BREAKING: New insights from Kyle Hebert, the English voice of Gohan, reveal that his absence from Dragon Ball Daima may have been a positive development for the character. During an interview at the Anime Pasadena convention held on November 8-9, 2025, Hebert speculated that Gohan’s lack of involvement saved him from a fate similar to that of his father, Goku, and other cast members.
Fans have been left wondering where Gohan was during the events of Daima. Hebert explained that since the series takes place before Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero, Gohan had not yet discovered his new Beast transformation. Instead, he was presumably busy “studying” as mentioned by Bulma in the first episode. “He’s off doing his scholar thing,” Hebert remarked, emphasizing Gohan’s dedication to his academic pursuits while chaos unfolded around him.
While some fans might wonder how Gohan would have fared in Daima, Hebert suggested that had he appeared, he would have likely been transformed into a child due to the plot’s premise. The villain Gomah wished to revert all fighters from the Majin Buu saga back into their younger forms. “Wherever Gohan was during Daima, he probably got transformed just like the rest of the cast,” Hebert noted, highlighting the character’s potential fate.
The reasons behind Gohan’s absence seem to extend beyond plot needs. Many fans speculate that the producers aimed to avoid overexposing Gohan after his significant role in Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero, where he gained a new form and considerable attention. This decision aligns with Akira Toriyama‘s history of fluctuating Gohan’s prominence in the series.
Ultimately, the absence of Gohan in Dragon Ball Daima allowed him to focus on both his family life and scholarly work, especially after recently getting married. His absence provided room for Goku, Vegeta, and their allies to tackle the challenges presented by Gomah and the series’ antagonists without needing Gohan’s immediate involvement.
Dragon Ball Daima premiered in October 2024, featuring a storyline where Goku and his allies are mysteriously shrunk and must journey to the Demon Realm to regain their original sizes. The anime continues to engage audiences with its blend of action, comedy, and adventure.
As fan discussions heat up about Gohan’s future in the franchise, many are left curious about how his character will evolve in upcoming storylines. What happens next for Gohan and the rest of the cast? Fans are eagerly awaiting further developments and revelations as the franchise continues to expand.
Stay tuned for more updates on Dragon Ball and its beloved characters as new episodes and insights unfold in the coming months!
