JAV News Roundup - July 2023 - Volume 2

Trapstar here, reporting live from ZENRA headquarters. Bringing you the latest buzz in the Twitter JAV space in recent days

Yui Hatano's Close Pal Makes A Comeback, But Wait There's A Twist!

Hey, all you diligent AV fans out there, remember Saki Hatsumi? She was quite the sensation in the last decade, making her mark in the industry in her previous stint from 2010 to 2017. Now, hold on to your hats, because here's a jaw-dropping fact for you – she appeared in over 900 AVs! That's a mind-boggling figure for any AV actress, wouldn't you agree? Saki started off as a freelance actress and worked her way up to an exclusive contract with HMP, remaining affiliated with the studio until her retirement in 2017. She didn't limit herself there; Saki also took on projects with top tier studios like Moodyz and SOD, showing off her versatility as an actress during her earlier stint.

"This time, I will be a member of T-Powers. Since it is a business tie-up, it is possible to request work directly to me by direct mail, etc., but depending on the content, it will be exchanged via the office. I would like to do various activities in the future, so I am waiting for a job offer!", in her tweet Saki urged her fans to email her with job offers since the actress has been scouting for the same.

But in my assumption, her latest announcement has got her fans tensed for a fact. It seems like Saki is changing gears and isn't too keen on featuring in AVs anymore. Yep, you heard that right! This could be a comeback of sorts, but instead of diving into full time AV, she is more keen on exploring other avenues to stay relevant. Who would have thought, right? Rather than watching her act out her scenes in front of the camera, we might just witness her do a photobook release in the near future. It's like a whole new chapter for ‘Sakippo’, as her fans affectionately call her. Her former co-star, the amazing Yui Hatano, welcomed her back with a tweet.

Of course, some fans are still hopeful for her return to AV in the future, but with her recent move to TPowers talent agency, it seems like she is altogether set on a different path. Saki believes that TPowers' well established connections will open up new opportunities for her and help her land a job in no time. "T-Powers is an AV office, but I have an image that they do a lot of work other than AV, so I asked for a lot of friends. I'm not planning on doing AV for now. I never know what life will bring, so I will never do it! I won't say (It's been revived many times. if I'm going to do it, I'll lose weight." Meanwhile, she has even urged her fans to text her with work offers. Now here's an interesting fact for our readers But there's a twist – while she's not performing in AVs currently, she did mention that if she does lose weight in the future, she might reconsider. It's possible that the sedentary lifestyle caught up to her, and she wants to come out of her hibernation to focus on productivity (read, reinstate her AV career)

Now, here's the exciting part – with her talent and charm, there are plenty of possibilities for Saki's future prospects. One intriguing idea is her appearing in another Yakuza game venture, just like she did before. Wouldn't that be a treat for her fans? So, let's cheer on Saki Hatsumi as she embarks on this new phase of her career. Whether she's in front of the camera or exploring other interests, we know she'll shine bright. Here's to her continued success and happiness!

Stay updated with Saki Hatsumi's Twitter

Distraught AV Freelancer Decides To Quit AV

Well, it's always a bummer when we hear about a talented newbie abruptly leaving the adult business. This time, it's the 20-year-old Amu Ohara, who's decided to call it quits subsequent to just two years in the industry. In a now-defunct tweet, she announced that she's taking a step back from AV.

"I have retired today. Thank you for giving me so much love when I had none. The time I spent as Amu Ohara is a treasure. Thank you for everything! Bye!", confessed the actress in her now deleted retirement tweet.

You might remember Amu for her impressive bust, she rocked those H-cup breasts in that staunch frame, and it must have been an eye grabber. Having made her debut with SOD's youth label in March 2021, her first AV received promising reviews. But, unfortunately, she never reached the height of fame she deserved, despite playing those cute girl-next-door characters under various labels. Her script selection more or less became rebundant. But you know what's interesting? Amu had something else going on besides her AV career. She was a frequent roster in the pro cat fight league. Upon doing some digging in, I found out that she was a force to be reckoned with in that arena!

In her tweet, Amu mentioned that she had been out of work for a brief period. Being a freelancer might have had something to do with it. And now, with her decision to retire, it seems as if another freelancer is dropping like a fly in this post-AV law era. We'll definitely miss seeing Amu Ohara on screen, but hey, she's got her reasons for moving on. Let's wish her all the best in whatever she decides to pursue next. Cheers to the memories she's given us in her short but impactful career in the AV industry!

Former Madonna Talent Quits AV Over Dilemma

I'm pretty sure most of you have heard of Megu Mio, by now. She's been making waves in the AV scene since early 2021, and boy, she's got quite the story. For the unversed, Megu was discovered by Mine's talent agency, and they decided to pitch her to the renowned AV studio, Madonna. And let me tell you, she ushered into the industry with a bang, being introduced as the "most beautiful woman in Akita" in her very first AV. Now, that makes for one impressive debut title!

With her charming C-cup breasts and alluring frame, Megu quickly gained attention and secured an exclusive contract with Madonna. The paycheck she received as a debutante was pretty substantial, making her future in the industry look promising. However, like many others, she eventually turned freelance and worked with several renowned studios during her stint. It's a common practise for many AV actresses to explore new opportunities and projects outside of exclusive contracts if at all they land one.

screengrab from Megu's Instagram story announcement

Recently, Megu made an announcement on her Instagram story, which she later deleted. The actress revealed her plans to retire as a AV artist soon, It's been a while. "I'm Mio Megu. It's probably about time for me to retire as an AV actress. Is there anyone who can help me?". Oh, the shock and surprise among her eager fans! But she assured them that she'll create a new social media account to interact with her fans having deleting her current one.

Now, thanks to some AV forums, there's this juicy rumor going around about Megu being one of those real-life married women who secretly auditioned for AVs without her partner's knowledge. Wow, if at all that is true, it could make for quite the story! Though, we can't confirm the truth behind it, but it definitely adds a layer of intrigue to this whole affair.

One of the major reasons behind her early retirement could be the common struggle faced by freelance actresses in the industry. In Megu’s case it was pretty much the same with her finding regular work during her initial years and then suddenly her trajectory went downhill. Finding consistent work and having AVs that sell well can be challenging. It's a tough industry, and sometimes the ups and downs can take a toll on one's career.

Ever since her announcement, Megu has been making some changes. For instance, she renamed her Twitter and took down her Instagram in the meanwhile. Her fans are eagerly waiting for a final decision on her retirement date, hoping she'll make the best choice for her future. Whatever the case may be, we wish Megu all the best in her future endeavors. She's left a mark in the JAV world, and her beauty and talent won't be forgotten easily. Cheers to Megu and the exciting journey that lies ahead for her!

Stay updated with Megu Mio's Twitter 

Moodyz Talent Soughts To Take Down Her Twitter Post Retirement

I stumbled upon a tweet that caught my attention, and boy, was it surprising! There's this AV rookie named Saki, who has decided to retire at the age of 19. Hard to believe, ain’t it? It hasn’t even be a full year since she got started, and now she's already calling it quits. Saki, with her G cup breasts and that innocent Bambi-like charm, has been captivating her audience ever since her debut exclusively with Moodyz in 2021. She performed in a couple of JAVs with the studio and later moved away to pick up freelancing as an AV star and by the gist of it, it doesn’t seem like she was fairing in her freelance career either like the actress we mentioned earlier.

"I'm going to retire as an AV actress. I'm sorry for confusing you with the sudden report. A lot of things happened in the 1 year and 4 months since my debut, but I was blessed with a wonderful environment and I was able to work happily. Of course, it was not only fun, but also had a hard time. I thought too much, it didn't go well, I caused trouble, and I turned backwards, and I talked to the manager many times. Thank you very much to Me Riki, the manager, the actress, the actor, and everyone who was involved with me in the field. And thank you very much to all the fans for supporting me until the end. I want to live my life happily and happily in the future!", she admitted to have troubles navigating in the industry and consulted her manager to sought help.

In a foot long post on Twitter, Saki expressed her feelings about her time in the AV industry. "I was allowed to work as an exclusive for the first half of the year, and then I became Kikatan. I think my life has changed a lot since then. I was really happy and glad that I was able to change so much because I was extremely shy and comical. If you post it on SNS, everyone will react, come to see the event, buy a work, and I am full of gratitude. I was not confident until the end, but thanks to everyone, I was able to grow a little. It's an unforgettable experience for me. It was fun." It seems like the experience left a lasting impression on her and helped her overcome her shy and comical nature. She recalled her stint in AV as an unforgettable, and she's convinced that she has grown through this stint. It's kind of a bittersweet announcement because Saki is filled with gratitude towards her fans, leaving them puzzled about why she decided to quit so soon. It's a tough choice to make, for sure.

And here's another update to add fuel to the fire, Saki has decided to take down all her social media accounts. Yep, her official accounts will be taken down by the end of this month. Looks like she's really determined to move on from her AV career. Frankly, it's a shame to see such a talent leave the industry, but hey, everyone's journey is different, and maybe she's got other plans for her future. We'll just have to respect her decision and wish her all the best in whatever path she chooses to take.

Farewell, Saki! She has left a mark in the AV business, and it will be hard for her fans to fill the void. Here's hoping she finds success and happiness in her new endeavors.

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