Released by Alibaba Tongyi Lab on 2025.12.16

Wan 2.6

Acclaimed as the most comprehensive AI video model. Pioneering "Video Roleplay", starting a new era for AI Directors.

15s
Ultra Long
1080P
Cinematic
Role
Consistency
Audio
AV Sync

Wan 2.6 is not just an update; it is a comprehensive evolution of visual generation capabilities. Powered by Alibaba's native multi-modal architecture, it understands complex storyboard instructions.

With significantly improved realistic portrait texture and lighting, Wan 2.6 allows every creator to easily master the role of an "AI Director", creating 1080P content comparable to professional production.

Wan 2.6 Demo
High Quality Mode

Most Comprehensive Video Model

Combining multi-lens narrative, character consistency, and AV sync to meet professional creative needs.

First Video Roleplay

Upload a personal video, AI accurately extracts demeanor and appearance, letting you become the movie protagonist in any new scene.

Smart Multi-lens Narrative

Automatically converts prompts into professional storyboards. Supports panoramic, close-up, and tracking shots with smooth transitions.

Native AV Sync

Industry-leading multi-modal architecture. Visuals perfectly match vocals, sound effects, and BGM. Supports audio-driven mode.

15s Complete Narrative

Breaking short clip limits, supporting up to 15s HD video generation. Carries complete narrative logic for dramas and ads.

Tech Iteration

Generational Leap from Wan 2.5 to 2.6

Compared to the previous generation, Wan 2.6 has significantly optimized image quality, sound effects, and instruction following.

Wan 2.5 (Previous)

10s single-shot performance, mainly for simple dance videos.

Wan 2.6 (Current)

15s multi-lens narrative + roleplay, a huge leap in storytelling.

10s Wan 2.5
15s Industry Leading
Single Shot Wan 2.5
Smart Storyboard Wan 2.6

Showdown: Wan 2.6 vs Sora 2

The two peaks in the current AI video generation field.

Feature
Wan 2.6
OpenAI Sora 2
Release Date2025.12.16 (Latest)2025.09.30
Core PositioningAll-rounder / Roleplay ChoicePhysics Sim / Social
Role Consistency✅ Video Upload Support✅ Cameo/Characters
Duration⚡️ 15s (Leading)15-25s (Pro)
AV Sync✅ Native Support✅ Supported
Access⭐️ Free Trial / Open APISubscription / Invite

Infinite Creative Scenarios

Empowering industries to bring imagination to life.

Short Drama Creation

One person is a crew. Upload scripts, AI generates storyboard videos, handling everything from camera movement to acting.

AI Prompt Example
/generate style:cinematic subject:detective action:running in rain

Commercial Ads

15s golden duration. Quickly generate high-quality product showcases and brand stories.

AI Prompt Example
/generate product:perfume lighting:studio motion:slow-zoom

Virtual Character Interaction

Give life to virtual avatars. Input audio, AI drives character speech, expressions, and movements.

AI Prompt Example
/animate source:audio_file.mp3 expression:excited