‘Jumbo’ Sequel, ‘Queen of Malacca’ Franchise Plans on the Cards as Indonesia’s Visinema Eyes Expansion (EXCLUSIVE)
Indonesian filmmaker and Visinema founder Angga Dwimas Sasongko is targeting the first quarter of 2027 for the release of “Queen of Malacca,” as the...
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- Indonesian filmmaker and Visinema founder Angga Dwimas Sasongko is targeting the first quarter of 2027 for the release of “Queen of Malacca,” as the Southeast Asian fantasy epic moves through post-production and attracts interest from potential distribution partners in China, Thailand and other international markets.
- “We are currently in discussions with potential distribution partners,” Sasongko tells Variety during the Malaysia International Film Festival (MIFFest) in Kuala Lumpur.
- “It will definitely become the next franchise for Visinema.” “Queen of Malacca” marks Sasongko’s return to directing after a two-year break and is one of the most ambitious productions of his career.
- It’s like creating a universe – a mosaic of modern life inspired by regional mythology and traditions.” Popular on Variety More than a standalone feature, Sasongko sees “Queen of Malacca” as the cornerstone of Visinema’s strategy to develop locally rooted IP with international appeal.
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Indonesian filmmaker and Visinema founder Angga Dwimas Sasongko is targeting the first quarter of 2027 for the release of “Queen of Malacca,” as the Southeast Asian fantasy epic moves through post-production and attracts interest from potential distribution partners in China, Thailand and other international markets. “We are currently in discussions with potential distribution partners,” Sasongko tells Variety during the Malaysia International Film Festival (MIFFest) in Kuala Lumpur. “It will definitely become the next franchise for Visinema.” “Queen of Malacca” marks Sasongko’s return to directing after a two-year break and is one of the most ambitious productions of his career. It’s like creating a universe – a mosaic of modern life inspired by regional mythology and traditions.” Popular on Variety More than a standalone feature, Sasongko sees “Queen of Malacca” as the cornerstone of Visinema’s strategy to develop locally rooted IP with international appeal. Beyond “Queen of Malacca,” Visinema is preparing five films for release in 2027 while developing an animation pipeline extending through 2030. “For Visinema, international collaboration isn’t simply about securing more...
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