Netflix is set to expand its offerings in Asia with the release of two original zombie films from Southeast Asia and its first animated film from Korea in 2025.

The upcoming zombie films, titled 'Elixir' and 'Ziam', are being developed by Indonesian and Thai teams, collaborating with creators from the hit Korean series 'Kingdom'.

Vincent Taewon Kim, Netflix's director for Korean content, emphasized that 2025 will focus on diversifying offerings, including the animated film 'Lost in Starlight'.

Netflix has seen significant success in the APAC region, with over 100 films reaching the global top 10 list for non-English films, including notable titles like 'Uprising' and 'City Hunter'.

Ruchikaa Kapoor Sheikh, who leads films for Netflix India, highlighted that nearly half of Indian viewership comes from films, with at least one Indian film consistently appearing in the global Top 10 non-English list.

The cultural impact of Netflix films in Asia is profound, exemplified by the live-action adaptation of 'City Hunter', which led to a staggering 900% increase in sales of the original manga series.

In 2024, Netflix's film viewership among APAC subscribers surged by nearly 20%, indicating a growing appetite for diverse content in the region.

Globally, Netflix members watch an average of seven films per month, reflecting the platform's increasing popularity and engagement.

As Netflix Japan celebrates its 10-year anniversary in 2025, it will feature notable titles like 'Demon City' and the upcoming '10Dance'.

Shin Takahashi, head of Japanese live-action films, noted the unique filming opportunities provided by JR East, including filming on a moving bullet train.

Among Netflix India's upcoming films is 'Toaster', starring Rajkummar Rao, produced by him and his wife under their production company, Kampa Films.

Japan's 'Bullet Train Explosion', a reboot of the 1975 film, is set to premiere on April 23, 2025, featuring unprecedented collaboration with JR East for filming on real bullet trains.