‘Jumbo’ Sequel, ‘Queen of Malacca’ Franchise Plans on the Cards as Indonesia’s Visinema Eyes Expansion (EXCLUSIVE)
What's happening
Indonesian filmmaker Angga Dwimas Sasongko is expanding his production company Visinema's portfolio with plans for a 'Jumbo' sequel and targeting Q1 2027 for the fantasy epic 'Queen of Malacca' release. The Southeast Asian production is in post-production and has garnered interest from potential Chinese distribution partners.
Who's involved
Angga Dwimas Sasongko is an Indonesian filmmaker and founder of Visinema, a production company focused on developing ambitious regional film projects. The company is pursuing distribution deals with partners in China and other markets to expand the reach of its productions.
Why it matters
This expansion signals growing confidence in Southeast Asian cinema on the global stage and demonstrates how regional production companies are scaling up to compete internationally. Success with these projects could establish Indonesia as a major player in fantasy filmmaking and open doors for other regional creators seeking global distribution.
More context
Visinema has been building momentum in Indonesian cinema with increasingly ambitious projects. The push to secure Chinese distribution partners reflects broader trends of Southeast Asian studios seeking co-financing and distribution across Asia. 'Queen of Malacca' represents the company's ambition to develop franchises similar to major Hollywood models. The targeting of a specific Q1 2027 release date indicates the company is confident enough in post-production timelines and market conditions to commit to a concrete launch window.