XIAMEN, China, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 9, Jay Chou officially announced his presence on Douyin, under the account name "周同学" (Mr. Chou) , identifying himself as a singer. Following the announcement, shares of Jay Chou–related companies in Hong Kong surged significantly for four consecutive days. By the close of trading on July 11, the total increase reached 249.31%, with a total market capitalization exceeding HKD 12 billion. Jay Chou's active engagement on Douyin not only significantly expands the commercial monetization space of his IP but also delivers a powerful boost to the entire Chinese Pop Culture industry.

Live Entertainment: New Opportunities in Immersive Experiences and the Integration of Culture and Tourism with Commercial Performances

Pop Culture Group Co., Ltd (the "Company") (Nasdaq: CPOP) has been deeply engaged in the Chinese entertainment industry for over a decade, accumulating extensive experience in event planning and execution, artist management, and performance investment. The Company also owns well-known concert IPs such as "Super Idol." The Company is prioritizing artist selection based on fan base engagement and marketing potential. The concert economy model surrounding Jay Chou not only revitalizes the entire Chinese Pop Culture industry but also drives the integration of commercial performances and cultural tourism, providing a replicable successful paradigm for live entertainment services. CPOP is the company's Nasdaq trading symbol, and it is also an abbreviation for Chinese Pop Culture. It signifies the Company's commitment to deeply engaging with Chinese Pop Culture and its optimistic outlook on the future development of related industries.

Digital Entertainment Services: The Marketing Revolution of Traffic Expansion and IP Digitization

The Company owns multiple IPs with fan bases in millions and has industry-leading digital entertainment distribution channels and promotional experience. The Company combines film and short dramas to cultivate high-quality content deeply rooted in the media industry, leveraging traffic through MCN organizations and their affiliated influencers. The Company expands its reach across influencer accounts, promotional accounts, and short drama accounts, facilitating brand promotion and e-commerce. By integrating mainstream media channels from Web 3.0, the Company has established a comprehensive marketing strategy that seamlessly connects online and offline, real-world and virtual scenarios, and physical goods with digital products. This positions the Company as both an advertising platform and a bridge between traditional and digital marketing ecosystems.

Digital Collectibles and IP Derivatives: The Blue Ocean Market of Collectible Economics and Virtual Consumption

The Company currently owns a WEB 3.0 digital collectible, "Bored Ape," and NFT digital collectibles titled "Hip-Hop Master," having already executed several creative projects centered around these assets and integrated them into online content strategies. On the offline side, the Company has hosted multiple live events, establishing successful monetization models that bridge the digital and physical worlds.

The NFT project "Fantasy Bear," launched by Jay Chou's company, set a record with a single transaction of 3.2 million yuan, demonstrating the immense potential of celebrity IPs in the digital collectibles market. By leveraging the emotional resonance of cultural icons, the Company develops digital assets with scarcity and collectible value, opening up new revenue sources with significant future potential.

About CPOP (Pop Culture Group Co., Ltd):

 Pop Culture Group Co., Ltd is a cultural industry operation enterprise focused on the industrialization of Chinese Pop Culture, incorporated in the Cayman Islands with its main operations located in China. The company offers a range of services including live performances, artist management, intellectual property rights, film and television production, MCN (Multi-Channel Network), and entertainment marketing. Originally focused on hip-hop culture, Pop Culture Group Co., Ltd has evolved into a diversified group specializing in Chinese Pop Culture. Its comprehensive business ecosystem spans both online and offline platforms, including: (1) live entertainment events (such as concerts, music festivals, street dance competitions, and other performances); (2) digital entertainment services; (3) artist management and agency services; and (4) investment in and production of film and television content featuring elements of Chinese Pop Culture.