Idolish7: Third Beat! Episode 9 -

The episode flashes back to Yuki and Banri’s early days as an indie duo. A pivotal moment occurs when they receive a moving fan letter from a high school student named (Momo).

His passion for the stage and music continues to intensify.

Momo expresses deep gratitude for their song, "Our Incomplete Selves," which gives Yuki a renewed reason to pursue music. IDOLiSH7: Third Beat! Episode 9

The episode reaches its tragic climax during a stage setup for a performance:

As their popularity grows, a rift in mindset begins to form between the two: The episode flashes back to Yuki and Banri’s

Banri is severely injured and hospitalized. He eventually disappears without a proper explanation to Yuki, leaving a deep scar that explains Yuki’s modern-day refusal to sing "Our Incomplete Selves" without his original partner. Legacy and Connection to IDOLiSH7

In a comedic shift, Yuki and Banri first meet Momo in person when he violently defends them from hecklers at a performance, leading them to nickname him "Mad Dog" in their heads. Diverging Paths and Kujo’s Interest Momo expresses deep gratitude for their song, "Our

The episode highlights Banri’s selfless nature, showing that his desire to support others—which eventually leads him to become IDOLiSH7’s manager—was present long before he officially joined Takanashi Productions. IDOLiSH7: Third BEAT! Episode 9