India, April 6 -- A 31-year-old calligrapher from Wuhan, China, used his artistic skills to repay his parents' massive debt of 20 million yuan ( Rs.23 crore) within seven years, reported South China Morning Post.

Chen Zhao, who now runs a successful calligraphy studio, began learning the traditional art form at the age of five. However, his parents were sceptical about its financial viability and often warned him against relying on calligraphy for a living.

Their concerns escalated when it was time for Chen to choose a university major. While his parents wanted him to pursue a business degree, he was determined to follow his passion for calligraphy. Ultimately, he enrolled at the Hubei Institute of Fine Arts, specializing in the craft....