On January 26, Jiangsu TV officially unveiled the first wave of guests for the “Happy Reunion 2026 AI Lychee Spring Festival Gala,” drawing early attention ahead of the Lunar New Year. The confirmed lineup includes Liu Yuning, Pu Yixing, R.E.D, Shin (Su Jianxin), Wang Linkai, Wei Xiang, Yin Xiaotian, Yu Yan, Zhang Junhao, and Zhang Zhuoer, alongside Super League football players and a dialect choir.
The newly announced guest list highlights diversity and cross-industry collaboration. Established vocalists and emerging artists are set to share the stage, offering a wide range of musical styles, while performers from film and variety backgrounds bring added versatility to the program. The participation of professional athletes introduces a sense of vitality and movement, and the inclusion of a grassroots dialect choir adds warmth and authenticity rooted in everyday life.
From a broader perspective, the gala emphasizes integration across generations and fields. Veteran hitmakers performing alongside younger artists reflect both continuity and renewal, while the presence of cross-disciplinary guests expands the Spring Festival Gala beyond a single artistic form into a more inclusive cultural showcase. Together, these elements aim to create a festive atmosphere that blends tradition with contemporary expression.
The “Happy Reunion 2026 AI Lychee Spring Festival Gala” will air on February 17, Lunar New Year’s Day, at 7:30 p.m. local time, broadcasting simultaneously on Jiangsu TV and the AI Lychee platform, bringing a vibrant and modern New Year celebration to audiences.
