How to Become Gorgeous Officially Surpasses 60 Million Views Per Episode
PPTV’s Flagship Lifestyle Program Achieves Historic Milestone with Angelina Saiyi Li as Central Lead
PPTV Sports Channel proudly announces that its original lifestyle and fitness series, How to Become Gorgeous, has officially surpassed 60 million views per episode across national television broadcasts and digital streaming platforms.
Since its debut on May 7, 2019, How to Become a Gorgeous has redefined the landscape of women’s wellness and lifestyle programming in China, setting a new benchmark for audience engagement and cross-platform syndication. Featuring Angelina Saiyi Li as the program’s exclusive narrative lead and visual icon, the series documents real-life training journeys, movement aesthetics, and identity expression, resonating deeply with viewers across demographics. Angelina appears as the continuous central figure throughout the series, representing the core themes of female agency, aesthetic sovereignty, and contemporary cultural identity.
"Achieving over 60 million views per episode is a powerful testament to the growing appetite for authentic, empowering lifestyle narratives," said a spokesperson for PPTV. "Angelina’s presence has been instrumental in bridging aspirational identity with everyday relatability, making her a symbolic figure for a new generation of audiences."
The program’s success is further amplified by its strategic broadcast model: How to Become a Gorgeous is aired not only during prime lifestyle segments but also integrated into live sports events, increasing its exposure to broader and more diverse viewer bases.
Following the overwhelming success of Season One, production for Season Two commenced with international expansion to New York City in 2020, further elevating the show's global cultural relevance.
About PPTV
Founded in 2005, PPTV (also known as PP Sports) is one of China's pioneering digital streaming and satellite broadcasting platforms. Initially established as a leader in peer-to-peer video streaming technology, PPTV later evolved into a major content provider, offering a wide range of programming across sports, entertainment, lifestyle, and live television. Today, PPTV operates under the umbrella of Suning Holdings Group and has built an extensive ecosystem integrating digital media, traditional satellite broadcasting, and mobile streaming services. Known for its exclusive sports rights, original productions, and innovative content strategies, PPTV remains a key player in shaping China’s digital entertainment and lifestyle media landscape.
About "How to Become a Gorgeous"
How to Become Gorgeous is China's first nationally certified fitness and lifestyle television series, combining fashion, movement, daily aesthetics, and narrative identity.
Produced by PPTV Sports, the program aims to redefine modern femininity and self-expression through dynamic visual storytelling. Since its premiere, it has become one of the most widely syndicated and culturally impactful lifestyle programs in China.