The villain Draco Malfoy from the movie "Harry Potter" has unexpectedly become popular in China, becoming a lucky symbol for the Year of the Horse in the lunar calendar. His surname, transliterated in Chinese as "Malfoy," implies "horse" and "fortune," aligning with the auspiciousness of the Year of the Horse. His image has been widely printed on couplets, posters, and phone cases among other New Year goods, creating a sensation on social media and e-commerce platforms. The actor who played Malfoy, Tom Felton, posted on Instagram with the caption "Good fortune shines bright."