by The results of the 12th annual Anime Trending Awards—one of the most popular global anime voting events have officially been announced, and one franchise stood above the rest:
Uma Musume Cinderella Gray
With overwhelming fan support, Uma Musume secured multiple top honors, proving its massive popularity among international anime audiences.
What Are the Anime Trending Awards? (Beginner-Friendly)
The Anime Trending AwardsThey
are based entirely on fan votes worldwide, organized by the English-language anime platform Anime Trending.
Key Categories Include:
- Anime of the Year
- Best Anime Movie
- Boy & Girl of the Year
- Best Opening & Ending Songs
- Voice Actor Awards
These awards reflect real-time global fan preferences, making them highly influential.
Anime of the Year 2025 Winners
Top 3 Rankings:
Uma Musume Cinderella Gray
The Apothecary Diaries Season 2
Re: Zero − Starting Life in Another World Season 3
Why ‘Uma Musume’ Won:
- Strong emotional storytelling
- Popular real-life-inspired characters
- Massive fanbase worldwide
It successfully blends sports, drama, and character growth.
Anime Movie of the Year
Winner:
Uma Musume Pretty Derby: The Door to a New Era
This marks a double victory for the Uma Musume franchise.
Interesting Update:
- Japan Release: 2024
- North America Release: 2026
Despite the release gap, international fans still voted it as the best anime movie.
Character Awards Highlights
Boy of the Year:
- Jinshi
from The Apothecary Diaries
Girl of the Year:
- Oguri Cap
from Uma Musume Cinderella Gray
Best Couple:
- Rintaro × Kaoruko
Romantic chemistry continues to be a key factor in fan voting trends.
Best Theme Songs of 2025
Opening Song of the Year:
- Mirage
from Call of the Night Season 2
Ending Song of the Year:
- Kawaii Kaiwai
from My Dress-Up Darling Season 2
Voice Actor Awards
Best Male Voice Actor:
- Takeo Otsuka
(Jinshi – The Apothecary Diaries)
Best Female Voice Actor:
- Aoi Yuki
(Maomao – The Apothecary Diaries)
Key Trends From Anime Awards 2025
1. Franchise Power Is Stronger Than Ever
- Uma Musume wins both series + movie categories
2. Global Audience Influence
- International fans heavily impact results
3. Character-Driven Stories Win
- Emotional depth beats flashy action
Why ‘Uma Musume’ Is So Popular
Unique Concept
Horse racing + idol-style storytelling
Strong Character Focus
Fans connect deeply with characters
Expanding Universe
Anime, movies, games, and more
Final Thoughts
The 2025 Anime Trending Awards clearly show that:
Uma Musume Cinderella GrayIt
is one of the most influential anime franchises right now.
With:
- Multiple award wins
- Strong global fan support
- Expanding media presence
It’s likely to remain a dominant force in the anime industry.
