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Kunlun Tech Launches SkyReels to Transform AI Video Production

Today, Kunlun Tech announced the launch of SkyReels, heralding a new era in video production technology. Dubbed the world’s first AI reels platform that synergizes an AI video generation model with a 3D engine, SkyReels offers an all-in-one solution for script generation, character customization, and film synthesis, streamlining the process of video creation.

SkyReels is designed to cater to a broad spectrum of genres, from epic fantasy to family comedies, enabling creators to transform simple concepts into polished videos. The platform incorporates several of Kunlun Tech‘s proprietary technologies: the script-writing Large Language Model (LLM) SkyScript, the storyboard LLM StoryboardGen, and the 3D generation LLM Sky3DGen. These are integrated through the innovative WorldEngine platform, which melds AI 3D engines with video generation models, enhancing creative possibilities.

The system is particularly advantageous for small business owners and solopreneurs, who may lack the resources for traditional video production. SkyReels offers high-quality script and plot development, emotional dialogues, and background music (BGM), all generated with a few clicks. This technology not only democratizes high-quality video production but also reduces costs and production time significantly, embodying the concept of “one person, one film.”

WorldEngine brings a unique hybrid creation mode online, allowing for detailed control over lighting, physics, and real-time interactions, thus moving from general AI video creation to more precise manipulations. This feature is crucial for maintaining the quality and consistency of video content, key concerns for content creators who rely on maintaining a professional image in their marketing and client interactions.

SkyReels supports various visual styles, including anime and realistic 3D, catering to different aesthetic preferences and project requirements. This level of customization is essential for creators looking to stand out in a crowded content market.

SkyScript and StoryboardGen serve as the backbone of the SkyReels platform. SkyScript is powered by the SkyScript-100M dataset, which aids in generating densely packed scripts with well-timed plot points and emotional shifts. StoryboardGen, based on the DiT-MoE architecture, efficiently converts scripts into detailed storyboards, enhancing visual storytelling.

Furthermore, Sky3DGen allows for the generation of diverse 3D scenes and dynamic characters, adding depth to the videos. ActorShow LLM, another integral part of the SkyReels suite, ensures that character performances are natural and engaging, addressing common challenges in virtual actor presentations.

The launch of SkyReels marks a significant milestone in AI-driven content creation, promising to revolutionize how videos are produced, particularly benefiting solo entrepreneurs and small businesses by offering an efficient, cost-effective solution for producing high-quality video content. As the reel content creation market continues to expand, SkyReels is poised to become a pivotal player in fostering the growth of user-generated content (UGC) and professional user-generated content (PUGC), ushering in a new wave of innovation in digital storytelling.

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