Megan Thee Stallion Explains Vocal Adjustments Required for New Anime Series Hotties
Megan Thee Stallion is expanding her creative reach from the top of the charts to the animation studio, though she admits the transition has required a significant technical adjustment. In an interview with InStyle published October 10, 2026, the rapper opened up about the challenges of voice acting for her upcoming project, revealing that her initial attempts lacked the necessary dynamism for the medium.
Despite her years of experience in recording booths, Megan described her early vocal performances for the screen as being “way too dry” when she first heard them back. She explained that the process is “really different” from recording music, specifically regarding how she must manipulate her vocal inflection to bring a character to life rather than delivering lines with the rhythmic cadence of a rap verse.
The artist described the vocal inflection needed for animation as significantly different from her musical recording style.
Developing the ‘Caviar of Anime’
The project at the center of this evolution is an original anime series titled Hotties, which is currently in production for Prime Video. Megan has set high expectations for the series, referring to it as the “caviar of anime.” To ensure the project meets these standards, she is collaborating with veteran producer Carl Jones, whose previous work includes The Boondocks and Black Dynamite.
The development of Hotties follows years of Megan publicly sharing her passion for the genre, often incorporating anime aesthetics into her stage performances and public appearances. While anticipation for the series remains high, the artist had to address misinformation regarding the project’s progress earlier this year. In March 2026, she clarified that a viral clip circulating online was actually unreleased footage from her “Gift & A Curse” music video, not a leak from the anime series.
Voice acting is just one facet of Megan’s 2026 acting portfolio. She is also expanding her presence in live-action television, specifically through the NBC sitcom The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins, where she stars alongside Daniel Radcliffe. This diversification into scripted entertainment highlights a shift toward multi-platform storytelling, balancing the technical demands of character-driven animation with traditional television roles.
