25th Asian Television Awards – New Digital Format

BY CÉLINE MARQUET • January 30, 2026 • 8 MIN READ

As the world moves reactively into recovery, the Asian entertainment scene looks forward to the upcoming 25th Asian Television Awards.

Actor Tay Ping Hui — Tay Ping Hui stars in Mind’s Eye (2020) TV Drama, which has two nominations

Held Annually, the Asian Television Awards is an independent regional awards ceremony, which recognises emerging and established talents from Asia.

Last Madame (2020) TV Drama — Last Madame (2019) has 11 nominations. Cast: Joanne Peh, Brandon Wong, Jeff Chou, Lina Ng, Amanda Ang, Constance Lau, Kiki Lim, Daniel Jenkins, Gina Tan, Eelyn Kok, Fiona Fussi, Ky Tan, Alan Wan

Viewers will be able to enjoy a new digital format this year. With ongoing crowd-control concerns, organisers believe that this new direction will present higher audience engagement and opportunities.

This year’s 25th Asian Television Awards will be held over 2 days on Friday 15th, and Saturday, 16th of January 2021.

The Driver (2019) has 3 nominations. Cast: Jessica Liu, Kaiser Chuang, Wang Yuqing, Bunz

“As the licensee of the Asian Television Awards, the current pandemic has really challenged us to reinvent the way we deliver content to our viewers. Thankfully, we are really blessed to be shown such amazing support from the industry. From media and business partners, to investors, brands, talents, producers, and directors. The show would not be possible without their support.”
– Alan Eucharis Choo, Show Producer, and CEO of Wonder Paradise Group which is the licensee of the Asian Television Awards.

Over 100 entries have been received. Submissions come from broadcasters across India, China, Mongolia, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Australia, New Zealand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia, Singapore, Korea, Japan and Kazakstan. Additionally, organisers expect over 300 of Asia’s top key industry stakeholders to attend this year’s show.