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Fri, 05 Jun 2026 China cracks down on soft porn, violence and materialism in viral micro dramas

Micro dramas have surged in popularity, but drawn criticism for often sensationalist content.
Chinese authorities are launching a two-month campaign to crack down on materialistic, violent, and sexualized content in locally-made micro dramas. The campaign targets eight types of objectionable content, including soft pornography, distorted views on marriage and relationships, and ostentatious displays of wealth. Provincial authorities will conduct spot checks on production firms and require them to rectify any issues that arise. The media administration says the campaign aims to create a "clean and healthy" industry and address key issues such as materialism and distorted views on relationships. Local authorities will also be required to inspect micro drama content, with the goal of fostering a more civilized and rational online environment.