Daidai

Daidai, a 23-year-old woman from Hechuan, Chongqing, China, has become a recent online sensation. Facing the challenge of slaughtering two pigs for a traditional community feast due to her father's age, Daidai posted a request for assistance on Douyin (China's TikTok). This plea unexpectedly went viral, attracting over 1,000 volunteers to her rural farm. The event transformed into a festive gathering, highlighting the power of online communities. The unexpected popularity has also led to an unusual phenomenon: clumps of earth from her property are being sold online as "lucky charms," demonstrating the extent of her newfound fame. Daidai's story is relevant as it showcases the intersection of traditional practices, social media influence, and community engagement in modern China.