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Riisa Naka and Mayu Matsuoka will star as rival surgeons in Netflix’s 'Plastic Beauty.' Naka plays a celebrity plastic surgeon, while Matsuoka’s character reluctantly enters the field. The series explores Japan’s cosmetic surgery industry and societal beauty standards. Directed by Yuki Saito, it’s set for release in 2026.

Key Points: Riisa Naka and Mayu Matsuoka Rival as Surgeons in Plastic Beauty

  • Riisa Naka plays a celebrity plastic surgeon obsessed with beauty
  • Mayu Matsuoka portrays a reluctant surgeon forced into aesthetics
  • Series delves into Japan’s booming cosmetic surgery industry
  • Directed by Yuki Saito of 'Unmet: A Neurosurgeon’s Diary'
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Riisa Naka, Mayu Matsuoka to clash as rival surgeons in Japanese drama 'Plastic Beauty'

Riisa Naka and Mayu Matsuoka star as clashing plastic surgeons in Netflix’s 'Plastic Beauty,' exploring Japan’s cosmetic surgery industry.

"Beauty offers a path to salvation – Riisa Naka as Rin Tohyama"

Washington DC, August 11

Actors Riisa Naka and Mayu Matsuoka will star as rival surgeons in Netflix's upcoming Japanese drama 'Plastic Beauty,' which is set to offer a glimpse inside Japan's cosmetic surgery industry, reported Variety.

The 2026 series marks the latest collaboration from the creative team that produced "Tokyo Swindlers" and "The Queen of Villains."

Naka, known for her role in Netflix's hit thriller series 'Alice in Borderland' and films including 'The Girl Who Leapt Through Time,' plays celebrity plastic surgeon Rin Tohyama, who believes beauty offers a path to salvation, according to the outlet.

She'll clash with Matsuoka's character Fumi Numata, a dedicated doctor who reluctantly transitions from life-saving general surgery to the aesthetic medicine world.

Matsuoka, whose film credits include the Palme d'Or winner 'Shoplifters' and 'Tremble All You Want,' portrays a physician whose medical ideals are tested when forced into cosmetic surgery practice.

According to Variety, the series explores themes of transformation and self-perception through the lens of Japan's booming aesthetic medicine sector. Patients seeking physical perfection become caught between the conflicting philosophies of the two medical professionals, creating a backdrop for examining societal beauty standards and personal identity.

Yuki Saito will helm the project, as she holds experience from the medical drama 'Unmet: A Neurosurgeon's Diary.'

Junya Ikegami penned the original screenplay, continuing his collaboration with Netflix Japan following 'The Queen of Villains', reported Variety.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Interesting concept but I hope they don't glorify plastic surgery too much. In India we're seeing more young people getting unnecessary procedures influenced by social media. The pressure to look perfect is becoming a serious issue.
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Ananya R
Riisa Naka was brilliant in Alice in Borderland! Can't wait to see her in this new role. The Japanese entertainment industry always brings such unique perspectives to common issues. Maybe Bollywood should take notes instead of remaking everything.
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Vikram M
The premise reminds me of the growing plastic surgery trend in Indian metros. Just last week there was news about Mumbai clinics offering "K-pop" makeovers. Hope this drama shows both sides - the benefits for reconstructive cases versus the dangers of vanity procedures.
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Sarah B
As someone who lived in Tokyo, I can confirm Japan's beauty standards are intense but different from India's. Their cosmetic procedures focus more on subtle enhancements rather than dramatic changes. Curious to see if the show addresses cultural differences in beauty perceptions.
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Karthik V
The medical drama angle sounds promising, but I hope they don't make it too melodramatic. Indian audiences appreciate nuanced storytelling - that's why shows like 'Tokyo Swindlers' did well here. Fingers crossed for good writing and character development!

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