BEIJING, Dec. 22,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- iQIYI, an innovative
market-leading online entertainment service in China, has gained significant attention and
acclaim for its recent theatrical releases in China and overseas. These include crime films
such as The Invisible Guest and Wolf Hiding, as well
as the socially focused Trending Topic.
The Invisible Guest, presented by iQIYI PICTURES, has
achieved 100 million RMB
(approximately 14 million USD) box
office gross in just four days, swiftly capturing moviegoers'
attention following its highly anticipated release. Directed by
Zhuo CHEN and featuring a compelling cast including Greg HSU and
Ning CHANG, the film grossed around 19
million RMB (approximately 2.6
million USD) on its opening day, consistently leading the
charts in daily gross and market share for four consecutive days.
Greg's performance as the villain marks a significant shift from
his previous roles, immersing audiences into a narrative that
delves into societal divide and emotional depth, offering a
thrilling cinematic experience.
As part of IQIYI's end-of-year film lineup and another
100-million-RMB film, Wolf
Hiding stands out as a gripping crime film, marking the highly
anticipated directorial debut of actor Marc MA. Starring the
renowned actor Nick CHEUNG, a Best Actor winner at multiple
prestigious awards including the Hong Kong Film Awards, alongside
highly acclaimed stars Ethan JUAN and Talu WANG, the film delves
into the dark underworld of organized crime. At the recent 36th
Golden Rooster Awards, director Ma emphasized the film's unique
style in the crime action genre, delivering adrenaline-fueled
action and evoking intense emotions.
Furthermore, iQIYI's commitment and dedication to creating a
positive societal impact through its content offering is
highlighted in its recent theatrical release, Trending
Topic. Directed by Yukun XIN and starring Dongyu ZHOU, the Best
Actress winner at multiple awards, including Hong Kong Film Awards
and Asian Film Awards, the film has ignited widespread dialogue
surrounding the pressing issue of cyberbullying and the pervasive
toxicity within the darker corners of the digital age. With its
overseas release, Trending Topic, acclaimed for its engaging
storyline and powerful acting, challenges viewers to confront the
harsh realities of cyberbullying.
Looking ahead, iQIYI has an exciting lineup of upcoming films,
including the action comedy Rob & Roll,
starring three of China's
finest actors and Best Actor winners at global film awards:
Aaron KWOK and Ka Tung LAM, who are the best actors of the Hong
Kong Film Awards, and Richie JEN, who is the best actor of the
Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival. The film sets
to premiere on January 19, 2024.
CONTACT: iQIYI Press, press@qiyi.com
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