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obituary1 year ago

Taiwanese Romance Novelist Chiung Yao Passes Away at 86

Chiung Yao, a renowned Chinese-language romance novelist and screenwriter, has died at 86 in an apparent suicide in New Taipei City. Known for her prolific writing career, she published over 60 novels, many adapted into popular films and TV series, including the iconic drama "My Fair Princess." Born Chen Che in Sichuan, China, she moved to Taiwan in 1949. Her works have left a lasting impact on Chinese entertainment, launching the careers of stars like Fan Bingbing and Zhao Wei. In a final message, she urged young people not to give up on life easily.

entertainment1 year ago

"Netflix's '3 Body Problem' Sparks Controversy and Fascination in China and Beyond"

Netflix's adaptation of the Chinese science-fiction classic "The Three-Body Problem" garners a large audience in China despite the streaming service being unavailable there, sparking immediate debate on social media. The series, based on Liu Cixin's trilogy and created by the makers of "Games of Thrones", features controversial scenes from China's Cultural Revolution and has left Chinese viewers in awe. While some praise the global recognition of Chinese fiction, others criticize the adaptation for shifting the action from China to a group of British physicists, sparking discussions about cultural representation and storytelling.