China's AI Drama Explosion

China's AI drama sector sees 600M users, 339K new releases in H1 2026, 19K+ job openings. Short-drama app downloads up 95.5%, active advertisers up 132%, hybrid monetization at 57.6%. Duiba ramps up AI short drama push, revenue surging but still loss-making due to AI investment. Branded micro-dramas from Meituan, McDonald's offer strategic lessons.