initially comes across as arrogant, emotionally detached, and easily provoked into violence, possessing an intimidating, dominant aura. He is deeply obsessed with Taekwondo and fiercely protective of his skills
Outwardly, she is a bubbly, extroverted, and confident beauty streamer. To engage her fans, she acts like a flashy, spoiled "trendsetter". In reality, Rumi is deeply perceptive, kind-hearted, and financially struggling. Behind her opportunistic online persona lies a fiercely independent person who fiercely looks out for her friends, teaming up with Kota to help them both earn money
Kaho is highly cooperative and naturally driven to maintain social harmony, always prioritizing the well-being of those around her. Principled, responsible, and ethical, she approaches her relationships with a nurturing instinct, acting as a supportive presence for her friends. She prefers uplifting others over self-centered conflicts, embodying genuine compassion and integrity
• Health Status: She is introduced as a terminally ill cancer patient who is confined to a hospital. Her rising medical expenses and eventual 20-million-won surgery are Hobin’s primary motivations for starting his fighting NewTube channel. • Personality: She is an extremely kind, loving, and selfless mother. Despite being in a weakened state, she constantly worries about Hobin’s well-being and future
As a powerful and calculating underground fight promoter, Kuwata is heavily involved in the chaotic narrative that blends street fighting with online fame. He is notable for organizing matches and serves as a major antagonist to the protagonist, Kota Shimura, leading to intense and climactic physical confrontations in the series
As part of the fighting and streaming hierarchy, Hamaken represents the eccentric, attention-seeking side of viral internet culture. His presence highlights how creators go to extremes for views, clicks, and clout. Mixing comedy with intense high school street brawls, Hamaken remains a highly memorable, trending figure among fans tracking the live-action and anime adaptations
A rising star in the mixed martial arts (MMA) scene, he balances an intimidating, elite-tier fighting aura with a protective, soft-hearted side as Kaho Asamiya’s childhood friend. With his striking looks, chiseled physique, and effortlessly cool demeanor, Tatsuya frequently sparks viral fan edits and "glow-up" montages across social media platforms like TikTok
Beneath the flashing lights of the city's underbelly, the hierarchy is simple: you are either a viewer paying in donations, a creator risking your life for the algorithm, or a casualty left bleeding on the pavement. The streets have become an open-air arena for content creators who realized that traditional martial arts don't mean a thing if you don't know how to take a hit, exploit a camera angle, and manipulate an audience. From the tragic underdogs learning how to fight from mysterious, obscure channels to the arrogant, polished streaming stars backed by corporate sponsors, everyone is chasing the exact same high—the viral hit that changes everything. Tonight, the stream is going live, the chat is getting restless, and the next fight is about to kick off. The only question left is whether you will be the one throwing the punches, or the one viral clip that everyone laughs at tomorrow.
Release Date 2026.10.17 / Last Updated 2026.10.17