by “MahouAko is finally coming back!” Fans of Gushing Over Magical Girls have a major reason to celebrate, as the popular magical girl comedy anime is officially returning with its highly anticipated second season in 2027.
Based on the manga by Akihiro Ononaka, the anime revealed the news on November 14, 2026, which is the birthday of its main character, Utena Hiiragi, better known by her villainous transformation identity, Magia Baiser.
To celebrate the occasion, the production team released a special birthday video on YouTube. What initially appears to be a simple birthday greeting turns into a surprise announcement, with Magia Baiser herself revealing that Season 2 will arrive in 2027.
Along with the announcement, a striking new Ultra Teaser Visual featuring a smiling Magia Baiser was unveiled. The production team also shared messages from all eight main voice cast members, including Fuka Izumi, Aoi Koga, and Shiori Sugiura.
The returning performers expressed their excitement about reprising their roles, while teasing new characters, unexpected developments, and even more intense situations in the upcoming season.
The announcement has generated considerable excitement among fans who have been waiting since the first season finished airing in March 2024.
Gushing Over Magical Girls Season 2 Officially Confirmed for 2027
The second season of Gushing Over Magical Girls (Japanese: Mahou Shoujo ni Akogarete) is officially scheduled to broadcast in 2027.
The announcement was made on November 14, the birthday of Utena Hiiragi’s alter ego, Magia Baiser. The timing made the news especially entertaining because the production team used a birthday-themed video to reveal the new season’s broadcast year.
The video begins as though it is simply celebrating Magia Baiser’s birthday. However, the character eventually reveals the surprise announcement, confirming that the second season will arrive in 2027.
This playful presentation fits the anime’s unusual sense of humour and its central character’s unpredictable personality.
The second season was originally announced in October 2024, following the conclusion of the first season. At the time, fans received confirmation that the anime would continue, but there was no broadcast schedule.
Now, the new announcement provides the first confirmed release window for the sequel.
Although the exact premiere date has not yet been revealed, the confirmation of a 2027 broadcast gives fans a much clearer idea of when they can expect Utena and the other characters to return.
New Ultra Teaser Visual Features a Smiling Magia Baiser
Alongside the broadcast announcement, the production team released a new promotional illustration titled the Ultra Teaser Visual.
The artwork features Magia Baiser with a distinctive, delighted smile, capturing the character’s unusual personality and fascination with magical girls.
For viewers familiar with the first season, the expression is particularly fitting. Utena may have started as a shy girl who simply admired magical girls, but her transformation into Magia Baiser completely changed the direction of her life.
The new visual does not reveal detailed information about the second season’s storyline. Instead, it focuses on the character who sits at the centre of the series.
The illustration also gives fans an early look at the promotional direction of the upcoming season while building anticipation for more character visuals and trailers.
Together with the birthday announcement video, it establishes the return of Gushing Over Magical Girls as one of the notable anime announcements of November 2026.
Fuka Izumi Is Excited to Return as Utena Hiiragi and Magia Baiser
One of the most anticipated parts of the announcement is the return of the original voice cast.
Fuka Izumi, who voices Utena Hiiragi and her transformed identity, Magia Baiser, expressed her happiness about the second season.
In her message, Izumi said that she was delighted that MahoAko was finally returning and that she was already excited about working on the new episodes.
She also mentioned that approximately two years had passed since she last voiced Utena and Magia Baiser for the television anime.
According to her comment, Utena will undergo further development in Season 2, and Izumi hopes to portray those changes through her performance.
She also playfully expressed her determination to continue loving the magical girls with all her heart.
Her enthusiasm reflects the unusual relationship between Utena’s admiration for magical girls and the role she has ended up playing in the story.
For viewers, the return of Izumi is particularly important because Utena’s voice performance is central to the anime’s comedy and dramatic moments.
Aoi Koga Teases New Characters and Story Developments
Aoi Koga, who voices Araga Kiwi and her transformed identity, Leopard, also shared her excitement about the sequel.
Koga welcomed the opportunity to return to the world of Gushing Over Magical Girls and asked fans whether they were ready for another adventure.
She hinted that Season 2 would include characters and scenes that were not featured in the first season.
She also expressed curiosity about the opening episode and encouraged viewers to look forward to discovering how the new season begins.
Her comment is especially interesting because it suggests that the sequel will introduce additional material and character developments for anime viewers.
However, the production team has not yet revealed a detailed synopsis, so the exact storyline and the characters who will make their first anime appearances remain unconfirmed.
Shiori Sugiura Talks About Korisu’s Different Personalities
Shiori Sugiura, who voices Morino Korisu and her transformed identity, Nero Alice, also shared a message for fans.
Korisu is a particularly unusual character because she rarely speaks. At first glance, she may appear to be a quiet and reserved young girl.
However, Sugiura explained that Korisu has several different sides to her personality.
She can be cool and aloof, but she also has a passionate side and cares deeply about her friends. At other times, she is carefree and relaxed, showing a completely different expression of herself.
The voice actress expressed her determination to communicate all these aspects of Korisu through her performance.
Her comment is a reminder that even characters who do not speak frequently can have important personalities and emotional depth.
Korisu’s abilities and unusual behaviour also make her one of the more distinctive members of the series’ cast.
More Returning Cast Members Share Their Excitement
In addition to Fuka Izumi, Aoi Koga, and Shiori Sugiura, five other main cast members shared comments about their return.
Their messages offer a glimpse into the performers’ enthusiasm for the upcoming season.
Yuka Aisaka as Shinju Akoya / Rocomujika
Yuka Aisaka expressed her happiness about returning as Shinju Akoya, also known as Rocomujika.
She teased that the characters’ strength and eccentric personalities would become even more intense in Season 2.
Aisaka also mentioned the growing bond between Rocomujika and Corbe, encouraging fans to look forward to their continued relationship.
Minami Tsuda as Nemo / Rubel Blume
Minami Tsuda said that she had been waiting for the second season and was delighted that the series was finally returning.
She suggested that the events of the first season would lead to an even more intense story, while expressing her desire to approach the new episodes with the same fresh enthusiasm she had during the original production.
Kaori Maeda as Haruka Hanabishi / Magia Magenta
Kaori Maeda will once again voice Haruka Hanabishi, also known as Magia Magenta.
She expressed excitement about returning to the role and teased that the second season would move at full speed from its very first episode.
Maeda also hinted that she would finally get the opportunity to perform one of Magia Magenta’s particularly memorable lines, something she is especially looking forward to.
Mayuko Kazama as Saya Mizukami / Magia Azul
Mayuko Kazama expressed her happiness about continuing to portray Saya Mizukami, also known as Magia Azul.
She wants to show the character’s development following the experiences of the first season, particularly the way Saya has gradually become more confident and grown beyond her earlier limitations.
Her comment suggests that the sequel will continue exploring the characters’ personal development rather than focusing exclusively on battles and comedy.
Misaki Ikeda as Kaoruko Amakawa / Magia Sulfur
Misaki Ikeda also celebrated the announcement and confirmed that she would return as Kaoruko Amakawa, also known as Magia Sulfur.
She described the upcoming season as exciting, cute, and full of energy from the beginning.
Ikeda also joked about the series’ outrageous situations, including the continuing predicament involving Kaoruko’s parents.
She encouraged both newcomers and longtime fans to enjoy Season 2 together, suggesting that viewers may want to revisit the first season before the sequel arrives.
What Is Gushing Over Magical Girls About?
For viewers who have not watched the first season, Gushing Over Magical Girls is based on the manga written and illustrated by Akihiro Ononaka.
The story follows Utena Hiiragi, a shy and ordinary girl who has a deep admiration for magical girls.
Like many fans of the magical girl genre, Utena dreams of becoming a magical girl herself. She loves watching the heroic characters fight evil and protect the world.
One day, she encounters a mysterious mascot-like creature named Venalita, who offers her the opportunity to transform using magical powers.
Utena initially believes that her dream is finally coming true. However, the transformation does not turn her into a heroic magical girl.
Instead, she becomes Magia Baiser, a member of an evil organisation that fights against the magical girls she admires.
This unexpected twist completely changes her life.
Rather than abandoning her admiration for magical girls, Utena becomes increasingly fascinated by them, leading to a series of chaotic encounters with the very heroes she once dreamed of joining.
The anime combines magical girl parody, comedy, action, and exaggerated character interactions.
Its unusual premise turns the traditional magical girl formula upside down, creating a story in which the supposed villain is also the biggest fan of the heroes.
The series is known for mature themes, provocative humour, and fanservice, so it is intended for an older audience rather than young children.
The Magical Girls: Tres Magia
One of the central groups in the series is Tres Magia, the team of magical girls who protect the city.
The group consists of three main members:
- Magia Magenta: The transformed identity of Haruka Hanabishi. She is cheerful, energetic, and strongly committed to protecting others.
- Magia Azul: The transformed identity of Saya Mizukami. She has a more reserved personality and gradually develops greater confidence.
- Magia Sulfur: The transformed identity of Kaoruko Amakawa. She is strong-willed and has a competitive attitude.
These three magical girls become the main opponents of Utena and the other members of the evil organisation.
Their battles are an important source of action and comedy, especially because Utena’s admiration for magical girls makes her relationship with them far more complicated than a conventional hero-versus-villain conflict.
Season 2 is expected to continue exploring their relationships and the different personalities behind their magical identities.
Why Is Season 2 So Highly Anticipated?
The first season attracted attention because of its unusual approach to the magical girl genre.
Traditional magical girl stories usually follow young heroines who receive magical powers and use them to protect people from evil forces.
Gushing Over Magical Girls takes this familiar structure and turns it into a comedy with an unexpected central character.
Utena begins as a devoted fan of magical girls, but her transformation puts her on the opposite side of the battle.
This creates a constant contrast between her innocent admiration and her increasingly unusual behaviour as Magia Baiser.
The series also stands out because of its colourful character designs, energetic performances, exaggerated comedy, and dramatic transformations.
Another reason for the excitement is the possibility of seeing more manga characters and storylines brought to the screen.
Aoi Koga’s comment specifically mentions that viewers can expect scenes and characters that were not included in Season 1.
Although the production team has not revealed exactly what will be adapted, this has given manga readers plenty to look forward to.
Manga Reaches a Major Milestone
The anime announcement also comes during an important period for the original manga.
Gushing Over Magical Girls is written and illustrated by Akihiro Ononaka and published by Takeshobo.
The manga is currently serialized on Takeshobo’s web comic platform Takecomic!, and the series has surpassed 3 million copies in circulation worldwide, including digital editions.
The series has continued to grow since its anime adaptation premiered in 2024.
The original manga also resumed serialization in October 2025 following a lengthy hiatus, giving readers new chapters and allowing the story to continue progressing.
The thirteenth collected volume was released in Japan on September 16, 2026.
The success of the manga and the continued interest in the anime demonstrate the popularity of the series, even beyond its original television broadcast.
For fans who want to explore the story further, the manga provides additional material and character developments beyond the first season.
A Look Back at Season 1
The first season of Gushing Over Magical Girls premiered in Japan in January 2024 and concluded in March 2024.
It consisted of 13 episodes and introduced viewers to Utena’s transformation into Magia Baiser, her involvement with the evil organisation, and her complicated relationship with the magical girls of Tres Magia.
The anime was produced by Asahi Production, with Atsushi Ootsuki directing alongside Masato Suzuki. Noboru Kimura handled series composition, while Yasuharu Takanashi composed the music.
The first season established the central characters and introduced the unusual world in which magical girls and the forces opposing them repeatedly clash.
For viewers planning to watch Season 2, revisiting the first season is a good way to remember the character relationships and important events.
The original 13 episodes also provide the background needed to understand Utena’s transformation and the relationships between the different members of the cast.
Magia Baiser Is Ready to Return in 2027!
The announcement of Gushing Over Magical Girls Season 2 has given fans a major reason to celebrate.
Revealed on Magia Baiser’s birthday, the special video confirmed that the anime will return in 2027, while the new Ultra Teaser Visual offered another look at Utena’s unusual alter ego.
The return of all eight main voice actors is also exciting news, especially with Fuka Izumi, Aoi Koga, and Shiori Sugiura expressing their enthusiasm for the upcoming episodes.
The comments from the cast suggest that Season 2 will bring more character development, new scenes, and even more intense situations.
With Asahi Production returning as the animation studio and the original manga continuing to attract readers, the franchise has plenty of momentum heading into its next television season.
The exact premiere date and episode count are still unknown, but one thing is certain: Utena Hiiragi and Magia Baiser will be back in 2027, ready for another chaotic adventure involving the magical girls she loves so much.
