A new trend has been sweeping across Japanese X (formerly Twitter) under the hashtag "#コスプレイヤーbeforeafter選手権" (Cosplayer Before/After Challenge), with numerous cosplayers sharing their incredible transformations.
Among them, female cosplayer "Marin" (1108Marin) has gone viral after revealing her stunning journey from 65kg down to a lean 38kg. Her dramatic before-and-after photos quickly ignited a massive discussion online.
Marin shared two comparison photos on X, captioning them: "← 65kg | 38kg →. I just went all out on dieting. Weight loss is the ultimate plastic surgery." She explained that this intense effort began after she started cosplaying, driven by a desire to embody her beloved characters more authentically. Her dedication and perseverance have since earned her widespread praise from netizens.
Curious about her proportions, many asked about her height, to which she replied that she stands at 150cm. Even more surprising, she has now debuted as a new idol—a dream she never imagined possible in her past.
After the photos went public, netizens were absolutely floored by her transformation. One user jokingly asked, "Did you lose half your body mass?" Others wholeheartedly agreed with her sentiment that "weight loss is the best plastic surgery," noting how her facial contours and features had become significantly sharper and more defined.
A model maker even chimed in, sharing a common saying in their industry: "When asked what the hardest part of making a model is, the answer is always 'the body shape.'"
Other comments poured in, including: "That's truly incredible," "She looks like a completely different person now," and "Her ability to work this hard is seriously admirable."
Netizens with their own weight loss experiences pointed out that shedding 27kg is a monumental feat in itself. They noted that most people celebrate hitting 50kg, but to then push from 50kg down to 38kg is an extraordinary accomplishment beyond what most can achieve.
Amidst the praise, some users raised questions about whether the transformation was solely due to weight loss. A few suggested that the before and after photos might have been taken under different conditions, while others pointed out subtle differences in her nose shape, speculating about potential plastic surgery or photo editing.
In response, Marin promptly released a video shot with an iPhone's native camera, stating: "This video was taken with an iPhone's native camera, with no beauty filters or editing applied." This directly addressed the public's skepticism regarding editing and plastic surgery.
Overall, the majority of netizens continue to focus on the immense effort Marin put into losing 27kg, recognizing that the most significant change wasn't just makeup artistry, but the long-term dedication to her weight loss journey.
It's truly astonishing to see such motivation and execution, all driven by the desire to embody beloved characters more perfectly through cosplay!
via： X@丸鈴