If you're a solid fan of C-dramas, you'll understand what I mean, or you'll know why. As a fan of C-dramas, I…
In general, the start of a drama’s promotion usually happens a few weeks to a month before its official release date. Promotion includes activities like releasing trailers, posters, and teasers, and hosting press conferences or interviews. The exact timing can vary depending on the drama and the marketing strategy of the production company.
EXAMPLE So, if a drama is set to release in early October, you might expect to see promotional activities starting in late September or early October.
If you're a solid fan of C-dramas, you'll understand what I mean, or you'll know why. As a fan of C-dramas, I…
It's not delayed at all. We don't know iQIYI's calendar plan yet, so just wait patiently. The series received its license in 1 month and 27 days, so it's not delayed. If you're a fan of C-dramas, you know that streaming platforms often change their release plans. Just wait until the end of this year
iQIYI might be strategizing the best release date to avoid clashing with other major releases or to maximize viewership during peak times.
All the big streaming platforms in Mainland China, like Tencent Video, iQIYI, Youku, and Mango TV, rely heavily on strategizing. They use different tactics to improve their content, draw in viewers, and keep up with the fast-paced world of digital entertainment.
If you're a solid fan of C-dramas, you'll understand what I mean, or you'll know why. As a fan of C-dramas, I…
It's not delayed at all. The series got the license and passed the review on July 11, 2024.. There are a lot of releases this month, and DNAD is planned to release instead of TWOT. We'll see if TWOT will broadcast next quarter, i repeat It's not delayed at all.
Here's the list of iQIYI's September releases:
Wind Direction – Starring Sun Qian, Zhai Zilu (Set to air on September 9) Dark Night and Dawn – Starring Chen Zheyuan, Nie Yuan, Xing Fei (Online drama) Echo of Her Voice – Starring Xu Jiaqi, Wei Zheming (Backlogged mid-tier historical drama) Danger of Her Season 2 – Starring Zhang Xinyu, Zhang Tao (Revenue-sharing drama)
If you're a solid fan of C-dramas, you'll understand what I mean, or you'll know why. As a fan of C-dramas, I…
Let's hope TWOT will release this month. There's an upcoming series on iQIYI titled Wind Direction, set to broadcast on September 9. The announcement date was released two days before the official airing, so let's wait for TWOT.
If you're a solid fan of C-dramas, you'll understand what I mean, or you'll know why. As a fan of C-dramas, I…
I have no recent updates on the series. As far as I know, there's some controversy, but I can't say if that's one of the reasons why the series is still not airing.
1. Fan Conflict (June 2020) - In June 2020, The Golden Hairpin (青簪行), a historical detective drama starring Kris Wu and Yang Zi, released a poster featuring the two main actors. - Immediately after the poster's release, a dispute broke out between the fan bases of the two stars. The argument centered on which actor’s name should appear first in promotional materials, known as a “billing order” or “title fight” (撕番大战). - Fans on both sides felt that their favorite actor should get top billing (the "C-position"), which is typically the most prominent position in marketing and often signifies a higher status in the show. This led to a public conflict between the two fan groups.
2. Industry Secrets Revealed - As the conflict gained attention, it uncovered some controversial practices in the Chinese film and TV industry: - "Drastically altered scripts" (魔改剧本): This refers to significant changes made to the script without considering the original story or characters, often to suit the preferences of specific actors or production companies. - "Dual-version scripts" (阴阳剧本): This refers to two different versions of the same script, one shown to the public or regulators and another for the actual filming, often to avoid censorship. - "Flying page scripts" (飞页剧本): This involves the frequent rewriting of scenes during filming, with changes sent to actors on new script pages. These changes often disrupt the flow and consistency of the story.
3. CCTV-6’s Report (June 11, 2020) - CCTV-6, a well-known Chinese state-run TV channel, covered this controversy on its Movie Review Today show. - Wang Hailin, a well-respected figure in Chinese cinema, publicly criticized this behavior, saying that fighting over billing order was unacceptable in the industry. He emphasized that actors should focus on their craft rather than status and position. - Film critic Tan Fei went further, stating that many people in the industry have become obsessed with “C-position” status (the most prominent position in group photos or marketing materials). He also warned that the entertainment industry should not rely solely on an actor’s popularity or fan base (referred to as "traffic") when making creative decisions, as it can harm the quality of the work.
4. Kris Wu Scandal (July 2021) - In July 2021, Kris Wu became embroiled in a serious scandal involving allegations of sexual misconduct, which rapidly gained attention across China. - This scandal caused a major public outcry, and many people began to question whether The Golden Hairpin which starred Kris Wu would still be released. - On August 1, 2021, the official social media account for The Golden Hairpin deleted all posts related to Kris Wu, signaling that the production was distancing itself from him due to the scandal. This further cast doubt on the show’s future release.
they could already release it, as I'm at the limit of my patience😢
Just wait patiently. All streaming platforms in Mainland China cannot disclose a release date; they will announce it a day or a week before. So just wait. So let's see if they broadcast the series the week after next.
The series received a distribution license from the National Radio and Television Administration for April to June 2021, meaning it was approved for release within that period.
During the 2022 National Radio and Television Work Conference, new regulations were announced that affected the release of certain types of content, including idol-based web variety shows and adaptations of 'BL' (a genre involving male/male relationships). These regulations aimed to create a healthier online cultural environment.
Due to these new regulations, The Winner is King could not be released as planned in 2022. As of early 2024, the series has not yet been broadcast.
This isn’t like K-dramas, where the air date is announced like a month ahead. Chinese platforms might only reveal…
The official streaming platform is iQIYI only, some rumors say Hunan TV and Mango TV will get this series as well, but I don't know if it's true, so just wait for an announcement if there are any official platforms.
Kisskh and more sites are illegal streaming sites, and they have nothing to do with when the drama airs or if they broadcast the series.
If you're a solid fan of C-dramas, you'll understand what I mean, or you'll know why. As a fan of C-dramas, I…
The happening with Winner is King, the Chinese government holds the answer to that or Tencent Video. The series is facing delays or issues due to content regulations. In China, media content, including adaptations of web novels, is subject to strict review and censorship, especially if it involves sensitive themes like same-sex relationships. The series has already completed filming and secured a distribution license but is still not airing, it could be due to additional restrictions imposed by regulators.
The series received a distribution license from the National Radio and Television Administration for April to June 2021, meaning it was approved for release within that period.
During the 2022 National Radio and Television Work Conference, new regulations were announced that affected the release of certain types of content, including idol-based web variety shows and adaptations of 'BL' (a genre involving male/male relationships). These regulations aimed to create a healthier online cultural environment.
Due to these new regulations, The Winner is King could not be released as planned in 2022. As of early 2024, the series has not yet been broadcast.
As I mentioned, they cannot disclose the release date, so we cannot be sure if the series will air this month or next quarter. All streaming platforms in Mainland China, such as Tencent Video, Youku, MangoTV, and iQIYI, typically announce the release date a day or a week before the official release. So, just wait patiently.
Just stay tuned; we don't know when it will be broadcast, as all streaming platforms in Mainland China release or announce the release date a day before or sometimes a week before the official release. So, please wait patiently.
can anyone explain why is IQIYI is not announcing the release date? this was supposed to be released in 2024 but…
If you're a solid fan of C-dramas, you'll understand what I mean, or you'll know why. As a fan of C-dramas, I know my limits; I'm not rushing to broadcast the series at all. But if this series is not broadcast within one year, it will be tagged as 'Unforeseen Delays.' So just wait patiently. All streaming platforms in mainland China use strategizing.
They passed the review and received a distribution license on July 11, 2024.
can anyone explain why is IQIYI is not announcing the release date? this was supposed to be released in 2024 but…
Just Stay Tuned. They typically cannot disclose the release date of all series, and the release schedule or calendar plan for iQIYI. For sure, iQIYI already has a schedule for the series, but we cannot be sure when the series will broadcast. this series is not delay at all, just wait patiently.
I heard it would be broadcasting in August, I guess they changed that 😪
It just a rumor at all, let Tencent Video Confirm it first. So Just Stay Tuned. There have been no updates on Tencent Video yet, Additionally, you can check Tencent Video for any updates regarding the series' release dates by searching or looking for 'You are My lover Friend' or '舍不得星星' under the 'VIP Coming Soon' section. Here is the link: https://film.qq.com/. The Main Website is regularly updated with upcoming releases. Stay tuned for more updates.
Sadly, there are still no updates from the iQIYI Mainland China website. You can check the 'New Movie Express/New Movie Release' section from time to time to see if there are any updates regarding the release information. The main website is regularly updated with upcoming releases. Stay tuned for more updates.
Yes, they are using strategizing. Apparently, The Comic Bang is not appearing in the 'Coming Soon' section on…
Yes, the series appears in the "Coming Soon" section of the international version of iQIYI. To make a reservation for when it becomes available, If you email iQIYI multiple times, they might reply with "coming soon" or "stay tuned." They typically cannot disclose the release date of all series, and the release schedule or calendar plan for iQIYI. For sure, iQIYI already has a schedule for the series, but we cannot be sure when the series will broadcast.
If their all strategizing to maximize viewership, does this mean all her movies will begin at the same time on…
Yes, they are using strategizing. Apparently, The Comic Bang is not appearing in the 'Coming Soon' section on iQIYI Mainland China(IQIYI Main Website). So, Just Stay Tuned.
I suggest checking the iQIYI Mainland China website from time to time for any news about the release. The main website is updated regularly with information about upcoming releases.
Just Stay Tuned. There have been no updates on Tencent Video yet, Additionally, you can check Tencent Video for any updates regarding the series' release dates by searching or looking for 'Reborn' or 'Huan Yu' under the 'VIP Coming Soon' section. Here is the link: https://film.qq.com/. The Main Website is regularly updated with upcoming releases. Stay tuned for more updates.
Some posts (rumors) on Weibo have mentioned a possible lineup at the end of the 3rd quarter. We can't be sure if A Lie Beautiful will be set for release in the last quarter of this year.
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So, if a drama is set to release in early October, you might expect to see promotional activities starting in late September or early October.
iQIYI might be strategizing the best release date to avoid clashing with other major releases or to maximize viewership during peak times.
All the big streaming platforms in Mainland China, like Tencent Video, iQIYI, Youku, and Mango TV, rely heavily on strategizing. They use different tactics to improve their content, draw in viewers, and keep up with the fast-paced world of digital entertainment.
Here's the list of iQIYI's September releases:
Wind Direction – Starring Sun Qian, Zhai Zilu (Set to air on September 9)
Dark Night and Dawn – Starring Chen Zheyuan, Nie Yuan, Xing Fei (Online drama)
Echo of Her Voice – Starring Xu Jiaqi, Wei Zheming (Backlogged mid-tier historical drama)
Danger of Her Season 2 – Starring Zhang Xinyu, Zhang Tao (Revenue-sharing drama)
1. Fan Conflict (June 2020)
- In June 2020, The Golden Hairpin (青簪行), a historical detective drama starring Kris Wu and Yang Zi, released a poster featuring the two main actors.
- Immediately after the poster's release, a dispute broke out between the fan bases of the two stars. The argument centered on which actor’s name should appear first in promotional materials, known as a “billing order” or “title fight” (撕番大战).
- Fans on both sides felt that their favorite actor should get top billing (the "C-position"), which is typically the most prominent position in marketing and often signifies a higher status in the show. This led to a public conflict between the two fan groups.
2. Industry Secrets Revealed
- As the conflict gained attention, it uncovered some controversial practices in the Chinese film and TV industry:
- "Drastically altered scripts" (魔改剧本): This refers to significant changes made to the script without considering the original story or characters, often to suit the preferences of specific actors or production companies.
- "Dual-version scripts" (阴阳剧本): This refers to two different versions of the same script, one shown to the public or regulators and another for the actual filming, often to avoid censorship.
- "Flying page scripts" (飞页剧本): This involves the frequent rewriting of scenes during filming, with changes sent to actors on new script pages. These changes often disrupt the flow and consistency of the
story.
3. CCTV-6’s Report (June 11, 2020)
- CCTV-6, a well-known Chinese state-run TV channel, covered this controversy on its Movie Review Today show.
- Wang Hailin, a well-respected figure in Chinese cinema, publicly criticized this behavior, saying that fighting over billing order was unacceptable in the industry. He emphasized that actors should focus on their craft rather than status and position.
- Film critic Tan Fei went further, stating that many people in the industry have become obsessed with “C-position” status (the most prominent position in group photos or marketing materials). He also warned that the entertainment industry should not rely solely on an actor’s popularity or fan base (referred to as "traffic") when making creative decisions, as it can harm the quality of the work.
4. Kris Wu Scandal (July 2021)
- In July 2021, Kris Wu became embroiled in a serious scandal involving allegations of sexual misconduct, which rapidly gained attention across China.
- This scandal caused a major public outcry, and many people began to question whether The Golden Hairpin which starred Kris Wu would still be released.
- On August 1, 2021, the official social media account for The Golden Hairpin deleted all posts related to Kris Wu, signaling that the production was distancing itself from him due to the scandal. This further cast doubt on the show’s future release.
During the 2022 National Radio and Television Work Conference, new regulations were announced that affected the release of certain types of content, including idol-based web variety shows and adaptations of 'BL' (a genre involving male/male relationships). These regulations aimed to create a healthier online cultural environment.
Due to these new regulations, The Winner is King could not be released as planned in 2022. As of early 2024, the series has not yet been broadcast.
Source (Baidu): https://baike.baidu.com/item/%E7%83%BD%E7%81%AB%E6%B5%81%E9%87%91?fromModule=lemma_search-box
Kisskh and more sites are illegal streaming sites, and they have nothing to do with when the drama airs or if they broadcast the series.
The series received a distribution license from the National Radio and Television Administration for April to June 2021, meaning it was approved for release within that period.
During the 2022 National Radio and Television Work Conference, new regulations were announced that affected the release of certain types of content, including idol-based web variety shows and adaptations of 'BL' (a genre involving male/male relationships). These regulations aimed to create a healthier online cultural environment.
Due to these new regulations, The Winner is King could not be released as planned in 2022. As of early 2024, the series has not yet been broadcast.
As I mentioned, they cannot disclose the release date, so we cannot be sure if the series will air this month or next quarter. All streaming platforms in Mainland China, such as Tencent Video, Youku, MangoTV, and iQIYI, typically announce the release date a day or a week before the official release. So, just wait patiently.
They passed the review and received a distribution license on July 11, 2024.
IQIYI Mainland China Website: https://www.iqiyi.com/?iqiyi=o
I suggest checking the iQIYI Mainland China website from time to time for any news about the release. The main website is updated regularly with information about upcoming releases.
iQIYI Mainland China: https://www.iqiyi.com/?iqiyi=o