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| Bunshun Reports Takahira Kuruma and MEGUMI Relationship, Fans React (Photo: ORICON) |
Japanese weekly Bunshun dropped a fresh bombshell on 17 February 2026, reporting that comedian-actor Takahira Kuruma (31) is currently dating actress and media personality MEGUMI (44). The report instantly set social media alight, pairing one of comedy’s brightest young stars with one of the industry’s most established and confident women.
According to Shukan Bunshun, the two were spotted around 1am on 27 January at a stylish wine bar tucked away in Nishi-Azabu. Inside the dimly lit space lined with wine bottles, Kuruma was seen sitting closely with a woman he reportedly couldn’t take his eyes off.
The expression, witnesses say, was far from his usual on-stage “comedian” persona — softer, focused, and clearly smitten. That mystery woman, the report claims, was MEGUMI.
For context, Kuruma is best known as one half of comedy duo Reiwa Roman, formed with Matsui Kemuri during their time in Keio University’s comedy circle.
After graduating top of their class from Yoshimoto’s NSC (23rd generation), the duo swept major comedy competitions, including back-to-back M-1 Grand Prix victories in 2023 and 2024 — a historic achievement.
Kuruma, the duo’s main joke writer and boke, has long been praised as a sharp creative force in Japan’s comedy scene.
His career has not been without turbulence, including widely discussed controversies following the M-1 wins and his departure from Yoshimoto Kogyo last April.
Yet despite those headlines, his popularity has not dipped. In fact, he continues to secure regular terrestrial TV appearances and maintain strong public visibility.
Now, it seems his private life is just as headline-worthy.
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The Bunshun electronic edition reportedly includes multiple scoop photos, details about how the pair met, and insight into their growing relationship. The title attached to the report is bold and affectionate: “Reiwa Roman’s Takahira Kuruma (31) & MEGUMI (44) — ‘I Love You’ Messages and Promise to Visit a Villa in Spain.”
As for their responses?
Takahira Kuruma kept it measured, saying, “I leave private matters to the person involved.” Calm, controlled, and very much in line with someone protecting their personal space.
MEGUMI, on the other hand, responded with striking composure and charm: “I’m sorry. Thank you. Thanks to everyone, it has come to this. Please continue to support us.” Confident, graceful, and unbothered. Honestly? That energy is impressive.
So what can we expect from a pairing like this?
He represents the new-era comedy elite — clever, ambitious, slightly rebellious. She represents experience, independence, and media savvy.
It’s a cross-generation romance that blends wit and maturity, spotlight and stability. If this develops further, expect strong public interest, variety show mentions, and possibly more candid interviews down the line. Both know how to handle cameras. Both understand headlines. That matters.
Fan and netizen reactions are, unsurprisingly, divided.
Some fans are thrilled, praising MEGUMI’s confidence and calling the pairing unexpectedly refreshing. Comments like “Power couple energy” and “He’s clearly into strong women” are trending.
Others are more cautious, questioning the age gap or expressing surprise given Kuruma’s recent career turbulence. A smaller group is simply stunned — not necessarily negative, just caught off guard by how fast the news broke.
Meanwhile, many are saying the same thing: Kuruma’s career remains solid. Romance or not, his star power hasn’t faded.
Whether this turns into a long-term headline romance or stays low-key, one thing’s certain — the industry is watching. And so are fans.
What do you think about this pairing? Unexpected match or perfect balance?