HANGZHOU – From futuristic space suits to intricate fantasy costumes, a new exhibition in Zhejiang Province is pulling back the curtain on China’s booming pop culture industry. Director Wang Xuan of CPOPwave, the event’s chief organizer, guides visitors through immersive displays featuring props from sci-fi blockbuster The Wandering Earth II, ethereal wardrobe pieces from hit drama Till the End of the Moon, and a sprawling installation celebrating mobile gaming giant Honor of Kings.
Where Imagination Meets Craftsmanship
"Every piece here represents hundreds of hours of collaborative work," Wang explains, standing beside a meticulously reconstructed spacecraft control panel from The Wandering Earth II. The exhibition reveals how traditional Chinese craftsmanship techniques merge with cutting-edge technologies – artisans used 3D printing for armor prototypes while employing centuries-old metalworking methods for final pieces.
Cultural Threads in Modern Storytelling
A highlight for many visitors is the Till the End of the Moon costume section, where flowing silk robes adorned with symbolic embroidery demonstrate how historical aesthetics inform contemporary fantasy. "These designs aren’t just beautiful – they carry cultural DNA," Wang notes, pointing to patterns inspired by Tang Dynasty textiles reimagined for modern screens.
The Gaming Revolution
The Honor of Kings zone attracts both casual players and industry analysts, showcasing character design evolution and behind-the-scenes motion capture technology. With over 100 million daily active users globally, the game’s success underscores China’s growing influence in digital entertainment.
Running through October, the exhibition offers business professionals insights into China’s creative industries while providing cultural enthusiasts a tangible connection to the stories shaping modern Asian pop culture.
