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Timothée Chalamet charms fans by embracing Chinese culture, selling tofu, playing table tennis

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Zoey ZhangMarch 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Timothée Chalamet charms fans by embracing Chinese culture, selling tofu, playing table tennis
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Timothée Chalamet, currently promoting his film *Marty Supreme*, recently visited China starting March 8th in Chengdu. The film, which has received nine Academy Award nominations, centers on a shoe salesman pursuing a table tennis dream. During his trip, Chalamet engaged with local culture by sampling tea, participating in square dancing, eating hotpot, and playing table tennis with locals. The actor, known as "Sweet Tea" by his Chinese fans, was seen wearing a jacket with the film's Chinese title and immersed himself in various activities, charming fans and generating buzz for the movie. The trip aims to promote *Marty Supreme* ahead of the Academy Awards.

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Academy Awards 50% Chengdu 60% Marty Supreme 70% China ×490% Timothée Chalamet ×4100%

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South China Morning Post
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China

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