In this interview, Wenwen Han speaks with Lucas Zhang the Daopu Culture founder and Drama Code co-founder, on the evolution of short drama from traditional formats to AI-driven production. He defines it as a mobile-first format powered by fast pacing, 1–3 minute episodes, and a disruptive, algorithm-led distribution model.
The discussion covers global trends, the dominance of romance-led content, the rise of AI-assisted storytelling, and why strong IP remains the backbone of success.
Interview by Wenwen Han.
