Ready to time-travel to 1990s Shanghai? 🕰️ Wong Kar-wai's nostalgic TV drama 'Blossoms Shanghai' has become a cultural phenomenon, blending poetic storytelling with the city's golden-era glamour. The series, which dominated Chinese screens in late 2023, offers a dreamy 🎬 lens into Shanghai's past while sparking fresh conversations about its modern identity.
Follow CGTN America host Mike Walter as he walks through the show's iconic filming locations, uncovering how Shanghai's neon-lit alleyways and buzzing business districts bridge eras. From retro fashion comebacks to reinvented tea houses, discover why this series isn't just a show—it's a time machine 🚀 for a new generation.
💡 Pro tip for travelers: Add these Blossoms-inspired spots to your Shanghai bucket list! 📸
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Come with me! Taking a role in Wong Kar-wai's 'Blossoms Shanghai'
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