Ranyi Music, an emerging music production and artist management company based in China, announced the premiere of “August”. It is the first directorial effort by its distinguished artist, Zhang Zhehan. The compelling documentary showcases Zhang’s personal journey of self-healing following a tumultuous cybermedia storm that nearly destroyed his career and personal life.
“August” was launched on YouTube on April 14th, 2024, and has received much acclaim for its profound impact. The documentary has achieved an impressive IMDb rating of 9.8 and has risen to become the 10th most popular documentary film on IMDB.
The documentary was filmed over nearly 20 days, capturing Zhang’s cycling trip from Shangri-La to Lhasa. During the journey, he encounters snow-capped mountains, glaciers, and herds of livestock. He meets many ordinary yet touching faces and listens to the pain and love within himself. The documentary also includes stories of strangers he meets, such as a bar owner with a lifelong passion for music, two basketball-loving brothers, and the innkeeper’s tales of the hustle and bustle on the Sichuan-Tibet Highway. It also includes a ‘love at first sight’ kind of enchantment.
“August” has been highly praised after its release, not only covered by multiple media outlets but also achieving a high score of 9.8 on IMDb.
In addition to the documentary, Zhang Zhehan has released the lead single from his third album, “Can You Hear Me”, on May 8th. The singer takes a daring and avant-garde approach to the composition, with the entire song built around the single line, “Can You Hear Me”. This transcends the boundaries of language and the limits of time and space, forging a soulful connection between inner confession and the sounds of the outer world.
On May 10th, the second physical album, “Datura,” will be released. This July, Zhang Zhehan will also be going to Australia to hold his fan meeting.
Zhang Zhehan’s musical talent is undeniable, and his popularity is evident. In 2023, he released two albums that immediately dominated the charts on various global music platforms. In May of the same year, he held two “Primordial Theater” concerts in Bangkok, Thailand, kicking off his concert tour. He then performed in Malaysia and Singapore. In February 2024, Zhang Zhehan held a concert in Hong Kong, China, attracting nearly 10,000 spectators.
That August has now passed, and we eagerly anticipate the next August, experiencing the profound meaning of a new “August”.
