IIT Bombay’s Techfest 2025 saw an unexpected twist when a humanoid robot took the stage, catching audiences off guard with a live dance performance to the viral track ‘Fa9la’.
What did the viral clip show?
What began as a routine tech demonstration quickly turned into a jaw-dropping spectacle as the robot grooved effortlessly to the Arabic-infused beats. Its movements radiated engineering charisma, blending mechanical precision with a performance that felt almost alive. The act was also a nod to the remarkable progress of artificial intelligence, showcasing how AI can now mimic human rhythm, timing, and expression with astonishing accuracy. Phones were instantly raised, capturing a moment where robotics met showmanship in perfect harmony.
Rather than a typical tech-rich demo, the robot delivered a full-blown performance with satisfyingly fluent moves. It didn’t take long for a video of the performance to go viral on Instagram, drawing in reels and shorts across social media. According to the post’s caption, the robot was developed by Bidyut Innovation, highlighting the equal integration of developing code and creative vision that made the performance so impressive.
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Fans react with humour and curiosity
The comment section became a mix of humour, admiration, and pop culture nods. One user joked, “Finally! Akshaye Khanna isn’t the only one anymore; competition is here.” Another quipped, “This is what decades of kicking Boston Dynamics bots have led to.” Fans playfully nicknamed the robot “Chitti Dakait”, while some added technical notes, suggesting the bot could be the Unitree G1 from Unitree Robotics, Hangzhou, China.
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Techfest, Asia’s largest science and technology festival, thrives on breaking expectations, and this performance fits perfectly. ‘Fa9la’, also known as ‘Sher-e-Baloch’, is composed by Bahrain-based rap artist Flipperachi and features in the Bollywood blockbuster Dhurandhar, starring R Madhavan, Ranveer Singh, and Akshaye Khanna. Now, its viral rhythm has an unlikely new performer: a humanoid robot stealing the spotlight.
