The mischievous Monkey King, a cultural icon as legendary as Marvel's Loki 💥, is leaping off the pages of Journey to the West and into the spotlight of shadow puppetry! A new exhibition in Beijing is reimagining his heavenly rampage with dazzling visuals and fresh artistry.
Third-generation shadow puppetry inheritor Wang Tianwen has fused ancient techniques with meticulous Chinese painting styles, creating celestial palaces 🌌 and mythical battlegrounds that glow under innovative light effects. Think Avatar-level worldbuilding—but rooted in 2,000-year-old traditions!
★ Why it’s lit: The exhibition at Nanchizi Museum isn’t just about preserving history—it’s a masterclass in making folklore relevant. Perfect for art geeks, mythology buffs, or anyone craving a timestamp-worthy cultural experience!
