Lion dances have always been a signature part of Chinese New Year celebrations, bringing energy and excitement to everything from family dinners to shopping malls.
The image that comes to mind is often that of two performers skillfully manoeuvring a majestic lion costume, with drums beating in the background and cheers filling the air.
But recently, netizens were left in stitches after seeing a very differently unique type of lion dance.
Shared by @schvvun on TikTok, this 11-second clip quickly went viral, racking up over 30 million views and more than 49,000 comments from amused viewers.
At first, it seems like another lively lion dance performance, complete with drums and a cheering crowd.
But when the camera zooms in, viewers are in for a hilarious surprise – it’s not the grand lion dance you’d expect, but a cute red lion dance toy putting on the performance.
The tiny toy lion, performing right in the middle of the crowd, has captured the attention of many, with reactions ranging from pure amusement to admiration.
“A job well done, even if it’s small!”
“Okay, I approve of this! The big ones are a bit scary.”
“Don’t expect too much from the real deal!”
This unexpected twist to a traditional Chinese New Year performance has certainly entertained many, proving that sometimes, it’s the little things that bring the most joy.
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Watch the video here:
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♬ Lion Dance – Funny Tok
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