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Japan’s Kadokawa Unveils Two New Asian-Focused Titles at Hong Kong FilMart (EXCLUSIVE)

Naman Ramachandran Japan‘s Kadokawa is set to make a splash at this year’s Hong Kong FilMart with two new titles aimed at the Asian market, both featuring stars with strong regional appeal. The first offering is the completed film adaptation of “My Love Story With Yamada-kun at Lv999,” based on the popular comic series that has sold 4.5 million copies in Japan. The property has already proven its cross-platform appeal with a successful animation series that gained high ratings on streaming platforms including Crunchyroll and Bilibili.

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Global Players Flock to FilMart as Asian Entertainment Market Transforms Into Content Powerhouse

Naman Ramachandran As Hong Kong FilMart 2025 kicks off, Asia’s premier entertainment marketplace is setting new benchmarks for regional and global industry collaboration, with expanded international participation and initiatives designed to address the evolving landscape of content creation and distribution. This year’s event will bring together over 750 exhibitors from more than 30 countries and regions, with 32 group pavilions led by governments of 23 countries and regions, according to Candas Yeung, associate director of service promotion department at the Hong Kong Trade Development Council.

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Hong Kong Veteran Stanley Kwan Backs Rotterdam Winner Zheng Lu Xinyuan’s ‘A Stranger at My Door’

Naman Ramachandran Hong Kong veteran filmmaker Stanley Kwan Kam-pang has thrown his weight behind “A Stranger at My Door,” the sophomore fiction feature from director Zheng Lu Xinyuan. The film is selected for the Hong Kong — Asia Film Financing Forum (HAF), the project market that operates concurrently with Hong Kong FilMart.

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Autumn Sun Picks Up ‘Moonlight Madness’ Starring Don Lee and Kris Phillips

Hong Kong-based sales outfit Autumn Sun has picked up international sales on Moonlight Madness starring Korean actor Don Lee (The Roundup) in his first ever comedy role and first performance in a Chinese production.

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Talent Spotlight: Ten Filmmakers Leading The Charge For Hong Kong’s New Wave

Despite the challenges currently faced by the Hong Kong film industry, a wave of new filmmakers has emerged in recent years. Backed by government funding and the mentoring of experienced local producers and directors, these talents have seen encouraging box office results at home as well as festival play and some commercial success overseas.

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Distribution Workshop Picks Up Financial Scam Drama ‘IOU’ Starring Aaron Kwok

Distribution Workshop has picked up international rights to Chinese director Steven Zhang Zhonghua’s IOU, a comedy drama set against the background of recent illegal fundraising scams, starring Aaron Kwok.

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Visit Films Unveils Multiple Deals at Hong Kong FilMart (EXCLUSIVE)

Naman Ramachandran New York-based Visit Films has revealed multiple international deals for its diverse slate of independent films at Hong Kong FilMart, ranging from sci-fi thrillers to music documentaries. Kelly O’Sullivan and Alex Thompson’s Sundance and Rome drama “Ghostlight” has secured deals with Nikkatsu (Japan), New Cinema (Israel), Cinobo (Greece, Cyprus), Eye Film (Benelux), Fabula Films (Turkey) and Sister Distribution (Switzerland). IFC previously acquired U.S.

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Venice Winner Aditya Vikram Sengupta Produces Hong Kong’s HAF-Selected Indian Satirical Comedy-Drama ‘Republic of Mahalaxmi Apartment’

Naman Ramachandran First-time feature director Niladri Mukherjee’s “Republic of Mahalaxmi Apartment,” a satirical drama about corruption and suppression of dissent in an Indian housing society, has been selected for the Hong Kong — Asia Film Financing Forum (HAF), the project market that operates concurrently with Hong Kong FilMart. The Hindi-language project, produced by Aditya Vikram Sengupta and Priyankar Patra of For Films, is seeking funds and co-producers to complete its $216,000 budget.

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Aaron Kwok Drama ‘IOU’ Unveiled by Distribution Workshop at Hong Kong FilMart

Naman Ramachandran Distribution Workshop has revealed its latest feature film “IOU” for international sales at Hong Kong FilMart, starring award-winning actor Aaron Kwok in the lead role. Directed by Steven Zhang Zhonghua, an emerging filmmaker from China’s post-80s generation, “IOU” tells the story of a desperate man (Kwok) who blockades the rural lodging of siblings in China’s Shaanxi province, attempting to force their father to repay a loan.

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Mikhail Red’s ‘Lilim’ Leads Viva Films’ Horror Slate at Hong Kong FilMart (EXCLUSIVE)

Naman Ramachandran The Philippines‘ Viva Communications is set to unleash a wave of horror titles at Hong Kong FilMart, spearheaded by acclaimed filmmaker Mikhail Red‘s latest chiller “Lilim.” “Lilim,” which premiered in the Philippines earlier this month, has a narrative set against the country’s turbulent 1970s and 1980s. It follows the harrowing journey of a sister and brother who seek sanctuary in a secluded orphanage during a period of social unrest.

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‘Squid Game’ Star’s Cannes Closer ‘Next Sohee’ Nabbed for North American Release in Deal Unveiled at Hong Kong FilMart (EXCLUSIVE)

Naman Ramachandran In a deal unveiled at Hong Kong FilMart, Korean filmmaker July Jung’s emotionally charged drama-thriller “Next Sohee” will make its long-awaited stateside theatrical debut in May through Zurty Studios and Echelon Studios, following a celebrated international festival run. The film, which closed the 2022 Cannes Critics’ Week to a seven-minute standing ovation, offers a harrowing narrative inspired by true events.

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Lee Kang-sheng Stars in Qiu Jiongjiong’s ‘Fuxi: Joy in Four Chapters,’ Selected for Hong Kong Project Market

Naman Ramachandran Chinese auteur Qiu Jiongjiong‘s upcoming drama “Fuxi: Joy in Four Chapters,” starring acclaimed Taiwanese actor Lee Kang-sheng, has been selected for the Hong Kong — Asia Film Financing Forum (HAF), the project market that runs concurrently with Hong Kong FilMart, as a work-in-progress. The production weaves together four Sichuan tales spanning thousands of years, connected through the universal language of food and feasting.

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Horror Mystery ‘Taboo: The Silent Day’ Boarded by Korea’s Showbox at Hong Kong FilMart (EXCLUSIVE)

Naman Ramachandran Korea‘s Showbox has added “Taboo: The Silent Day,” a horror mystery directed by first-time helmer Park Kyung-kun, to its sales slate at Hong Kong FilMart. Shot in Indonesia with a Korean crew and cast, the film centers on a group of friends whose vacation in Bali takes a terrifying turn when they accidentally break a mysterious urn, unleashing vengeful spirits during Nyepi Day — Bali’s sacred Day of Silence, when all forms of eating, pleasure, travel and lights must cease. The film stars Kwon Da-ham (“A Killer Paradox,” “D.P.”), Choi Tae-eun (“Graceful Friends,” “Checkmate”), and Lee Jeong-hoon (“High School Love Story”).

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‘All We Imagine As Light’ Takes Top Honors At Asian Film Awards; Japanese Filmmaker Daihachi Yoshida Wins Best Director For ‘Teki Cometh’

All We Imagine As Light took home top honors at the 18th Asian Film Awards (AFA), winning the Best Film prize.

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Sammo Hung Keeps Action Real While Hollywood Follows: ‘I’m Preserving the JC (Jackie Chan) Style, not CG’

Naman Ramachandran Sammo Hung has seen it all. From battling Bruce Lee on screen in “Enter the Dragon” (1973) to bossing Donnie Yen behind the camera as the action director of “Ip Man” (2008), the legendary martial artist now wields influence as jury president of this year’s Asian Film Awards. The man who helped define Hong Kong action cinema for generations is now evaluating its future. The 73-year-old action star, whose career spans over five decades, has transitioned seamlessly between acting, directing, and producing, crafting some of the most influential martial arts films in cinema history.

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Hong Kong Film Fest Industry Director Talks Asian Animation Boom & Support For Sophomore Features

Running during the same week as Hong Kong‘s Filmart, the Hong Kong-Asia Film Financing Forum (HAF) is one of Asia’s longest-running project markets. In its 23rd edition this year, the three-day HAF will feature 25 shortlisted projects in-development from March 17 to 19.

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