Netflix’s “Physical: 100” Flexes into “Physical: Asia”

Netflix’s Physical: 100 Transforms into Physical: Asia, Welcoming Boxing Icon Manny Pacquiao

Netflix’s smash-hit survival reality competition Physical: 100, which dominated the Global Top 10 TV Series (Non-English) rankings for two consecutive years, is returning with a game-changing twist. Now rebranded as Physical: Asia and set to premiere in the fourth quarter of this year, the show is expanding beyond individual strength battles into an electrifying, full-scale national showdown—where teamwork, resilience, and national pride take center stage.

From “100” to “Asia”: A Battle of Nations Begins

In previous seasons, Physical: 100 pushed 100 elite athletes to their limits in a grueling solo survival competition. Now, Physical: Asia revolutionizes the format, turning the arena into a high-stakes team-based war, where competitors unite under their country’s flag.

The new twist? If one member of a team is eliminated, the entire squad is out—making every challenge a do-or-die test of endurance and strategy. This heightened risk factor not only raises the intensity but also adds an unprecedented layer of drama, forcing athletes to balance personal strength with collective survival.

A Boxing Legend Joins the Fight

Physical: Asia welcomes a global sports icon—boxing legend Manny Pacquiao—as the Philippines’ representative for the first time in the franchise’s history. As the only boxer to have ever claimed world titles in eight different weight divisions, Pacquiao brings not just his legendary speed and power but also his warrior spirit to the competition.

His participation marks a bold new chapter for the show, emphasizing its ambition to become the ultimate battleground for Asia’s strongest and most determined athletes. With national pride at stake, the competition promises to be more intense than ever, as elite contenders clash in an unprecedented test of skill, stamina, and strategy.

A Grand Stage with Higher Stakes

Since its debut, Physical: 100 has captivated millions worldwide, making history as Netflix’s first Korean unscripted series to top the Global Top 10 (Non-English) rankings. Now, Physical: Asia takes that legacy to new heights, bringing together competitors from across the continent—regardless of age, gender, or weight class—for the most punishing and pulse-pounding challenges yet.

With a larger-than-life format, a fierce lineup of national representatives, and the inclusion of a legendary sports figure, Physical: Asia promises to be an unmissable spectacle. Expect intense rivalries, thrilling eliminations, and jaw-dropping feats of endurance as teams battle to prove their country’s dominance in the ultimate test of physical and mental fortitude.

Before the action begins, catch up on the first two seasons of Physical: 100, now streaming on Netflix. And stay tuned for more updates on Physical: Asia—where strength, strategy, and national pride collide in a competition like no other.