Rina Kawaei
🎭 actor
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Age today
years old
Rina Kawaei stands as a defining figure among Japanese Actors of the Millennial.
Japanese actress and singer
"Her pivotal role as the chilling hacker Sakura Aoi in the 2016 film "Death Note: Light Up the New World" marked a significant turning point." — About Rina Kawaei
the 2016 filmCritics Awardsrole as the psychopathic hacker Sakura AoDeath Note: Light Up the New WorldAKB48late 2019
Born
Years in career13 years active
February 12th, 1995
Birthplace
Kanagawa Prefecture
Known for
🎭 Actor
Nationality
Japan
Height
152 cm (4'12") (short)
Generation
Millennial
Career
13 years
Region
Asia
How Rina Kawaei compares to other Actors
🎂Rina Kawaei is 22 years younger than the average Actor
📏33cm taller than the average Actor
| Metric | Rina Kawaei | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 31 | 53 | -22 yrs |
| Height | 152cm (4'12") | 119cm | +33cm |
| Career length | 13 yrs | ~35 yrs | -22 yrs |
| Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Rina Kawaei
Did you know?
Did you know that Rina Kawaei, despite being known for her 'baka' (idiot) character in AKB48, has since won a Best New Actress award for a serious film role?
5 Lesser-known facts
- She graduated from AKB48 in 2015 after being a victim of a knife attack at a handshake event, citing PTSD.
- Her breakout film role as the psychopathic hacker Sakura Aoi in "Death Note: Light Up the New World" earned critical acclaim.
- Despite her 'boke' (airhead) persona in AKB48, she successfully transitioned into serious dramatic acting roles.
- She became a mother in late 2019, just a few months after announcing her marriage to actor Tomoki Hirose.
- She provided the voice for the alien entity Vernage in the popular tokusatsu series "Kamen Rider Build".
Career highlight
Her pivotal role as the chilling hacker Sakura Aoi in the 2016 film "Death Note: Light Up the New World" marked a significant turning point. It garnered her critical praise and the Best New Actress award at the 26th Japan Film Critics Awards, firmly establishing her as a serious actress post-AKB48.
Legacy
Rina Kawaei's legacy is one of remarkable resilience and a successful career reinvention, demonstrating that an idol can transition into a respected and versatile actress.