A star-studded press conference for the premiere of Jacob Cheung's fantasy 3d film, "White Haired Witch of Lunar Kingdom," has been held in Beijing.
The movie's lead actor, Huang Xiaoming, along with stars Fan Bingbing and Tong Yao, attend the ceremony.
Fan discussed working on the film and gave well-wishes to her fans:
"We shot the film in cold of Beijing's winter. The director, together with our excellent crew, helped make this great fantasy 3D film. Amid all the festivities, though, I want to express my blessing that everyone shall be well."
The film is adapted from author Liang Yusheng's novel, Baifa Monv Zhuan. It's also a remake of the 1990s version of film, which starred actress Leslie Cheung.
The film tells a story about a Wudang sect leader during the Ming Dynasty that falls in love with a witch while on his way to pay tribute to the royal court.
"White Haired Witch of Lunar Kingdom" comes to theaters on August 1st.
