In a playful twist on tradition, a bride in Taiwan tossed a toy M16 rifle out of the window of her wedding car instead of the customary paper fan, attracting much attention on social media. The bride, surnamed Chen, and the groom, Zhang, wanted to give their nuptials on June 15 a unique touch, according to the news network ETtoday. A video clip shows a smiling Chen in a traditional red dress and veil as she prepared to leave her parents’ home.
Before the car left, she playfully threw out the toy gun, which was decorated with red stickers and ribbons. “Actually, the gun is quite heavy. I am worried that it might scratch the car,” said Chen.
She then flung the gun as far as she could, symbolising the casting away of “bad temper” before joining her husband’s family. It is customary in this scenario for the bride to throw a paper fan. The act, known as signifies leaving behind any pettiness at her parental home in order to embrace a harmonious new life with her husband.
Some brides even attach red envelopes to the traditional fan and throw them away together. This shows that they are not taking away any wealth and are ready for a fresh start. The fan discarded by the bride is usually kept at the home of her parents as a symbol of their enduring connection.
“Throwing a fan just seemed a bit lacklustre, and considering I have quite a temper, my husband suggested switching from a fan to a gun,” Chen told ETtoday. She immediately agreed and the couple bought the toy M.
