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Retired Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao to join Netflix's 'Physical: 100' Asian spin-off
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February 07, 2025, 12:54 PM
Netflix announced that its hit show "Physical: 100" is getting a spin-off series.
According to Netflix, the variety series called "Physical: Asia" is slated to release in Q4 of 2025.
What's different this season
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Beyond just individuals competing each other, "Physical: Asia" will see athletes of different nationalities compete as representatives of their respective countries.
Netflix announced at the Next on Netflix 2025 Korea event that Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao will be joining the series.
Pacquiao announced his retirement from boxing back in September 2021 to focus on his presidential bid.
Photo from @mannypacquiao on Instagram
Previously, Elaine Wong — a Singaporean actress based in South Korea — joined the first season of "Physical: 100".
What is 'Physical: 100' about?
Photo from Netflix
"Physical: 100" is a variety series that pits 100 super-fit participants to compete against one another.
The games will test various aspects of athleticism like endurance and strength.
Season two winner and CrossFit athlete Amotti went home with a whopping 300 million won (S$296,000) in 2024.
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Top image from Netflix and @mannypacquiao on Instagram
