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CNA Originals is heading to ATF with a slate of new documentary titles, including The Mark of Empire\u2014Kingdoms of the Sea<\/em>.<\/p>\n

\u201cCNA Originals is the only global English-language documentary brand devoted exclusively to telling the stories of Asia, the most dynamic and fast-changing region in the world,\u201d notes Raju Jayakumar, deputy chief editor for current affairs and content commissioning and planning. \u201cAs Asia dominates international headlines, CNA Originals goes further, delving beneath the surface to uncover the human narratives, cultural forces, and historical threads shaping the region\u2019s destiny.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Mark of Empire\u2014Kingdoms of the Sea<\/em>, the third installment of The Mark of Empire<\/em> series, delves into the legends of Asia\u2019s forgotten kingdoms. Curator and historian Peter Lee unravels the mysteries of the Srivijaya empire, the Champa kingdom, the Sultanate of Sulu, and the Anuradhapura kingdom through archaeological discoveries, rare artifacts and expert insights.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe third installment expands the franchise\u2019s distinctive cinematic exploration of Asia\u2019s ancient civilizations, with immersive visuals and compelling storytelling,\u201d Jayakumar says.<\/p>\n

Another title on the slate, China\u2019s Night Boom<\/em>, explores the economy of China at night. In Shenzhen, Changsha and Chengdu, over 60 percent of urban consumption happens after dark.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis series captures the energy, innovation and human stories behind one of the country\u2019s most dynamic social and economic shifts,\u201d explains Jayakumar. \u201cWith increasing global interest in China\u2019s evolving role as an economic powerhouse, this is one for buyers seeking current affairs-driven content with strong local nuances and international relevance.\u201d<\/p>\n

CNA Originals is also presenting Besties<\/em>, taking a deep dive into AI companions and exploring what happens when artificial intelligence steps into the realm of friendship.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn an increasingly digital world, tech-driven innovation and engagements are shaping modern relationships,\u201d Jayakumar notes. \u201cTech-focused titles continue to perform strongly, and Besties<\/em> adds a fresh, human-centric angle to the genre, making it relatable and offering universal appeal for international buyers.\u201d<\/p>\n

Each of these productions \u201ccombines investigative depth with cinematic storytelling, revealing how Asia\u2019s transformations ripple across the world,\u201d he says, adding, \u201cTogether, these documentaries redefine how Asia\u2019s past, present and future unfold.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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