'One Piece' star Mackenyu to meet fans in Manila

Japanese actor Mackenyu Arata is headed to Manila for his fan event, P1ECE OF YU: Mackenyu Fan Meet, happening on 29 August at The Theatre at Solaire.

Best known globally for portraying swordsman Roronoa Zoro in the live-action adaptation of One Piece, Mackenyu has built a strong international following through his mix of action-heavy performances and charismatic screen presence. The actor, son of late martial arts icon Sonny Chiba, first gained attention in Japanese cinema through films such as Chihayafuru, Rurouni Kenshin: The Final and Knights of the Zodiac.

Apart from his movie projects, Mackenyu has also appeared in several Japanese dramas and anime adaptations.

Ticketing details are yet to be announced.