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What Reality Show 101 Tells Us About Contemporary Femininity in China

Aug 27, 2018 / Opinion /

In contemporary China, sassy idols like singer Wang Ju – also referred to as “the Chinese Beyonce” – are garnering attention for embodying the rise of female empowerment. Read More

A Brief History of China’s Tomboy Heartthrobs

Jun 29, 2018 / Celebrity /

‘Produce 101’ contestant Sunnee is only the most recent in a long line of androgynous pop idols. Read More

Headlines from China: WWE Wrestler John Cena to Star in Jackie Chan’s ‘Project X’

Jun 13, 2018 / Headlines From China /

American professional wrestler John Cena will star in Jackie Chan’s film “Project X”, playing the role of a former American marine. Read More

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

Jun 13, 2018 / 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

Boy Band Boot Camp Bears Uncanny Resemblance to Hit K-Pop Show

Jan 22, 2018 / News /

iQIYI’s new online talent show ‘Idol Producer’ has won fans despite plagiarism allegations. Read More

What Reality Show 101 Tells Us About Contemporary Femininity in China

A Brief History of China’s Tomboy Heartthrobs

Headlines from China: WWE Wrestler John Cena to Star in Jackie Chan’s ‘Project X’

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

Boy Band Boot Camp Bears Uncanny Resemblance to Hit K-Pop Show

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