Virtual idols: A new cultural industry and fan structure

Authors

  • Yinhao Wu Rutgers University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3983/twc.2024.2569

Keywords:

A-SOUL, Chinese younger generation, User-generated content

Abstract

As a result of the segregation caused by the pandemic, virtual idols have developed as a new entertainment model in China. This emergence has constructed a new subculture of fan groups.

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Published

2024-09-14

Issue

Vol. 43 (2024): General

Section

Symposium

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