KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 -- The teaser for the anticipated animation film Papa Zola: The Movie has quickly gained traction, amassing over 2 million views across digital platforms in under 24 hours.

A collaboration between Monsta - the acclaimed studio behind Malaysia's box office animated hits BoBoiBoy and Mechamato - and local production house Astro Shaw, the film is targeted for release in December 2025, just in time for the year-end holiday season.

"This is Papa Zola's third appearance on the silver screen after BoBoiBoy The Movie (2016) and BoBoiBoy Movie 2 (2019), but his first as the leading star," said director Nizam Razak in a statement.

"Papa Zola has always resonated deeply with audiences from all walks of life, both in Malaysia a...