ANIPLUS has officially announced that it has acquired the licensing rights for the highly anticipated movie Puella Magi Madoka Magica: Walpurgisnacht: Rising. The reveal was made during Anime Festival Asia Singapore (AFASG) 2025, one of the biggest anime events in Southeast Asia.
The movie marks the long-awaited continuation of the Madoka Magica franchise, and ANIPLUSβs acquisition signals promising news for fans across the region who have been eagerly waiting for updates on its release.
Highlights from the ANIPLUS Booth at AFASG 2025
Alongside the major announcement, the ANIPLUS booth featured special showcases of two upcoming titles:
The Invisible Man and His Soon-to-Be Wife

A charming fantasy-romance series that continues to gain buzz ahead of its release.
The Holy Grail of Eris

The series drew particular attention as it held its premiere screening at the event, attended by voice actresses Ichinose Kana and Suzushiro Sayumi. Their appearance added excitement and star power to the AFASG 2025 lineup.
While the licensing announcement for Walpurgisnacht: Rising has thrilled fans, ANIPLUS has confirmed that additional detailsβincluding release plans, regional broadcast information, and future promotional activitiesβwill be shared soon. Fans are encouraged to stay tuned to official channels from Aniplus Asia for further updates.
With major announcements and exclusive premieres, ANIPLUSβs presence at AFASG 2025 stands out as a highlight of the eventβsetting the stage for an exciting year ahead for anime fans in Southeast Asia.
