Monkey D. Luffy is the main character of the manga and animated series One Piece. This young man has a unique personality, standing out among many main characters in Shonen Jump over the years.
Currently, actor Inaki Godoy, born in 2003, a Mexican national, will embody this iconic character in the Netflix live-action adaptation of One Piece. As soon as this news was announced, there was a lot of skepticism about this role. Godoy himself is well aware of the challenges that come with portraying such a beloved character.
In a recent interview prior to the film’s official premiere worldwide, Inaki Godoy admitted to feeling the pressure of taking on the role of Luffy.
Inaki Godoy shared: “Of course! There is indeed a lot of pressure. Taking on the responsibility of honoring a character that has been famous for over 20 years and has many devoted fans is significant. Ms. Mayumi Tanaka has voiced this character for such a long time. The anime has run for an extensive period, and many people have grown up alongside Luffy, with the Straw Hat crew and the world of One Piece. Therefore, I want to respect that legacy.”
The actor continued to emphasize that the experience of reading the manga helped him overcome this challenge. Inaki Godoy made an effort to understand every detail necessary to bring this character to life on screen effectively. He drew inspiration from the anime and manga to clearly understand how Luffy fights. All the pressure has transformed into motivation as he takes on the challenge of becoming Monkey D. Luffy in Netflix’s adaptation.
“If there is one thing I have learned from One Piece, it is that despite the many challenges ahead, you must find a way to enjoy it. Therefore, although there is immense pressure and anxiety, there are also many joyful moments and love. Just like any adventure, it can be chaotic. You know, I was really excited to become a part of such a significant and impactful journey. It is indeed a thrilling adventure,” Inaki Godoy added.
Actor Jacob Romero, who plays Usopp, strongly mentioned that the production process of One Piece live-action involved a lot of dedication from everyone involved, which could make the film stand out compared to other works. Everyone participating in the production process is well aware that this will not be an easy task, and they will have to wait a long time to truly understand the nuances of the characters and whether they have done justice to the source material.
