'Everlasting Classics' back on air after hiatus
After a four-month hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Chinese TV program Everlasting Classics returned to China Central Television (CCTV) on Thursday to continue conveying the beauty of traditional Chinese culture through music.
Chinese netizens refuse to forgive lead actor of Thai drama '2gether: The Series' after he apologizes on social media
Two months after being involved in a controversy for "liking" an online photo that listed Hong Kong as a "country", Thai actor Vachirawit Chivaaree, who goes by the name Bright and starred in the popular Thai boy's love drama 2gether: The Series, issued an apology for the incident on Saturday. However, a majority of Chinese netizens have refused to accept the apology, questioning Bright's sincerity.
SpongeBob 'coming out' tweet sparks discussion in China
Nickelodeon, the home of popular animated show SpongeBob SquarePants, tweeted a photo of the titular character alongside the channel's other major LGBTQ+ characters on Saturday to celebrate Pride Month. The show of support has been seen as a "coming out" of sorts, which in turn sparked discussion on China social media.
SpongeBob SquarePants' 'coming out' tweet sparks discussion on Chinese social media
Nickelodeon, the home of popular animated show SpongeBob SquarePants, tweeted a photo of the titular character alongside the channel's other major LGBTQ+ characters on Saturday to celebrate Pride Month. The show of support has been seen as a "coming out" of sorts, which in turn sparked discussion on China social media.
Chinese anime fans dismayed as 45 Japanese animanted films and TV works delayed, call for move from traditional hand-drawn animation to 3D digital
Chinese netizens expressed their dismay after news that a total of 45 upcoming Japanese animated films or TV shows have been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Some have proposed that the industry would benefit from transitioning from traditional hand-drawn animation to digital animation.
Cate Blanchett reveals chainsaw accident at UK home in talk with former Australian prime minister Julia Gillard
Double Oscar winner Cate Blanchett has revealed she had a lucky escape after suffering a cut to the head following a chainsaw accident while staying at her home in southern England due to COVID-19.
Western audiences embrace Tang Dynasty poet documentary
British historian Michael Wood's latest documentary has successfully brought a Tang Dynasty (618-907) poet to Western audiences for the first time as mutual understanding remains a top priority amid the global fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.
TV series 'The Romance of Tiger and Rose' tackles gender inequality by flipping the script on Chinese period dramas
Chinese online costume drama The Romance of Tiger and Rose has gained a considerable following among Chinese netizens with its creative and romantic plotlines which have tackled some hot social topics such as gender equality, low birthrate and women's rights.
Burberry enters into cooperation with Chinese reality show to reach younger demographic and boost struggling revenue, signaling new trend
British luxury brand Burberry will cooperate with popular Chinese web reality show Street Dance of China Season 3 to better cater to youth culture in an attempt to inject some life in its dropping revenue amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Finale of China's hit idol competition show 'Youth With You' season two takes social media by storm around the world
The final episode of China's hit variety show Youth With You Season 2 swept the trending lists on multiple social media platforms at home and abroad after it was broadcast live on Saturday night.
HBO throws out rulebook with streaming launch
Decades before glossy Netflix and Amazon shows began luring Hollywood A-listers to the small screen, cable network HBO helped invent premium television.
Japan female wrestler cast in 'Terrace House' passes away at 22
Hana Kimura, a female professional wrestler who was among the cast of the popular Japanese reality series Terrace House, died Saturday at 22, her wrestling organization said, after she reportedly faced online bullying.
'My Dear Lady' releases on Sohu TV
The 16-episode streaming drama My Dear Lady, starring Jiang Mengjie, Mi Lu and Li Qingtian, landed on Chinese streaming site Sohu TV on Thursday.
Virus trips up US soap opera 'General Hospital,' 57 years on
Will Michael get full custody of his son Wiley? Will Sasha's romantic woes lead her down the road to addiction? Will Sonny and Julian battle it out once again?
Chinese fans confess their love for same-sex couples in Thai BL dramas on China's 'I Love You' Day
In Chinese pronunciations, the numbers 5, 2, 0 sound like the phrase wo ai ni, or "I love you." This has led to May 20, or 5/20, to become a holiday in China similar to Valentine's Day in the West. This year, the day fell on Wednesday.
Chinese TV drama series deepen cultural ties with Kenya
George Obara's fascination with Chinese culture dates back three decades ago when he studied computer engineering in the Asian country at a time when it was a rare honor to pursue education in a foreign land.
Netizens in China wary about Chinese adaptation of popular Norwegian web series 'Skam'
The Chinese remake of Norwegian web series Skam, which has been adapted in eight countries, will start shooting in July. The news has sparked controversy among Chinese netizens, many of whom have said they are against the adaptation.
China's history academy cautions students over celebrity worship
A primary school teacher in East China's Jiangsu Province was suspended on Monday for instructing her students to appear in a short video in support of a Chinese actor, triggering controversy on the Chinese internet.