Summary
A young woman in China posted a request on social media for help with a traditional pig slaughter, as her father was too old to do it. Her plea received an overwhelming response, attracting thousands of people to her village. The event turned into a large feast and social gathering, drawing attention online and from local authorities.
Key Facts
- A woman named Daidai asked for help on Douyin, China's version of TikTok, to slaughter pigs for a community feast.
- Her father's age prevented him from handling the task, prompting her request.
- Over a million people liked her post, and thousands came to her village, Qingfu.
- The influx of people caused traffic jams and prompted a police response.
- More pigs were provided by local tourism officials to accommodate the unexpected crowd.
- The event was watched online by more than 100,000 people and gathered 20 million likes.
- Daidai initially expected only a small number of helpers but was surprised by the massive turnout.
- The event was seen as a way for people to reconnect with cultural traditions and community experiences.
