Liu Hulan’s name is included in several lyrics in the Henan opera "Chaoyanggou". The song is called "We two have been in school for three whole years", which was sung by Henan opera performing artist Wang Shanpu.

The Henan Opera "Chaoyanggou" was made into an opera art film by Changchun Film Studio in 1963. Its unique taste and special status in the history of modern Chinese drama are indisputable and irreplaceable.

The song sings: I will never forget that you asked me to watch Dong Cunrui, and you will remember that I asked you to watch Liu Hulan. Dong Cunrui died for the people, and Liu Hulan shed her blood for the motherland. Henan opera performing artist Wang Shanpu's singing was generous, bright, solid and powerful, full of emotion, deep and sincere, which left a deep impression on the listeners.

The release of "Chaoyanggou" is a landmark work in modern drama. It is beautiful and has a vivid plot. This work became famous throughout the country as soon as it came out. The play also won many awards including the "Outstanding Contribution to Modern Chinese Opera" award and the "Excellent Repertory Repertoire" award from the Ministry of Culture.

"Chaoyanggou" has also been transplanted into many dramas. In 2017, the large-scale original stage play "Chaoyanggou" was jointly created by conductor Wu Tao and co-produced by Henan Symphony Orchestra and Henan Opera Troupe. It was performed at Zhengzhou University The Conservatory of Music launched performances and received rave reviews.

Chinese opera is a dazzling "literary garden" in China's excellent traditional culture. It integrates song, dance, music, science and literature, reflects the world, depicts historical events, and expresses people's lives. Ideals and wishes are a comprehensive stage art with extremely expressive power and national characteristics.