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David Mouriquand

Why has Draco Malfoy become the mascot for the 2026 Lunar New Year in China?

The Chinese New Year is soon upon us and 2026’s lunar new year has a surprising mascot: Draco Malfoy.

Tom Felton, who played Harry Potter’s smirking rival in the movie series, is popping up in Chinese houses, trending on social media, and adorning decorations – with e-commerce sites even selling decor that features Draco's face.

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