Shooting of the latest installment of Universal Pictures' The Mummy has wrapped up in Shanghai. The film will have its world premiere next summer in Beijing, according to director Rob Cohen.

Cast members John Hannah (L) and Isabella Leong attend the wrap party for The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor in Shanghai on Monday, November 26, 2007.

Cohen on Monday led his film cast members to meet the media in Shanghai, where last-stage filming for The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor has just completed.

Brendan Fraser, Maria Bello, John Hannah and Isabella Leong came directly to the wrap party from the scenes still with costumes and make-up.

The two Chinese leading cast members, Jet Li and Michelle Yeoh, were absent. Director Cohen explained they have left the entourage after completing their parts.

Cohen also announced that a global premiere is scheduled for July 24, 2008 in Beijing. The date is about one week ahead of the film's US release.

A five-minute trailer of the film debuted at the ceremony. Producers noted it was roughly made to give the media an idea of the film. More post-production work will start after they go back to the States later this month.

Unlike the previous two chapters, The Mummy 3 will bring audiences to the ancient China for a spellbinding adventure.

Rob Cohen, who takes a strong interest in Oriental culture, said the film was not strictly based on Chinese history. He wants it to be a blend of history and imagination to present in front of the audience as an Oriental myth.

Director Rob Cohen attends the wrap party for The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor in Shanghai on Monday, November 26, 2007.

Leading actress Maria Bello attends the wrap party for The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor in Shanghai on Monday, November 26, 2007.

Cast member Brendan Fraser attends the wrap party for The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor in Shanghai on Monday, November 26, 2007.

(CRI.cn November 27, 2007)