Production has wrapped in Beijing on โVIII: Awakening,โ KC Global Media Asiaโs fantasy adventure drama reimagining a classic Chinese mythology legend for modern audiences.
The S-grade series, the companyโs first original China production, completed 24 15-minute episodes for its debut season.
The story follows insurance investigator Lu Xian, who awakens a mysterious precognitive power and discovers he is descended from an ancient legendary guardian. He must join forces with seven others to thwart a dangerous plot as an imprisoned clan of dragons threatens its return. The group uncovers betrayal within its own ranks and faces a battle for the fate of the world, ultimately awakening their true powers and restoring peace, though a new threat emerges quietly in the shadows. The series centers on Immortals whose supernatural gifts let them fight evil and protect those in need, combining suspense with fantasy and gentle humor.
The cast is led by emerging actor Zhang Wan Ying (โGloryโ) as He Haining, Leo Zhou (โRelying on Favorsโ) as Dong Fang Shuo and Nick Shan (โCreation of The Gods I: Kingdom of Stormsโ) as Lu Xian.
Yu Ji, a noted director of internet midform series, directed โVIII: Awakening.โ KC Global Media Asia partners Andy Kaplan and George Chien executive produced. Meng Xun, who has worked with directors including John Woo and Wong Kar-Wai, served as production designer.
โKC Global Media Asia is looking forward to being a part of bringing such an exciting project to global audiences,โ said Bonnie Wiryani, VP and head of content sales. โViewers are more and more interested in seeing local and cultural stories developed creatively and โVIII: Awakeningโ has all the artistry, action, mystery, fantasy and folklore that we believe will resonate widely. There is great potential for the story to grow beyond a single title and develop into a broader universe in the future.โ
The production is a partnership between CICC (China Intercontinental Communication Center) and Shanghai QiโAi Film & TV Culture Co., Ltd. This marks the first original production in China for KC Global Media Asia, which will also handle its international sales. The deal reinforces the companyโs continued efforts to grow its distribution business, build creative production partnerships and deliver a broader range of high-quality stories with international appeal.
KC Global Media Entertainment LLC is headquartered in the U.S. with offices in Singapore, Taiwan, Malaysia, China, the Philippines and South Korea. Founded by former Sony executives Kaplan and Chien, KC Global Media Asiaโs portfolio includes AXN, Animax, ONE, KCM and AXN Sports.
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