'Tokyo Crush' Wins Series Mania Forum Best Project Award

The French-Japanese comedy romance series received the €50,000 prize for its fresh storytelling and cross-cultural appeal at the prestigious TV festival in Lille, France.

• 'Tokyo Crush,' created by Clémence Dargent, was awarded the Series Mania Forum Best Project Award on March 25, 2025, during the Co-Pro Pitching Sessions in Lille, France.
• The jury, led by Studiocanal's M.K. Kennedy, praised the series for its engaging themes of cultural clashes, tradition versus modernity, and romance.
• The series follows Mona, a Parisian chef, as she revamps a struggling Tokyo izakaya alongside Toshiro, the founder's grandson, blending comedy, food, and self-discovery.
• Produced by France's Salle Commune and Japan's Flag Inc., the project reflects the growing trend of cross-cultural storytelling in global TV production.
• Selected from over 400 global submissions, 'Tokyo Crush' was recognized for its originality and potential to resonate with diverse audiences worldwide.

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