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Hype Malaysia
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Malaysian Animated Series 'Mechamato' Tops Youku Streaming Charts 72 Hours After Chinese Debut
It's great news for the Malaysian animated series, 'Mechamato'! Just days after its debut on Chinese streaming site Youku, the series found itself in a comfortable first place in two different categories! Earlier today, MONSTA Studio announced through social media that 'Mechamato' peaked at first place on two Youku charts 72 hours after its debut on the streaming platform. The animation studio wrote, 'Within just 72 hours, the Malaysian animated series has claimed the number #1 spot in Boys' Favourite and #1 in Mecha Genre on Youku!'. The show debuted on the platform on 9th May 2025 (Friday). At the same time, 'Mechamato' charted in two other categories, placing in the top 3 positions. According to MONSTA chief executive officer Nizam Abd Razak, the animation series claimed the #2 spot in the Hot-Blood Adventure category and the #3 spot in the New Releases category. It's worth noting that Youku is one of China's top streaming platforms, with nearly 450 million monthly active viewers. The series' debut on Youku is a historic feat, as it also marks its entry into the Chinese market. Nizam said the studio's partnership with the platform extends beyond broadcasting, paving the way for ventures into licensing and merchandising for 'Mechamato'. Given the colossal entertainment market of the world's second most populous country, 'Mechamato' could see a significant lead in its global reach. Besides its home country, 'Mechamoto' also has a loyal following in Japan, especially after the debut of its Japanese dub. The series even became the first non-Japanese series to win the 'Anime Fan Award' at the 2023 Tokyo Anime Awards Festival. During its appearance at the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, 'Mechamato' and MONSTA Studio were met with a crowd of fans, who lined up for hours for a photo with the Amato mascot. Congratulations to 'Mechamato' and MONSTA Studio on their achievements on Youku! We look forward to seeing more achievements and milestones! Sources: Instagram, Siakap Keli, The Sun
Arabian Post
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Arabian Post
Confessions Wraps Filming: Eastern Dark Aesthetics Meet the Abyss of Human Nature, Elevating Chinese Drama to New Heights
SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 May 2025 – Confessions, a psychological suspense series written and directed by Wong Ching-Po and starring Ethan Juan, Gingle Wang, Alyssa Chia, Yi-Wen Chen, and Vivian Sung, officially wrapped filming on May 3. Hosted by Bowie Tsang, the press conference gathered the full cast and creative team. The set, featuring tree root installations and a Mondrian-inspired carpet, was meticulously designed. With a stellar team including multiple Golden Horse and Golden Bell Award winners, Confessions has drawn strong interest from international markets. Creative Roundtable: Elite Team Continues the Legacy, Delving Into the Gray Areas of Human Nature The series, from the creative team behind The Pig, The Snake, and The Pigeon, underwent four months of preparation and 120 days of filming. Building on the 'violent aesthetics and philosophical musings' of its predecessor, Confessions adds socially conscious suspense elements that heighten the narrative's intensity and complexity. It delves deeper into psychological issues such as family trauma and moral conflict. Ethan Juan shared that his character, Lin San, has a complex inner journey that mirrors many aspects of his own life. He described the experience as if he were stepping into Lin San's shoes, not only portraying the character's life but also undergoing a personal choice of his own throughout the process. First Teaser: Stark Aesthetics Hit Home At the press conference, the teaser trailer 'Destined Suspense' was unveiled. With chilling lighting and intense sound design, it builds a bold aesthetic that amplifies suspense. The trailer reveals the characters' psychological unraveling as they navigate family feuds and moral entanglements across two generations, drawing viewers into hidden truths and the abyss of human nature. Eight character stills and a themed poster were unveiled, using black-and-white tones to evoke a sense of psychological warfare and mystery, deepening the audience's immersion in the characters' minds. The series will be introduced to mainland China by Youhug Media and Youku, and exclusively streamed on Youku. Following the event, Confessions entered post-production. The team will fuse Eastern and Western cultural elements, using sharp editing and visual effects to help Chinese drama cross linguistic and regional borders. With its striking dark aesthetic and universal moral themes, the show aims to leave a bold mark on the psychological suspense genre and redefine the peak of Chinese storytelling. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
The Sun
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Mechamato breaks into China
MALAYSIAN animation company Monsta's popular animated series Mechamoto is officially making its debut in China, with streaming set to begin on Youku soon. A significant leap forward for Monsta's global reach, the series' reach into the world's second-largest country and its colossal entertainment market is a major breakthrough not just for the company, but for the Malaysian animation industry as a whole. With Mechamato 's unique blend of high-energy action, inventive robotics and universally appealing characters, the series is primed to capture the hearts of audiences in China and become the next big hit sensation. 'We are thrilled Mechamato will soon be airing in China through a new partnership with Youku. 'This partnership extends far beyond broadcasting, paving the way for thrilling ventures into licensing and merchandising that will elevate our brand to new heights. We look forward to working more closely with partners in China and building strong, long-term relationships in the region,' said Monsta CEO Nizam Abd Razak Behind Mechamato's success lies the significant role of Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation, Malaysia's leading digital agency under the purview of the Digital Ministry that has been actively driving the growth of Malaysia's animation industry onto the global stage. This marks a bold new milestone for the series following its remarkable success penetrating more than 75 countries and airing across 10 different broadcasters in Japan alone. Previously, the Mechamato movie earned the distinction of being the highest-grossing animated film ever produced in Southeast Asia. In a historic milestone for 2023, it also became the first non-Japanese anime to win the prestigious Tokyo Anime Award – solidifying its place as a trailblazer in global animation.
The Sun
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Mechamato debuts in China via Youku
MALAYSIAN animation company Monsta's popular animated series Mechamoto is officially making its debut in China, with streaming set to begin on Youku soon. A significant leap forward for Monsta's global reach, the series' reach into the world's second-largest country and its colossal entertainment market is a major breakthrough not just for the company, but for the Malaysian animation industry as a whole. With Mechamato's unique blend of high-energy action, inventive robotics and universally appealing characters, the series is primed to capture the hearts of audiences in China and become the next big hit sensation. 'We are thrilled Mechamato will soon be airing in China through a new partnership with Youku. 'This partnership extends far beyond broadcasting, paving the way for thrilling ventures into licensing and merchandising that will elevate our brand to new heights. We look forward to working more closely with partners in China and building strong, long-term relationships in the region,' said Monsta CEO Nizam Abd Razak Behind Mechamato's success lies the significant role of Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation, Malaysia's leading digital agency under the purview of the Digital Ministry that has been actively driving the growth of Malaysia's animation industry onto the global stage. This marks a bold new milestone for the series following its remarkable success penetrating more than 75 countries and airing across 10 different broadcasters in Japan alone. Previously, the Mechamato movie earned the distinction of being the highest-grossing animated film ever produced in Southeast Asia. In a historic milestone for 2023, it also became the first non-Japanese anime to win the prestigious Tokyo Anime Award – solidifying its place as a trailblazer in global animation.
South China Morning Post
13-02-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Chinese apps are slowly returning to India 5 years after border clash
The mobile apps of fast-fashion retailer Shein and Alibaba Group Holding 's Taobao marketplace and Youku video-streaming platform are again available to Indian users more than four years after New Delhi mass-banned Chinese apps following a border clash. Shein, founded in China but now headquartered in Singapore, made a comeback via a new app named 'Shein India Fast Fashion', which was launched specifically for the South Asian country. The app was published in late January by the local firm Reliance Retail on both Google Play and Apple's App Store, according to app data from Reliance Retail has entered a long-term licensing deal with Shein to sell products manufactured and sourced locally, the BBC reported last week, citing an executive from the retail subsidiary of Indian conglomerate Reliance Industries. Alibaba, owner of the Post, took a similar approach with Youku. An international version of the app called 'Youku – Drama, Film, Show, Anime' – which has been available in various markets since 2021 for iPhone and 2022 for Android – has been available in India at least since November 2024, the earliest record on available to the Post. While the Android version of the app was published by Youku, the iPhone version was launched by Alibaba's Hong Kong subsidiary Jet Brilliant. Taobao appeared to return as the same app that existed in India before the ban. It has also been available since at least November, according to
