Why do so many young people want to become famous?

I think the main reason young people chase fame is that social media makes it seem like an achievable goal now. Platforms like Douyin show ordinary people gaining millions of followers overnight, which creates this illusion that anyone can become famous with just one viral moment. For example, in my office in Shanghai, I've noticed colleagues spending hours editing short videos after work, hoping to get noticed. The tricky part is, while social media lowers the barrier to exposure, it doesn't guarantee lasting success - most viral stars fade away quickly. That reality check often comes later.