Japanese actress Haruna Kawaguchi has reportedly lost 10 kilograms for her upcoming movie role. The news has been highly publicized, reflecting on the actor's commitment to fully immerse herself in her character. The film's title and release date are yet to be announced.

In Japan, when actors undergo physical transformations for roles, it often becomes a significant talking point and enhances their public image as dedicated professionals. As the country highly respects hard work and dedication, Haruna's commitment would be seen as inspirational and admirable.

In the US or EU, such physical transformations by actors for roles are common and equally respected. Examples include Christian Bale's weight loss for 'The Machinist' or Charlize Theron's transformation in 'Monster'. However, concerns over potential impacts on the health of the actors or societal pressures around body image often accompany such news.