On September 24, Alibaba’s flagship AI app Quark officially introduced its brand-new AI creation platform “Zaodian”. The platform combines two cutting-edge capabilities: AI image generation and AI video generation, making it the first platform in China to support synchronized audio-visual video creation.
Zaodian integrates Tongyi Wanxiang 2.5 (Wan2.5), Alibaba’s upgraded AI video model, and offers users 7 days of free access. For image creation, the platform has also brought in Midjourney V7, one of the most advanced global image-generation models, combined with Quark’s in-house AI to deliver a seamless all-in-one creative experience.
Why Zaodian Matters for Global Creators
From a Western perspective, what makes Zaodian stand out is not just its availability in China but the fusion of international AI powerhouses (Midjourney V7) with Alibaba’s domestic innovation. This hybrid approach means creators now get access to tools that can:
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Generate 1080P, 24fps cinematic-quality AI videos up to 10 seconds long.
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Produce natural human voices, sound effects, and background music that sync with visuals.
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Handle complex cinematic controls such as camera movements and scene transitions.
In short, Zaodian isn’t just about quick AI sketches—it’s about movie-ready AI production.
Midjourney V7 + Quark: A Creative Powerhouse
On the image side, Zaodian supports multi-image referencing, style codes, and fine-tuned parameters for advanced creators. With Quark’s proprietary tech, the platform excels in Asian portrait generation, Chinese text rendering, and traditional art aesthetics, which makes it especially relevant for e-commerce, design, film, and gaming industries.
Viral AI Content Already Emerging
During its beta testing, Zaodian sparked viral AI works such as “Medieval Oil Painting Choir”, “Relics Eating Mooncakes”, and “Giant Cat Goes on a Journey”. Users praised how Midjourney V7 generated images combined seamlessly with Wan2.5 video output, highlighting the synchronized audio-video upgrade as a major productivity boost.
One early adopter said:
“With Midjourney I get stunning images, and Wan2.5 turns them into stable, detailed videos with synced audio. It feels like a game-changer for digital content creation.”
How to Try Zaodian for Free
Creators can now access the platform via zaodian.quark.cn or through Quark’s PC client (“AI Image”). From now until September 30, all users can claim a 7-day free trial of Tongyi Wanxiang 2.5’s video generation features.
For everyday users, the Quark app also offers lightweight AI tools, including:
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One-click AI photo editing (filters, beauty modes, background removal).
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Fun AI features like hairstyle swaps, background changes, and style transformations.
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3D figurine generation and trending AI video templates.
