CANNES, France - April 27, 2026 - Stellar Pictures and AI technology firm MiniMax HailuoAI officially debuted their co-created AI-animated music video The Fleeting Beauty at the 2nd World AI Film Festival (WAIFF) in Cannes.
Overseas media at the event spoke highly of the MV’s distinctive Chinese-style audio-visual design and the integration of traditional Eastern art and modern animation. Co-produced with MiniMax HailuoAI and Guangming Daily, the work continues Stellar Pictures’ Eastern Fantasy aesthetic. The theme track is performed by Chinese singer-actress Esther Yu, whose expressive voice and understanding of oriental charm have given the work a touching soul, which perfectly matches the MV’s artistic style.
During the panel, Yixu Wang, Founder & Chairman of Stellar Pictures and AI Content Producer, shared his views on AI and cultural creation. He stressed that AI is not a subversive tool but a core technology to better present Eastern Fantasy content. The MV is the first official release of the two parties’ strategic cooperation. Stellar Pictures will continue to invest in technology to empower film and television VFX and apply AI across the full animation production process. Esther Yu shared her feelings on site, expressing her pleasure to sing the song and honor to communicate with global guests in Cannes, and thanked Stellar Pictures and MiniMax for the invitation.
YuCheng Zhang, Founder & President of Stellar Pictures and AI Content Producer, Esther Yu, and Rhea He, Head of Hailuo Brand Marketing, MiniMax, attended the red carpet together. They became high-profile Asian guests at WAIFF, and Esther Yu’s red carpet look and international appeal attracted wide media attention. This global premiere further boosts Stellar Pictures’ Eastern Fantasy brand globally.
With content as its core and technology as its driving force, Stellar Pictures is committed to delivering high-quality works and sharing authentic Chinese stories with global audiences. As an outstanding young Chinese artist, Esther Yu also contributes to the global spread of Eastern culture with her professional performance and unique charm, allowing more people worldwide to appreciate the beauty of Chinese culture.
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