May the 4th Be With Beijing: Star Wars Fans Celebrate with Exclusive Preview
Beijing fans celebrated Star Wars Day on May 4 with an exclusive IMAX preview of The Mandalorian and Grogu, highlighting the franchise’s popularity in the Chinese mainland.
Pop Culture
Michael Jackson Biopic ‘Michael’ Premieres in China with Dance Tribute
The Michael Jackson biopic ‘Michael’ premiered in China on April 24, 2026, with fans celebrating alongside life-size statues and live dance tributes.
Draco Malfoy’s Unlikely Rise as China’s 2026 Lunar Mascot
Draco Malfoy emerges as China’s unexpected Lunar New Year symbol through linguistic creativity and viral social media trends in 2026.
Draco Malfoy Gallops in as 2026 Year of the Horse Mascot in China
Harry Potter’s Draco Malfoy becomes unexpected cultural icon for China’s Year of the Horse celebrations through linguistic symbolism and viral creativity.
China’s Entertainment Industry Surges in 2025, Rivaling Hollywood Global Reach
China’s entertainment industry achieves historic milestone in 2025, with film sector emerging as formidable competitor to Hollywood’s global dominance.
Pop Culture Transforms Asia’s Retail: The Rise of the “Guzi Economy”
Discover how the “guzi economy” is reshaping Asia’s retail sector by integrating pop culture elements like anime and virtual characters, captivating new generations and transforming consumer experiences.
Pop Culture Revitalizes Retail: The Rise of the ‘Guzi Economy’
Discover how the ‘guzi economy’ is transforming retail by integrating pop culture into shopping experiences, capturing the hearts of a new generation of consumers across Asia.
Characters from Different Worlds Convene at Comic-Con
In San Diego, the world’s largest pop culture convention opens as over 130,000 fans gather for Comic-Con. CGTN’s Mark Niu reports from the event.