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2025 JAFF Market countdown; “Nusantara Wave” spotlight shifts to Jogja after weeks of North Asia industry activity
Indonesia–Malaysia collaborations open the second annual edition of the JAFF Market in Jogja on Saturday, pulling the “Nusantara Wave” conversation to centre stage after weeks of activity led by festivals and markets in Korea, Japan and Taiwan. Led by Komet Productions, Skop Productions, Magma Entertainment & Red Communications, the three-day market’s opening session looks at the creative alliances between Southeast Asia’s markets. These often take a back seat to their older and better-funded North Asian neighbours. ▶ Read the full story here

“When no one is watching, do you still do what’s right?” – Philippines’ Rein Entertainment bosses on their new film, their upcoming series and their international ambitions
Philippines’ indie Rein Entertainment asks tough questions in its movies and series, from Salvageland, which opens in theatres across the Philippines this week, to premium series “Drug War: A Conspiracy of Silence” and “Dose”. Co-founders – Lino S. Cayetano and Shugo Praico – talk about their why, how and international growth ambitions. ▶ Read the full story here

“Taxi Driver” season three returns to smaller audiences; Korea’s SBS series debuts at av. 9.25%, hits #1 on Viu
The third edition of SBS’ Friday/Saturday prime-time drama “Taxi Driver” premiered in Korea on 21 Nov to a tepid response from local viewers compared to the first two seasons. But streaming platform Viu, which boarded the series in mid-2025 and sells the show as a Viu Original, is telling an entirely different story. Viu’s framing speaks to Korea’s market situation, where the video entertainment environment is so chastened that broadcasters are grateful for single-digit ratings on prime-time shows. ▶ Read the full story here

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