Billboard and Universal Music Group Fudge Truth to Cover Up Kris Wu Controversy

 /  Celebrity  / 
For many US listeners, November 2nd was the first time they’d heard of the mega-popular Chinese hip-hop and pop artist. Read More

‘The Rap of China’ Returns After Off-Beat Year

 /  News  / 
China’s first hip-hop reality show shone a spotlight on the local rap scene, but ultimately artists found themselves cast in a bad light. Read More

Reality-show Idols Are the New Darlings of Luxury Brands in China

 /  Celebrity  / 
Chinese variety shows "Idol Producer" and "Producer 101" have quickly garnered a massive social media following of the contestants. Seeing the phenomenal reach of the shows as well as the quick and free traffic associated with these contestants, luxury brands have initiated collaborations. Read More

Headlines From China: Tencent To Become Second Largest Shareholder Of New Classics Media

 /  Headlines From China  / 
Enlight Media has entered into an equity transfer agreement with an industry fund under Tencent that it will sell 27.64% stake in film and TV production company New Classics Media (新丽传媒)for approximately $524 million. Upon completion, Tencent will become the second largest shareholder of New Classics Media. Read More

The Success Of Atypical Romance Films And China’s Changing Moviegoer Demographics

 /  Opinion  / 
The emergence of small-town youngsters and the success behind film The Ex-File 3 paint a picture where there is substantial demand for Chinese romantic comedies, provided the stories are solid, down-to-earth, and emotionally engaging. Read More

Are ‘Little Fresh Meat’ Actors Helping Propaganda Films?

 /  Opinion  / 
While having attractive young actors play important political figures is certainly refreshing, is it the best way to educate the youth on the country’s most important historical events? Read More

Most Read Stories of 2017 on China Film Insider

 /  News  / 
As the new year approaches, take a look back with us at the most read stories of 2017 on China Film Insider. Read More

Who Is Kris Wu? Meet the Chinese Actor and Millennial Icon

 /  Entertainment Marketing  / 
You can love or hate Kris Wu, but you can’t ignore him. With over 27 million Weibo followers and another 5.6 million Instagram fans, the 27-year-old actor-singer-songwriter is one of the most influential superstars in China. Read More

Three Movies on Netflix Featuring the Hottest Chinese Actors

 /  Guide  / 
Here are three Chinese movies on Netflix you can watch now that feature some of the hottest Chinese actors. Read More

Yang Mi, Lu Han and Fan Bingbing Among Top Chinese Celebrities Driving Luxury Spending

 /  Entertainment Marketing  / 
A new Alibaba report ranks the influence and commercial value of hip Chinese celebrities who are named by many luxury brands as local ambassadors.  Read More