Manny Pacquiao, the retired boxing legend, will be making a return to the spotlight in a different capacity. He has been announced to join the cast of Netflix’s upcoming series “Physical: Asia,” which is a spinoff of “Physical: 100.” This new chapter of the Physical brand will showcase physical competitors from various Asian countries in a national team battle for pride.
The announcement was made as part of Netflix’s “Next on Netflix 2025 Korea” event, where Pacquiao’s involvement in the show was revealed. This marks a new direction for the Physical franchise, which previously focused on athletes in MMA, boxing, and wushu sando. While details about the premiere date and number of contestants representing each country are still scarce, it is confirmed that there will be other celebrities joining the show alongside Pacquiao.
Yoo Ki-hwan, the director of content at Netflix Korea, expressed excitement about expanding the franchise to an Asian stage and bringing together the strongest physical competitors from different countries. This move signals a shift towards inclusivity and diversity within the Physical series.
Fans of Korean reality shows can look forward to more announcements about upcoming Netflix content in 2025. With Pacquiao’s involvement and the promise of an exciting competition, “Physical: Asia” is already generating buzz and anticipation among viewers. Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling new series.
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