Lights, Camera, Panda! 🐼
Chengdu, the vibrant capital of Sichuan Province, is gearing up to host the 2nd Golden Panda Awards from September 12-13! This star-studded event will honor 27 winners across film, TV, documentaries, and animation – think of it as the Oscars with a Sichuan pepper twist 🌶️✨.
Global Spotlight, Local Flavor
With 5,343 entries from 126 countries and regions (over 70% from overseas!), the competition is fiercer than a Chengdu hotpot. The jury of 27 industry heavyweights – including global film experts – promises a fair shake for all creatives.
Categories That Pop 🍿
From Best Picture to Best Screenwriter, the awards span four main genres. Pro tip: Watch for rising animation stars – this category’s been blowing up faster than TikTok trends!
Why Chengdu? The city’s booming as China’s cultural hub, blending ancient teahouses with cutting-edge tech – the perfect backdrop for this East-meets-West celebration 🎋💻.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com