Maomao from the anime \"The Apothecary Diaries\" has been recognized as the best heroine of 2025 based on the results of the Anime Awards viewer voting. More than 24,000 viewers participated in this category.
The heroine surpassed Kaoruko Waguri from \"A Delightfully Blooming Flower with Dignity\" and Yor Forger from \"Spy × Family.\"
The successes of the second season of \"The Apothecary Diaries\" did not end there. Loulan received the award for best supporting female character, and the composition Hyakka Ryoran performed by Lilas Ikuta was recognized as the best opening.
In the fight for the title of \"Anime of the Year,\" the second season took third place, and also won in the categories of \"Best Drama\" and \"Best Story.\"
We remind you that the franchise will continue to develop. The third season of \"The Apothecary Diaries\" will be released in two parts: the first is scheduled for October 2026, the second is scheduled for April 2027.
In addition, in December 2026, a full-length anime based on the franchise will premiere in Japan. The international release of the film is expected in early 2027.
A film with live actors is also in development. Details of the project have not yet been disclosed, but it is known that the main roles will be played by Mana Ashida (Maomao) and Kota Nomura (Jinshi).