In the initial series her name was Asuka Langley Soryu. In the new flicks it has transformed to Asuka Langley Shikinami. CF: Were you astonished how unique the Asuka in 2. is when compared to the Asuka in the television series? CF: Why your character’s past name has changed? YM: I cannot explain to you due to the fact I never why! YM: She is so cute. YM: Yes, she did. YM: Yes, I was.