Mahiru Seki, the popular and seemingly kind classmate in Call of the Night, is voiced by Yumiri Hanamori in the Japanese version and Kayli Mills in the English dub. Hanamori delivers a gentle and approachable performance that subtly hints at Mahiru’s deeper emotional layers.
Japanese Voice Actor: Yumiri Hanamori
Date of Birth
September 29, 1997
About Yumiri
Yumiri Hanamori is a Japanese voice actress affiliated with m&i, known for her soft, natural delivery and emotionally nuanced performances. She often portrays kind-hearted or introspective characters, making her a fitting choice for Mahiru Seki.
In Call of the Night, Hanamori’s performance highlights Mahiru’s warmth and sincerity while also capturing the character’s quiet complexity. Her ability to convey subtle emotional shifts adds depth to Mahiru’s role in the story.
Hanamori gained widespread recognition early in her career and continues to be praised for her versatility across genres, from relaxing slice-of-life series to darker, more dramatic narratives.
Hometown
Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan
Career Highlights
- Mahiru Seki – Call of the Night (2022)
- Nadeshiko Kagamihara – Laid-Back Camp (Yuru Camp△)
- Zero – Grimoire of Zero
- Seth – Radiant
- Rena Hananoi – Selection Project
- Shiroko Sunaookami – Blue Archive
Her role as Nadeshiko remains one of her most beloved performances, showcasing her bright and comforting vocal tone.
Full Current Filmography
Note: The following reflects documented, widely cited credits and may not be exhaustive.
Anime Television Series (Selected, Chronological)
- 2016 – Grimoire of Zero (Zero)
- 2018 – Laid-Back Camp (Yuru Camp△) (Nadeshiko Kagamihara)
- 2018 – Radiant (Seth)
- 2019 – Kaguya-sama: Love Is War (Young Ai Hayasaka)
- 2021 – Selection Project (Rena Hananoi)
- 2022 – Call of the Night (Mahiru Seki, Akira Asai)
Anime Films
- 2017 – Blame! (Tae)
- 2022 – Laid-Back Camp Movie (Nadeshiko Kagamihara)
Video Games (Selected)
- Blue Archive (Shiroko Sunaookami)
- Granblue Fantasy (various roles)
Critical Reception
Yumiri Hanamori is consistently praised for her subtle and emotionally authentic performances. Her portrayal of Mahiru Seki has been noted for its warmth and understated complexity.
- Anime News Network reviews often commend the grounded character performances in Call of the Night (https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/)
- Critics highlight her work in Laid-Back Camp as exemplary of her natural and immersive acting style.
Social Media
X: @hanayumi09 (https://x.com/hanayumi09)
English Voice Actor: Kayli Mills
Date of Birth
Not publicly documented
About Kayli
Kayli Mills is an American voice actress known for her extensive work in anime, video games, and animation. She is affiliated with Bang Zoom! Entertainment and has become a prominent figure in English anime dubbing thanks to her clear, emotionally resonant performances.
As Mahiru Seki in Call of the Night, Mills brings a soft-spoken warmth to the character, capturing Mahiru’s kindness while subtly conveying her inner complexity. Her performance aligns closely with the tone of the original Japanese portrayal while making the character accessible to English-speaking audiences.
Hometown
Los Angeles, California, USA
Career Highlights
- Mahiru Seki – Call of the Night
- Emilia – Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World
- Keqing – Genshin Impact
- Alice Zuberg – Sword Art Online: Alicization
- Runa Yomozuki – Kakegurui
- Clara Valac – Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun
Mills is particularly recognized for her role as Emilia, one of the most popular characters in modern isekai anime.
Full Current Filmography
Note: The following reflects documented credits from publicly available sources and may not be exhaustive.
Anime (English Dub Roles, Selected, Chronological)
- 2017 – Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World (Emilia)
- 2018 – Kakegurui (Runa Yomozuki)
- 2018 – Sword Art Online: Alicization (Alice Zuberg)
- 2019 – Carole & Tuesday (Emma)
- 2020 – Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun (Clara Valac)
- 2022 – Call of the Night (Mahiru Seki)
Video Games (Selected)
- Genshin Impact (Keqing)
- Fire Emblem Heroes (various characters)
- NieR Re[in]carnation (various roles)
Critical Reception
Kayli Mills is widely praised for her emotional clarity and ability to portray compassionate, nuanced characters. Her performances often stand out for their sincerity and consistency across long-running series.
- Behind The Voice Actors profile (https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/Kayli-Mills/) catalogs her roles and highlights fan reception.
- Reviews of Re:ZERO frequently commend her portrayal of Emilia as heartfelt and emotionally compelling, contributing significantly to the character’s popularity in English-speaking regions.
Social Media
X: @KayliMills (https://x.com/KayliMills)
