{"id":38076,"date":"2026-08-11T06:25:27","date_gmt":"2026-08-11T01:25:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=38076"},"modified":"2026-08-11T06:25:27","modified_gmt":"2026-08-11T01:25:27","slug":"boxing-legend-chris-john-boards-animated-series-dragons-dojo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=38076","title":{"rendered":"Boxing Legend Chris John Boards Animated Series &#8216;Dragon&#8217;s Dojo&#8217;"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script>\r\n  atOptions = {\r\n    'key' : '644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6',\r\n    'format' : 'iframe',\r\n    'height' : 90,\r\n    'width' : 728,\r\n    'params' : {}\r\n  };\r\n<\/script>\r\n<script src=\"https:\/\/www.highperformanceformat.com\/644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tSingapore\u2019s Silver Media Group has signed a memorandum of understanding with Indonesian boxing legend <a href=\"https:\/\/variety.com\/t\/chris-john\/\" id=\"auto-tag_chris-john\" data-tag=\"chris-john\">Chris John<\/a> to develop \u201cDragon\u2019s Dojo,\u201d a mobile-first vertical animated series drawing on Indonesian folklore. <\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tThe project marks the first chapter of the ASERYA Asian Mythology Franchise.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tThe venture unites Silver Media Group with Chris John, longtime Indonesian TV executive Harun Kurniawan and Koollab Studios as co-production partners.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t\u201cDragon\u2019s Dojo\u201d launches the ASERYA Universe, an interconnected Asian mythology franchise spanning animation, comics, games and merchandise. The universe pairs real-world figures with young protagonists, folklore and mythical beings drawn from across the continent, with the goal of introducing Asian stories to global audiences.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tThe story follows ancient creatures appearing in the modern world, prompting heroes from different countries to confront a rising darkness threatening the region. In \u201cDragon\u2019s Dojo,\u201d Chris John takes on an animated alter ego, cast as the head instructor and mentor at the show\u2019s namesake martial arts academy, which works with young people facing hardship. As creatures from Indonesian mythology emerge to threaten his students\u2019 community, Chris and his pupils find their fight extends beyond monsters to their own inner struggles.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tThe series is designed as a multi-platform franchise with potential extensions into comics, games and merchandise.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tChan Gin Kai, founder and CEO of Silver Media Group, said Asia holds some of the richest histories, cultures and mythologies in the world, but many of these stories remain little known outside their home countries.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t\u201cWith ASERYA, we want to build an interconnected universe where these stories can come alive for a new generation of audiences,\u201d Chan said. \u201c\u2018Dragon\u2019s Dojo\u2019 is the beginning of that journey in Indonesia, combining the legacy of a true champion in Chris John with the power of mythology, action and values-driven storytelling. As we open the door to a wider universe of stories from across Asia, we hope to share this rich heritage with the world.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tChris John said martial arts involves more than learning how to fight, teaching discipline, respect, courage and how to face life\u2019s challenges. \u201cThroughout my career, boxing has taught me that the greatest victories are not only achieved in the ring, but also in overcoming the challenges we face every day,\u201d he said. \u201c\u2018Dragon\u2019s Dojo\u2019 brings these values into an exciting adventure where young people can discover their strength, purpose and the courage to find their own path while experiencing the richness of Indonesian mythology.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tKurniawan said Indonesia has extraordinary stories, legends and cultural heritage passed down through generations. \u201c\u2018Dragon\u2019s Dojo\u2019 gives us an opportunity to bring these elements into a contemporary format and introduce them to audiences around the world,\u201d he said. \u201cWe are creating something that is proudly Indonesian while being part of a much larger Asian storytelling universe.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tKoollab Studios co-founder Oliver Guse said the future of entertainment will be shaped by the collaboration between human creativity, technology and new approaches to storytelling. \u201cAt Koollab Studios, we believe innovation should empower creators to tell bigger and more ambitious stories while preserving the authenticity and emotional heart that make them meaningful,\u201d Guse said. \u201c\u2018Dragon\u2019s Dojo\u2019 represents an exciting opportunity to combine creative vision with new production possibilities, bringing Indonesia\u2019s rich culture and mythology to audiences around the world.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\t\u201cDragon\u2019s Dojo\u201d is in development, with production and release details to be announced.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph larva \/\/ lrv-u-margin-lr-auto  lrv-a-font-body-m   \">\n\tSilver Media Group, founded by Golden Horse Award-winning producer Chan Gin Kai, manages a portfolio of more than 1,500 intellectual property assets spanning film, animation, games and graphic novels. 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