KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 -- Successful adult animated series have remained popular for decades, with shows such as The Simpsons, Family Guy, and American Dad! among the most notable examples.

Taking a similar approach while tailoring its humour to local audiences, Kisah Bawah Tanah (KBT) is a 12-minute 2D-animated series by Animasia Studio and Spaceboy Studios that premiered in March.

Drawing inspiration from ghost myths and horror folklore from Malaysia and across South-east Asia, the series features familiar supernatural figures that many in the region will recognise, including the Pocong, Orang Minyak, and Jiangshi.

KBT transforms these traditionally frightening legends into a humorous, relatable, adult-animated comedy aimed at Gen Z au...