Zombie Horror Unleashed: Netflix Southeast Asia Unveils ‘The Elixir’ and ‘Ziam’

Netflix is aiming to attract Southeast Asian audiences by creating culturally resonant horror stories featuring Indonesia and Thailand as backgrounds in its upcoming shows "The Elixir" and "Ziam." Directed by Kimo Stamboel, the Indonesian-Javanese-set film stars Mikha Tambayong and Eva Celia, while Thailand's "Ziam" follows a Muay Thai fighter battling zombies to save his girlfriend. Both projects emphasize authentic storytelling and visuals, signaling Netflix's bold expansion into local horror subcultures.