On August 4, 2025, filming officially began for Rebirth: I'm a Striker in Su Chao, the first premium mini series themed around "Jiangsu Football City League" or "Su Chao." The production is led by Xingfu Lanhai Film and Television Culture Group, co-produced by the Nantong·Tongzhou "China In Children's Chorus" Children's Art Creation & Research Base. The opening ceremony took place at the Chuzhou Olympic Sports Centre. The series tells an inspiring story of a football team that, despite repeated failures and coming in the last place in the league, refuses to give up. Through grit and unity, they reignite their passion for the game, win the hearts of fans, and light up the sports field.
Mini Series Rebirth: I'm a Striker in Su Chao Reinvents Viral Fun Moments from Jiangsu Football City League
Once filming wraps, the series will enter post-production and is scheduled to premiere in September on major video platforms including ai Litchi, Hongguo, iQiyi, and Tencent Video. Audiences will be able to enjoy both the live "SuChao" matches and this parallel-universe recreation of the competition.
Mini Series Rebirth: I'm a Striker in Su Chao Reinvents Viral Fun Moments from Jiangsu Football City League
While the plot begins with a theme of "rebirth," its core focus is the epic story of struggle shared by all of us. Instead of following the usual sports comeback-and-championship formula, it chronicles the journey of the team nicknamed the Dinosaur Team, from repeated defeats to becoming a united force. The message is clear: rebirth isn't about rewriting the ending—it's about learning to face every run, every challenge, and every fall with resilience. Fans can look forward to recreated iconic and humorous "Su Chao" moments, including the overhead kick, the dashing "suit-wearing coach," and the barbecue shop sponsoring the league. These highlights are sure to spark a fun hunt for familiar moments among online viewers.
Since its launch in May, "Su Chao" has risen unexpectedly and gone viral, becoming a moving example of passion, perseverance, and mutual dedication—a perfect blend of sportsmanship and urban warmth. Like a beam of light, it inspires everyone in their own life journeys. As the competition continues, public enthusiasm for this super sports IP is still rising. Jiangsu Broadcasting Corporation has leveraged its full-spectrum media network to promote "Su Chao" through live broadcasts, special programs, news coverage, and international exposure, with interactive content across both big and small screens. By July, over 2,600 short videos had been released across platforms, amassing more than 2 billion views.
