The Goddess of the Luo River comes alive in a video, which was shared by Henan TV Station on social media platform Sina Weibo. The ancient tale of romance is given new setting and still provides attractive viewing for a modern audience. The tale is presented in what seems like slow motion. Not (surprise), it became popular and has been viewed more than 20 million times.
The story of the Goddess of the Luo River has been the inspiration for countless contemporary artists, have described the goddess of unmatched beauty through various art (form), like movies and dance dramas.
But the reason why the video, which runs for around two minutes and (title) Rhapsody on the Luo River Goddess, created such an impression and has generated such a wave publicity is that it was shot underwater. He Haohao plays the role of goddess. She masters not only her art but the technique of holding her breath as her lungs struggle (carry)out their function. All this is done with the (peaceful) facial expression.
It's not the first time that Henan TV Station (gain) attention with its appealing videos highlighting traditional Chinese culture. On Feb. 13th, 2021, a dance piece, titled A Tang Dynasty Banquet, which is less than six minutes long, was staged during a gala (air) on Henan TV Station to mark Spring Festival.
