DMM has officially announced a new live-action adaptation of Gō Nagai’s Cutie Honey franchise, titled Cute Honey Beloved Enemy. The upcoming series will span 15 episodes and feature rising Japanese influencer-turned-actress Natsuki Abe in the lead role.
Originally created by Professor Kisaragi, Cutie Honey is an android girl who embarks on a quest for vengeance after her creator is killed by a mysterious organization seeking the powerful device hidden within her.
The beloved manga has inspired numerous adaptations over the years, including animated series, home video releases, a live-action film, and a previous television drama. DMM revealed the latest project on X (formerly Twitter), confirming Abe as the new face of the iconic heroine. Here’s what to know about the star bringing Cutie Honey to life for a new generation.
Cute Honey Beloved Enemy: Who is Natsuki Abe?
Natsuki Abe is a rising Japanese actress and influencer. Born on October 6, 1999, in Tokyo, Abe first gained attention as a model. According to Famous Birthdays, Abe has an older brother and an older sister.
Known for her stunning looks and charm, she’s often called ‘Reiwa’s Mine Fujiko.’ Before acting, Abe built a strong social media presence through fashion, fitness, and lifestyle content.
With her recent move into acting, including the upcoming live-action adaptation of Cutie Honey, Abe continues to prove her talent.
How Old is Natsuki Abe?
Born on October 6, 1999, Natsuki Abe is 26 years old. The influencer-actress celebrated her 26th birthday earlier this month. “I turned 26 on my birthday,” she shared in an Instagram post.
“Every day, life is getting more and more fun, and I feel like getting older is really wonderful,” she added, as she shared how she celebrated and enjoyed her 26th birthday.
Natsuki Abe: Rising Japanese Influencer Turned Actress
Abe is quickly becoming one of Japan’s most talked-about young talents. She first gained recognition through her massive social media following, boasting over 2.2 million followers on TikTok and 1.8 million on Instagram.
Her content mainly features lifestyle vlogs, travel clips, and glimpses of her fitness routine, often highlighting her lean physique. As her online popularity grew, Abe transitioned into acting, appearing in television dramas and even lending her voice to video game characters.
She made her acting debut in the 2017 TV series I Fell in Love Today and has since appeared in several productions, including Azatokute Nani ga Waruino, Miss Target, and Inu-kei Danshi, according to MyDramaList.
According to Famous Birthdays, she also voiced the character Tilsa in the 2021 video game Tales of Arise. Now, Abe is set to take on her biggest role yet, starring as Cutie Honey in the upcoming live-action adaptation of Gō Nagai’s iconic manga series.
Cute Honey Beloved Enemy is set to release on the DMM Short app on November 25.
