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    Date: 4 February 2026 (Wednesday)

    Time: 2:30pm-4:00pm

    Venue: C-Centre (NAH313, Humanities Building, CUHK)

    Speakers:
    Prof. Erika Ningxin Wang
    Assistant Professor
    The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen

    Prof. Qian Huang
    Assistant Professor
    University of Groningen, Netherlands

    Book Abstract:
    This book talk delves into the unexpected collision of pop culture and political identity across East Asia, primarily in China. The authors will introduce their core conceptualization—"participatory censorship" and "performative patriotism"—demonstrating how fan devotion and anti-fan hatred are weaponized with nationalist fervor to enforce political boundaries. The discussion will draw upon an in-depth case study (such as the Zhang Zhehan case) to highlight the mechanics of this digital warfare and its role in the "cancellation" of top celebrities. The session will expand into a broader discussion about fandom and nationalism across the region, examining how fan communities navigate institutional scrutiny and power structures.

    Language: English

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