The Velvet Rope Economy: Inside Shanghai's Ultra-Exclusive Entertainment Clubs

The glow of Shanghai's nightscape tells a story of social stratification. Behind unmarked doors and biometric checkpoints lies a parallel economy where memberships cost more than luxury cars and a night's entertainment can exceed an average worker'

Shanghai's Underground Renaissance: The New Wave of Boutique Entertainment Clubs

Behind the unmarked doors and disguised storefronts of Shanghai's French Concession and Jing'an districts, a cultural revolution is unfolding. The year 2025 has witnessed the rise of an entirely new class of entertainment venues - boutique clubs th