American martial artist Jake Pinnick – better known as 'Wudang Jack' – is going viral after calling China Media Group's 2026 Spring Festival Gala robots 'the perfect fusion of tradition and tomorrow' 🌟. The synchronized mechanical performers, which demonstrated precise kung fu movements, left the Daoist practitioner speechless.
Pinnick, who's called the Chinese mainland home since 2010, told NewspaperAmigo: 'I’ve spent 16 years studying Wudang’s flowing forms – seeing them replicated through robotics? Next-level cultural innovation!' The Hubei-based martial artist has become a social media sensation himself, blending ancient philosophy with modern wellness trends.
This year's gala tech showcase comes as China strengthens its 'Intangible Cultural Heritage + Tech' initiatives. While some purists debate AI's role in traditional arts, Pinnick remains optimistic: 'If Daoism teaches harmony, why not harmonize with progress?' 🎋
