In China's 'microdrama' boom, AI moviemakers chase 2 minutes of fame
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Source: Nikkei Asia
Published: 2026-07-25 07:00 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Culture & Entertainment, Asia, Technology & AI, China, Asia Pacific
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A microdrama production staffer works on AI post production and overseas translation and distribution on July 21 in Jiaxing, Zhejiang province, China. As demand for microdramas surges, producers say a well-made AI series can cost as little as 50,000 yuan ($7,380) to make, with outlay on actors, locations and film crews absent.
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