Over 2.4 Million Copies Sold! Official PV Released for 'The Next Duke Who Said He Wouldn't Love Me Is Somehow Doting On Me' TV Anime

BookLive Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of TOPPAN Holdings, has announced the release of the official PV and the second main visual for the upcoming TV anime adaptation of 'The Next Duke Who Said He Wouldn't Love Me Is Somehow Doting On Me' (Manga: Natsu Mizuno / Original Story: Kei Misawa), which is currently serialized on the 'COMIC Polaris' website operated by Flex Comix.

The PV features a preview of the opening theme, 'Itsuka Chanto.' by Riria, and the ending theme, 'Saishukai' by sorato, along with comments from both artists.

The anime will premiere on July 4, 2026, and will be broadcast every Saturday at 1:30 AM on the TV Asahi network's 'NUMAnimation' programming block. It is also scheduled to air on BS Asahi every Monday at 11:24 PM.

The manga, currently serialized on COMIC Polaris, has exceeded 2.4 million copies in circulation.

The new PV begins with the striking line from Julius to Elsa: 'I married you, but I have no intention of ever loving you,' contrasting with the glitz of their wedding ceremony. The PV depicts how their formal relationship begins to change through Elsa's genuine kindness and care.

Furthermore, the PV hints at the behind-the-scenes machinations of Julius's former classmate, Yalmo, and shows Seraphina, who has feelings for Julius, revealing her jealousy toward Elsa. The anime will feature not only romantic developments but also palace politics and complex character dynamics.