In a major milestone for Southeast Asia's media industry, OMG Studios Sdn. Bhd. (OMG) and Perbadanan Kemajuan Filem Nasional Malaysia (FINAS) have announced a landmark collaboration during FILMART 2025. This two-year strategic partnership aims to position Malaysia as a key player in Asia-Pacific’s media innovation landscape, leveraging cutting-edge virtual production technologies.

Focus Areas of the Partnership

1. Virtual Production Studio Consultancy

• OMG Studios will provide strategic consultancy for FINAS' state-of-the-art virtual production studio.
• Implementation of global best practices to ensure world-class operational standards.

2. Production Development & Execution

• At least three major productions will be hosted annually at FINAS Studio.
• The initiative aims to attract international projects and strengthen Malaysia’s appeal as a global production hub.

3. Talent Development & Training

• A minimum of two masterclasses per year will be conducted by industry experts.
• The program will help develop Malaysia’s virtual production talent pool and bridge the skill gap in next-generation content creation.

4. Strategic Ecosystem Development

• Collaboration with universities, technology providers, and regional studios to build a sustainable virtual production ecosystem.
• Establish Malaysia as a model for virtual production in Southeast Asia.

Statements from Industry Leaders

• Nick GC Tan, CEO of OMG Studios: “This collaboration marks a transformative leap for Malaysia’s creative industry, blending our expertise with FINAS' institutional support to create an attractive hub for global production.”
• Datuk Azmir Saifuddin Mutalib, CEO of FINAS: “FINAS is dedicated to advancing Malaysia’s film industry through technology, and this partnership ensures Malaysia remains at the forefront of global production trends.”

The collaboration between OMG Studios and FINAS is set to bring substantial economic benefits, increased production activity, and international collaborations. It solidifies Malaysia’s ambition to become a leading force in the region’s evolving media landscape.