(idiom) to become famous overnight or widely known through a single successful action; originally referred to becoming famous by passing the imperial civil service examinations

To establish a career or achieve great deeds while also gaining widespread recognition and fame.

the masterpiece or seminal work that makes a writer, artist, or performer famous

Established in both career and reputation; to have one's work completed and one's name known

to have one's career established and one's reputation built; to win recognition after achieving great things

the art or technique of becoming famous; a secret or method for achieving social success and recognition