SocietyTaiwan’s adult film boom and bust: How did the Chinese market fuel the surge?
Taiwan was seen as Asia’s only place where uncensored adult films could legally be made, and the industry expanded rapidly around 2020. At its peak, industry participants said, more than 20 production companies operated across Taiwan, making 180 to 300 works a month; scholars estimated the sector’s value at NT$20 billion. The sudden shutdown of major studio MDM in 2026 renewed questions about the role of Chinese demand, online gambling ads and grey funds, as the industry faces challenges amid retreating investment.
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BBC Chinese★★☆☆☆2026-10-08 09:37Original
Taiwan’s adult film boom and bust: How did the Chinese market fuel the surge?
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