The third TV commercial for SoftBank's "Answers to Social Issues" project, "AI Declaration Edition," starring singer and actor Masaharu Fukuyama, was released on October 23rd. It will air from the 24th.
The new commercial depicts Fukuyama's encounter with "AI Mashaharu," a new companion created by Fukuyama and SoftBank. "AI Mashaharu" introduces the potential of SoftBank's AI (artificial intelligence), which solves various social issues such as natural disasters, educational disparities, and food waste, and opens up an exciting future. Fukuyama, who is surprised but gradually opens up to the character, is also noteworthy.
AI Mashaharu's voice was created by sampling Fukuyama's actual voice, and the visuals were created using AI based on photos of Fukuyama.
Making-of and interview videos were also released.