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NDTV
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Viral Video: Singapore Navy Joins "Aura Farming" Trend With Boat Dance Tribute
A viral dance video that started on a simple wooden boat has now made its way to military-grade waves. Eleven-year-old Indonesian boy Rayyan Arkan Dikha, who shot to overnight internet fame with his feel-good "boat dance", has now caught the attention of the Singapore Navy. In a playful tribute, the Republic of Singapore Navy recreated Rayyan's now-iconic moves aboard its MSRV Protector, posting the video on Instagram with a witty caption: "Harvesting some sea-riously good auras." The post, tagged with #DefendingOurEveryday, praised the coordination and camaraderie needed to keep naval operations running - all while keeping things lighthearted. Singapore Navy Joins Aura Farming Trend With Boat Dance Tribute View this post on Instagram A post shared by Republic of Singapore Navy (@singaporenavy) Dikha's original video, which features him casually dancing as the boat rocks underfoot, became a global sensation for its authenticity and charm. The boy's energetic performance has won over millions of hearts, with famous athletes like Travis Kelce and Alex Albon even imitating his dance steps. Dikha has become the face of what the internet now calls "aura farming" - a term used to describe someone who exudes effortless charm and coolness. "Aura" refers to the vibe a person gives off, and to "farm" it is to cultivate that magnetic presence that draws admiration online. The 11-year-old shot to fame after a video of him dancing on a speeding boat during the traditional Pacu Jalur festival went viral. A native of Kuantan Singingi in Riau province, Dikha has been dancing on boats since the age of nine. His father and uncle are Pacu Jalur athletes, and he picked up the moves through observation and practice. "I came up with the dance myself," Dikha told the BBC, describing the viral moment as entirely spontaneous. Since then, his life has changed dramatically. He's been named a cultural ambassador by the Governor of Riau, performed on national television with his mother, and even met Indonesia's Ministers of Culture and Tourism in Jakarta. "Every time my friends see me, they say, 'you're viral'," he said. Despite the fame, Dikha says he hopes to become a police officer one day - and encourages others to take care of their health to achieve their dreams. On Instagram, he has more than 21,000 followers.
India Today
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Singapore Navy recreates Indonesian boy's viral boat dance, shares video
Rayyan Arkan Dikha, the 11-year-old Indonesian boy whose video went viral for his iconic 'boat dance,' just got a salute from the Singapore a video on Instagram, the Republic of Singapore Navy recreated Rayyan's signature steps aboard its MSRV Protector. The video with the caption 'Harvesting some sea-riously good auras' has delighted the internet as it struck the perfect balance of humour and precision. advertisement Tagged with #DefendingOurEveryday, the post praised the coordination and camaraderie that keep naval operations running, while proving they can ace a vibe check too.'MSRV Protector sailing out #DefendingOurEveryday and harvesting some sea-riously good auras - it does take great teamwork to keep our ships moving and ensuring that they are in high readiness,' the caption of the post the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Republic of Singapore Navy (@singaporenavy)Rayyan's original clip, showing him dancing effortlessly as a boat rocked underfoot, became a global favourite for its raw energy and charm. His infectious dance inspired millions and even got sports stars like Travis Kelce and Alex Albon to copy his boy is now celebrated as the face of 'aura farming' - a term for those who radiate an irresistible coolness that makes the internet swoon. His fame began during the Pacu Jalur festival, a traditional boat-racing event, where he danced on a speeding boat in Kuantan Singingi, Riau his rise to stardom, he has been named a cultural ambassador by the Governor of Riau, performed on national TV alongside his mother, and even met Indonesia's Ministers of Culture and Tourism in Jakarta.- EndsMust Watch
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
BTS V and Jungkook 'aura legends'? TaeKook's viral 'Aura Farmer' dance gets approval from Indonesia's Tourism Ministry
What began as a spontaneous Instagram Live inside a car, quickly went on to become a full-blown cultural moment, as BTS' Kim Taehyung aka V and Jungkook - affectionately known as TaeKook - once again captured the internet's full attention. The youngest BTS duo went live from a car, laughing, vibing, and casually setting social media on fire. But the real standout moment came when the two broke into the viral "Aura Farmer" dance which has grabbed the attention of Indonesia's Ministry of Tourism. The dance, originally created by 11-year-old Indonesian boy Rayyan Arkan Dhika - who recently shot to internet fame for his energetic moves on a speeding boat during the traditional Pacu Jalur festival - quickly found its way into TaeKook's Live. Fans wasted no time clipping the moment, but the real surprise came from an unexpected source. BTS V and Jungkook are 'aura legends' Indonesia's official Ministry of Tourism caught wind of the viral moment and didn't hesitate to jump in. Sharing the clip on their official Instagram page, they dubbed the two global superstars "aura legends," much to the delight of Indonesian ARMYs and K-pop fans worldwide. The official account of Indonesia's Ministry of Tourism on Instagram shared clip from Taehyung's Instagram live doing the viral aura farming dance'@.thv and @.mnijungkook = aura legends 💥' The post marked a rare and playful moment of government engagement in fan culture - one that elevated a simple dance challenge into an international headline. BTS V's playlist for the TaeKook live Amid all this, Taehyung's music taste stood out, curating a mellow vibe with a playlist that included: Utopia by ODIE, Sinner by Samara Cyn, Darlin' by Jean Dawson, Passenger Princess by Aminé & Smino, Western by and angie by Humbe the Great. BTS comeback countdown begins All seven members - RM, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook - officially completed their mandatory military service by June 21, 2025, and are now setting the stage for a powerful return. The group is currently in Los Angeles, actively working on their upcoming album. On July 1, BTS reunited for their first full-member OT7 live broadcast since 2022. During the Weverse livestream, they opened up about their recent two-month training camp in the U.S. and confirmed that a long-awaited spring 2026 album is in development - with a global tour set to follow. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
India Today
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Indonesian boy Rayyan Arkan Dhika's boat dance video goes viral. Who is he?
Rayyan Arkan Dhika, a Class 5 student from a village in Indonesia, has made headlines worldwide after a video showing him on a racing boat with absolute swag went from Kuantan Singingi Regency, Rayyan took part in Indonesia's traditional Pacu Jalur festival for the first time this year. But it wasn't the boat race that stole the show, it was his swagger-laced dance at the front of the speeding canoe that caught global in a traditional Teluk Belanga outfit and a Malay Riau headcloth, Rayyan stood at the prow of the racing boat, arms waving, kisses flying, all while keeping a straight face. His moves were impromptu, he said, and born in the moment. 'I came up with the dance myself,' he told BBC, adding, 'It was just spontaneous.' The Pacu Jalur race, where long, narrow boats are rowed by teams of adults, includes a dancer at the front - known as the 'Togak Luan' - whose job is to motivate the crew. Rayyan balanced effortlessly, dancing with full flair as the boat sped through the water. And the internet couldn't get of Rayyan's now-iconic performance flooded TikTok, garnering millions of views under hashtags like 'aura farming kid' and 'boat race kid aura'. His nickname, 'The Reaper', took off after a comment under one of the viral videos read: 'He's known as 'The Reaper' because he never loses.'Soon, the video became the internet's latest obession. Paris Saint-Germain footballers attempted his dance. NFL star Travis Kelce, yes, Taylor Swift's boyfriend, joined in with his own version, which reportedly has clocked over 14 million views on TikTok. F1 driver Alex Albon jumped on the trend for Rayyan, the fame hasn't quite sunk in yet. He smiled shyly when asked how he felt. 'Every time my friends see me, they say 'you're viral',' he told BBC. While he doesn't know who most of these celebrities are, the impact is to a BBC report, Indonesia's culture minister praised Rayyan's skill and pointed out that dancing at the tip of a speeding canoe requires balance, confidence and training, something perhaps easier for children than adults. His mother, Rani Ridawati, admitted she worries every time he climbs on the boat. 'If he falls, there's always a rescue team in place,' she told BBC, adding, 'But it still makes me nervous.'Back home, Rayyan is already a star. He has been named a cultural ambassador by the governor of Riau and recently travelled to Jakarta to meet senior ministers and appear on national all the attention, the boy with the world's coolest dance has simple dreams. 'I want to become a police officer,' he told BBC. And for anyone hoping to channel their inner Reaper? His advice is simple: 'Stay healthy, friends, so you can become like me.'- Ends
Indian Express
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Who is Rayyan Arkan Dhika? An 11-year-old Indonesian boy going viral for his boat racing dance
Rayyan Arkan Dhika, an 11-year-old boy from Indonesia, has caught the world's eye for his dance, smooth and full of swagger, during a local festival, as he stood in the front of a long, speeding boat. Dhika was a part of the traditional Pacu Jalur festival in Riau, where he danced confidently at the bow of a racing canoe. In one of his viral videos, he can be seen in a traditional Teluk Belanga costume paired with a Malay Riau headcloth. Dhika, a Class 5 student from a village in Kuantan Singingi Regency, was making his first appearance at the festival. Standing at the prow of the moving race boat rowed by several adults, he can be seen blowing kisses to both sides and waving his arms, all the while maintaining an expressionless face. In another video, he extends one of his hands forward at chest height and sweeps the other beneath it, then rotates both fists in a wheel-like motion. bro's job is to aura farm — non aesthetic things (@PicturesFoIder) July 2, 2025 Reacting to his viral moment, Dhika, in an interview with the BBC, said, 'I came up with the dance myself. It was just spontaneous. Every time my friends see me, they say, 'You're viral'.' The video racked up over five million views, with a user saying, 'I watched all the videos below, and the kid in black clothes still has the best sense of rhythm.' Another user commented, 'The amount of balance you need for this is crazy.' 'He's directing the wind for better aerodynamics,' a third user reacted. French football club Paris Saint-Germain shared a TikTok clip of themselves attempting the boat racing dance, captioned, 'His aura made it all the way to Paris.' The video garnered over seven million views in just 10 days, as reported by the BBC. NFL star and Taylor Swift's boyfriend, Travis Kelce, also posted his rendition, which has since surpassed 14 million views.
