Character Relationship Map: Saving Shuli-San

Characters

• Natty (played by Shalom Michaelshvili) — protagonist

  One of the three core protagonists from the Israeli comedy trio 'Ma Kasher'. A comedic yet action-ready team member who travels to Japan as part of the unconventional rescue operation.

• Avihu (played by Tzion Baruch) — protagonist

  One of the three main protagonists. Brings a distinct practical skill set and comedic timing to the team's chaotic international rescue mission.

• Betzalel (played by Asi Israelof) — supporting

  The third member of the iconic comedy trio. Often serves as the strategic or emotional anchor of the group as they navigate parody-style ninja and underworld elements in Japan.

• Shuli (played by David Shaul) — supporting

  The central figure of the rescue mission, referred to as 'Shuli-San' in this sequel. His presence in Japan sets the entire plot in motion and tests the trio's dedication.

• Bat Sheba / numen (played by Emma Meding) — supporting

  A significant secondary character introduced in the Japanese setting. Her dual name suggests a connection to local alliances, technology, or the film's parody of robots and ninjas.

Story Dynamics

Alliances, conflicts, and narrative interactions that evolve throughout the story.

• Shuli → Bat Sheba / numen (Unknown Mystical Connection) — Linked through the 'numen' alias and Japanese cultural parody elements
• Betzalel → Bat Sheba / numen (Alliance Supporting Ally) — Collaborates with the protagonist within the Japanese parody setting
• Avihu → Bat Sheba / numen (Alliance Supporting Ally) — Collaborates with the protagonist within the Japanese parody setting
• Natty → Bat Sheba / numen (Alliance Supporting Ally) — Collaborates with the protagonist within the Japanese parody setting
• Betzalel → Shuli (Narrative Rescue Target) — Primary objective of the supporting cast's operation
• Avihu → Shuli (Narrative Rescue Target) — Primary objective of the protagonist's extraction mission
• Natty → Shuli (Narrative Rescue Target) — Primary objective of the protagonist's extraction mission
• Avihu → Betzalel (Alliance Teammate) — Core member of the 'Ma Kshur' comedy trio collaborating on the mission
• Natty → Betzalel (Alliance Teammate) — Core member of the 'Ma Kshur' comedy trio collaborating on the mission
• Natty → Avihu (Alliance Teammate) — Core member of the 'Ma Kshur' comedy trio collaborating on the mission

Story Analysis

The reference presents a cross-cultural Israeli comedy-action sequel whose Japanese setting, parody elements, audience record, and artistic recognition define its documented profile.

Plot Progression

1. A Sequel Takes Shape — The reference identifies the film as a 2025 Israeli comedy-action sequel. It connects the production to the earlier Saving Shuli film.
2. Parody Across Cultures — Most filming took place in Japan. The film combines Japanese and American cinema parody with Israeli comedy, ninjas, robots, and yakuza elements.
3. Creative Identity — The reference credits Uri Katz with the screenplay and Ben Bachar with direction. It also identifies the production's Israeli and Japanese creative context.
4. A Rapid Audience Surge — The soundtrack includes Omer Adam's cover of Haim. Within less than a month, the film reached one million viewers and broke an Israeli attendance record.
5. Recognition And Remembrance — The film reached first place among the most-viewed Israeli films and displaced Eskimo Limon. Its cinematography won an award, and the film was dedicated to Ze'ev Revach.