The fantasy youth short dramaShanhai University: My Meow Boyfriend, meticulously created by faculty and students of Jilin Animation Institute, officially premieres today on the Hongguo Short Drama platform. Centered on the fateful bond between a mythical beast boy and an energetic young girl, the series uses a youthful narrative style to reinterpret the charm of traditional culture, while delivering a fresh and engaging campus story. It stands not only as a testament to the dedication of Jilin Animation Institute’s faculty and students in the field of film and television, and their commitment to practice-oriented teaching, but also as a vivid achievement of the university’s efforts to deepen industry–education integration and advance its “integration of learning, research, and production” model. The series injects new vitality into contemporary film and television content creation and offers audiences a distinctive audiovisual experience.
Shanhai University: My Meow Boyfriend breaks the narrative boundaries of traditional youth dramas through its innovative concept of “Shanhai fantasy + campus growth.” By deeply integrating Eastern mythological elements with coming-of-age themes, the series not only showcases the rich cultural heritage of Classic of Mountains and Seas, but also features eye-catching and endearing moments—such as uncontrollable cat ears and secret acts of protection—that define the charm of its “cat-like boy” protagonist. It is this clever setup that makes the meeting between Pei Xiaoyu and Sinan the starting point of a fantastical journey. As the story unfolds, the bond between the young protagonists grows ever stronger through their shared experiences, as they join forces to confront crises in the Shanhai realm, ultimately painting a passionate tale of youth marked by courage, growth, and determination.
As a brand-new exploration by Jilin Animation Institute into the short drama sector, this series not only marks a solid step forward in expanding artistic expression and exploring diversified creative fields, but also represents a key initiative in the in-depth development and dissemination of the “Shanhai Universe”—an IP system rich in Chinese cultural identity and imaginative fantasy. Rooted in the mythological worldview of the Classic of Mountains and Seas, this IP system spans multiple dimensions, including script development, character design, film and animation production, serialized drama creation, game development, comic production, cultural and creative product design, and offline immersive experiences—thereby maximizing the release of its overall IP value.
With the charm of the Shanhai world, we paint the colors of youth; empowered by industry–education integration, we lay the foundation for creation.Shanhai University: My Meow Boyfriendpremieres today—join Pei Xiaoyu and Sinan as they unlock the mysteries of the Shanhai realm, feel the passion of youth, and witness the new possibilities of youthful film and television creation driven by the integration of learning, research, and production. Don’t miss out—tune in on the Hongguo Short Drama platform and embark on this fantastical journey of youth!
