Central News Agency (CNA reporter Hung Su-chin, Taipei, July 2nd) Program supervisors Liu Ssu-ming and Chen Chen-chuan are launching a virtual idol competition show, with Lulu taking on hosting duties. The show features 15 trainees who, in their virtual forms, will stand on a real stage, accompanied by live hosts, judges, and a band for recording. This fusion of 3D virtual technology and real-life reality is creating a new international trend. Liu Ssu-ming has previously produced numerous VR works that have repeatedly received recognition at the Venice Film Festival, and has also written many popular Chinese pop songs. Chen Chen-chuan has produced over 10 Golden Melody, Golden Bell, and Golden Horse Awards ceremonies, and has overseen thousands of large-scale concerts. According to a press release, they are now collaborating to launch the virtual idol competition show "VPOP ASIA". The show features 15 trainees who, in their virtual forms, will stand on a real stage, with live hosts, live judges, and a live band providing accompaniment for recording. Each episode will feature a different combination of judges to witness and evaluate the performances. The judges include ØZI, Chen Hsin-han, Peng Chia-hui, Wei Li-an, Ge Zhong-shan, Xiao Huang-chi, and Dai Ai-ling, among others. The host will be Lulu Huang Lu-tzu-yin. "VPOP ASIA" will premiere on July 18th, airing every Saturday at 10 PM on TVBS Entertainment Channel. Starting July 19th, it will be available on the CATCHPLAY+ platform every Sunday at 12 AM, and will also air on CTS Main Channel every Sunday at 10 PM. (Editor: Li Shu-hua) 1150702 Choose to stand with the facts. Every contribution you make is a force to protect press freedom. Download the CNA "One-Stop News" APP to get the latest news in real-time. This website's text, images, and videos may not be reproduced, publicly broadcast, publicly transmitted, or used without authorization.