Idol worship and fan culture in China, explained
The fan economy drives a big part of China’s entertainment sector. But several recent high-profile cases of toxic fandom have caught the eye of the state’s internet watchdog.
Lida Stanchenko
Lida Stanchenko is a journalist and co-founder of a nomadic magazine, Roamographer. She worked as a chief editor at SPUTNIK International News Agency, Beijing Chapter. Previously, she worked for Chinese state media for several years both in Moscow and Beijing. Lida holds a Master’s degree in Oriental studies and linguistics.
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