🎤 FilMart 2026 lays the foundation for an AI revolution in film
Asia's largest film and TV content market, FilMart, is in full swing. This year the event has drawn a record 790 exhibitors from 30 countries, cementing its role as the primary bridge between East and West.
What’s reshaping the industry right now?
AI expansion. An expanded AI Hub has opened on site. Market leaders Alibaba Cloud, Kling and MiniMax have partnered with universities to turn neural networks from theory into practical tools. The new AI Academy features 15 workshops covering everything from sound generation to full animation production.
Short-form boom. The International Association of Short Dramas makes its debut. Experts are discussing how AI accelerates episodic content creation and unlocks new monetization niches in the Gulf region.
Pro networking. Producers Connect has gathered over 100 producers and representatives from leading film institutes worldwide (BFI, KOFIC, Cinecittà) to find co-investors.
Emerging Asian markets (Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysia) are aggressively positioning themselves as new creative hubs, offering attractive tax incentives for co-productions. Organizers emphasize that FilMart today is no longer just about selling rights — it’s a laboratory for mastering new formats.
