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China’s Micro-Short Dramas Hit 696 Million Users as Regulator Drafts New Rules

Forthcoming departmental rules would launch routine oversight with targeted cleanups of sensational content.

Overview

  • CCTV-cited market research estimates the user base reached 696 million as of July.
  • Industry revenue totaled roughly 500 billion yuan last year, with analysts expecting a larger breakthrough this year.
  • The National Radio and Television Administration is drafting Micro-short Drama Management Measures for release as departmental regulations.
  • Planned enforcement will correct issues such as domineering-lead personas, shocking plotlines, and clickbait titles.
  • Local support is expanding, with 14 provinces and municipalities issuing policies to foster higher-quality production.