In collaboration with our international partners at InStyleAsia, OTS Magazine brings readers a moment of celebration for one of Asia’s most enduring and influential cinematic figures.

Few actresses have shaped the global perception of Asian cinema quite like Zhang Ziyi. Revered for her commanding screen presence and emotional depth, Zhang has built a legacy that spans continents and generations of film audiences.

Hong Kong/Tokyo (January 6, 2025): The Asian Film Awards Academy (Academy or AFAA) has announced that it will welcome, for the first time in Asian Film Awards’ (AFA) history, five individuals as the faces of AFA: the AFA Ambassador and four Youth Ambassadors from different Asian regions. Actor Dean FUJIOKA will serve as the AFA Ambassador, making him the first actor to take on this role. Additionally, OKADA Masaki will be a Youth Ambassador, alongside Aokbab Chutimon (Thailand), Austin LIN (Taiwan), and LO Chun Yip (Hong Kong). 

The five shining stars, from different regions across Asia, bring unique cultural backgrounds, acting experiences, and styles, embodying this year's theme, 'Empowering Ideas Together.' They will attend the AFA ceremony and side events, meeting cinephiles to promote the rich culture of Asian cinema.