February 12, 2026

“Becoming Chinese” has emerged as one of the internet’s most unexpected lifestyle trends. From hot water and house slippers to wellness routines rooted in everyday Chinese life, the meme reflects a deeper shift in how global audiences engage with Chinese culture — not through politics, but through daily habits.
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Anna Sawai won an Emmy for Best Actress in Shogun and has now been named in the Time100 Next List
Hong Kong action veteran Ekin Cheung and rising star actress Natalie Hsu are set to be recognized at NYAFF 2025,
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