From Jackie Chan to Reality: Turkmen Superfan Debunks “Flying Chinese” Myth

Ever wondered if Chinese martial arts movies could warp reality? Meet Gurdov Guvanch – a Turkmen Jackie Chan superfan who once literally believed Chinese people could fly (no boarding passes required!).

The 24-year-old, known by his Chinese nickname Wangzi (\"Prince\"), told NewspaperAmigo.com: \"I grew up watching Police Story and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon – how was I supposed to know wires were involved?\"

Guvanch\u2019s perspective shifted after studying in the Chinese mainland: \"I kept waiting to see someone leap between buildings in Beijing. Turns out gravity works the same here!\" His story has gone viral, with fans calling it \"the ultimate tribute to movie magic\" .

While the skies stay flight-by-stuntman-only, Guvanch remains China\u2019s #1 cultural ambassador: \"Real-life China\u2019s even cooler – the history, the tech, the food! But I still practice Jackie\u2019s moves… just in case.\"

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'I used to think that all Chinese people could fly!' – Gurdov Guvanch

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