18-07-2025
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
