MindaRyn: The Anisong Queen Unleashes Her Power in Manila!
Okay, my fellow weebs and food enthusiasts, grab your Jollibee buckets and hold onto your anime figurines because we just had an *utterly phenomenal* chat with the one and only MindaRyn—your new anisong obsession who’s exploding onto the scene faster than you can shout “Nani?!” This girl set Manila ablaze (figuratively, we hope) during her whirlwind visit for Cosplay Mania 2026—an event where dreams come true, and people secretly wish for a Jollibee mobile truck to roll up and feed their anime souls. And guess what? She’s about to light up the stage at the JAM Concert on October 4, part of her first-ever Asia tour, “Calling Back.” Not a fishing expedition, trust me!
From Bangkok to Badassery: MindaRyn’s Wild Ride
Zooming straight from Thailand, MindaRyn has rocketed to global fame and become that anisong artist you never knew you needed until she whipped out her incredible voice. You may recognize her belting out bangers like “Like Flames” from That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime—because who *wouldn’t* want to come back as a gooey blob sometimes? Or her angst-ridden serenade “Fireworks” from Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke’s Mansion, and let’s not forget about “Daylight” from Arifureta: From Commonplace to World’s Strongest. Listen closely and you might catch her seal of approval on your hot Cheeto fingers as we dive into the depths of her soulful journey.
q: What’s it like being back in the Philippines?
MindaRyn: First off, thank you! Being back in the Philippines is like crashing a family reunion where everyone’s ecstatic to see you—and by everyone, I mean *you*. Seriously, Filipino fans are like a warm blanket made of love and rice! And let’s not sugarcoat it: Jollibee is the Holy Grail of fast food, and they need to build a shrine to it in Japan already. (Let’s start a viral petition, people!) But real talk—I’m also obsessed with laing. It’s this amazing soup that hugs you back. A giant hug in a bowl? Sign me up!
q: What’s your biggest struggle as an anisong artist?
MindaRyn: Challenges—much like my uncle when he tries to assemble IKEA furniture—just *won’t go away*! Every job comes with its anime-esque trials, and for me? It’s the sneaky beast called loneliness, stalking me like a clingy puppy when I’m roaming abroad. Moving to a new country is like a gripping plot twist, and then living there turns into that awkwardly long wait for a new season of your favorite anime—life gets frustrating fast!
While I can’t say I’ve solved the loneliness dilemma, I combat it like a true warrior—by dialing up home like it’s a hot pizza delivery! Sometimes, just hearing familiar voices is like an espresso shot for my soul. It’s why my tour is called “Calling Back”—because we all need that comforting call from Mom reminding us to wear socks to bed!
And every time I return to the Philippines, your radiant smiles have me questioning my life choices, like, “Could I just switch my travel itinerary for a Filipino passport?” Seriously, who wouldn’t want to be part of this laughter-filled family?
q: Is there a song of yours that hits differently?
MindaRyn: Heck yes! “Remaining Story” is basically my heart served on a fancy platter. It’s about searching for that elusive *next level* in life, even when you feel like a background character in your own show. Imagine pushing ahead like a determined anime hero, hoping to create a saga that’s worth a season finale!
Even after five years in Japan, I still get that outsider vibe lurking around me like a rusty ninja. It’s especially real in Thailand when you’re the lone samurai high-fiving your love for anime while everyone else is deep into their *real estate dreams on Mars*. But when I stand on stage in front of rabid anime fans like you? That’s the moment the clouds part and I finally feel like I’m *home*! 🎤✨
Shoutout & Sign Off!
A massive thank you to MindaRyn for laying her soul bare for us! Be sure to stalk her on X (formerly Twitter) and subscribe to her YouTube for all the latest drops. Huge thanks to Cosplay.ph for making this magical moment happen! And if you crave more anime and cosplay craziness, make a beeline for the Cosplay Mania Facebook page for all the juicy deets.
So keep your eyes peeled and don’t forget to grab your chicken joy, folks! 🐔🎶
Feature Image: © Yoshimoto Kogyo Co., Ltd.
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