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Mumbai Police Adds Desi Swag To Indonesian ‘Aura Farming' Trend
Last Updated: The term 'aura farming' has instantly become a social media buzzword, referring to the practice of exuding effortless calm and developing one's charisma or 'aura.' An Indonesian kid shaking his legs on the front of a boat has gone viral, sparking an international trend known as 'aura farming.' The viral moment has been re-created by prominent athletes and several admirers worldwide. The trend is being shared on different social media platforms. The latest one to join the bandwagon is our very own Mumbai Police, who tried the cool steps from the trend, leaving the internet impressed. In a video shared on Instagram, five Mumbai Police officers, dressed in their uniform, are seen performing the viral boat dance step on the seaside platform at the popular Marine Drive. The clip instantly grabbed the attention of the viewers, generating mixed reactions. While many called out the officials for making reels during their working hours, others came out in support. An Instagram user wrote, 'Let them live, they are human too." Another one wrote, 'Acha laga police bhaiyo ko enjoy karthey huye. Unki bhi life hothi haina (It was nice to see the Police Officers enjoying. They also have a life, right?)." One of them shared, 'There must be a shortage of money. Why doesn't the government take action on this?" 'I really request that the Supreme Court suspend all the officers in this video who were on duty. Please, if you don't, then no one will trust in law and order," a comment reads. Another one reads, 'Oh okay, this is so awesome, ultimate one." What's Aura Framing? The term 'aura farming' has instantly become a social media buzzword, referring to the practice of exuding effortless calm and developing one's personal charisma or 'aura'. A viral video of Rayyan Arkan Dikha, an 11-year-old student from Kuantan Singingi Regency in Indonesia, caught the attention of viewers. top videos View All Dikha, dressed in traditional Teluk Belanga costume and a Malay Riau headcloth, is seen balancing bravely on the tip of a long canoe-like racing boat known as Jalur while doing his now-iconic performance. Not just the Mumbai Police, the Republic of Singapore Navy also joined the viral trend by performing Rayyan's signature moves aboard its MSRV Protector. About the Author Buzz Staff News18's viral page features trending stories, videos, and memes, covering quirky incidents, social media buzz from india and around the world, Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published:
Mint
15-07-2025
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Who is Rayyan Arkan Dhika? The 11-year-old impresses the internet with his boat racing dance
An 11-year-old boy from Indonesia has become an overnight sensation after a clip of his effortless dance moves went viral. The clip, featuring the boy performing on the tip of a racing boat, has taken the social media by storm. Rayyan Arkan Dikha, a Class 5 student from Kuantan Singingi Regency in Riau Province, has captured the hearts of millions and is now being hailed as the 'ultimate aura farmer.' The video that sparked his fame wasn't just a random moment of fun - it was part of a long-standing cultural tradition. Rayyan was filmed last August during the annual Pacu Jalur boat race, a popular and deeply rooted event in Indonesia that resembles Kerala's Vallam Kali. During this race, each canoe-like boat features a young dancer, known as 'Tukang Tari', standing at the front. Their role is more than ceremonial. They energise the rowers with rhythmic movements, balance and flair. Rayyan, dressed in a traditional Teluk Belanga outfit, complete with a Malay Riau headcloth and stylish sunglasses, performed with infectious confidence. The video, initially shared on TikTok in January, quickly went viral. Rayyan, who has been performing as a Tukang Tari since the age of 9, soon became a global internet favourite. The term 'aura farming' is now being widely used to describe people with a cool, confident presence, while Rayyan has come to embody it. His moves were soon mimicked by celebrities, including NFL star Travis Kelce and American footballer Diego Luna, who recreated Rayyan's dance during a celebration. Rayyan's viral fame also caught the attention of Indonesian authorities. Culture Minister Fadli Zon acknowledged the skill required to balance and dance on a narrow boat tip. The governor of Riau went a step further, naming Rayyan a tourism ambassador for the province. 'He's inspiring local kids to embrace and preserve their traditions,' the governor said. Speaking to BBC Indonesia, Rayyan shared, 'Wow, I'm so happy. I never imagined I'd meet the governor.' On his now-famous performance, he added, 'I came up with the dance myself. It was just spontaneous.' From a village tradition to a global stage, Rayyan Arkan Dikha's aura has certainly travelled far. Who is Rayyan Arkan Dhika? Rayyan Arkan Dhika is an 11-year-old boy from Indonesia who went viral for dancing on the tip of a racing boat during a traditional festival. What is 'Aura Farming'? 'Aura farming' is a slang term used online to describe someone who appears effortlessly cool, confident, and charismatic. How did Rayyan's dance go viral? A video of Rayyan dancing during the Pacu Jalur boat race was posted on TikTok and quickly spread across social media, attracting attention from global celebrities and fans.
India Today
15-07-2025
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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
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15-07-2025
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Who Is Rayyan Arkan Dikha? 11-Year-Old Indonesian Boy Whose Boat Dance Went Viral
Last Updated: Rayyan Arkan Dikha has taken social media by storm with his swift and swagger-filled dance moves while he stood on the tip of a long, speeding boat. An 11-year-old Indonesian boy is the new internet sensation. Named Rayyan Arkan Dikha, he has taken social media by storm with his swift and swagger-filled dance moves while he stood on the tip of a long, speeding boat. He has now become the face of 'aura farming'. Rayyan's dance got so popular that even celebrities couldn't stop themselves from imitating it. If you want to know more about the viral Indonesian boy and aura farming, keep on reading. What Does 'Aura Farming' Mean? It is an internet slang term to describe someone who looks cool and confident all the time, or to build one's aura. Popularised last year, the term is used to describe Anime characters as well as celebrities like Timothee Chalamet. According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the slang word 'aura' is used to describe 'stylishness; confident and suave excellence." It further said, 'In sports and entertainment, an athlete or performer is said to have an aura when displaying exceptional talent, charisma, or other inspirational qualities. On social media, one is said to gain or lose (metaphorical) aura points when doing something impressive or embarrassing, respectively." Who Is The Viral Indonesian Boy? Rayyan Arkan Dikha, the 11-year-old Indonesian boy, is a class 5 student from a village in Kuantan Singingi Regency in Riau Province. As reported by the BBC, he was dressed in a traditional outfit known as a Teluk Belanga with a Malay Riau headcloth and stylish sunglasses. As seen in a video, he confidently stood in front of a boat rowed by a bunch of men, blew kisses to people and broke into smooth dance moves while balancing on the narrow tip of the boat. The clip, which has captured millions of hearts around the world, is from last August, from the national Pacu Jalur boat race. Rayyan was not dancing just for fun; it was a part of their centuries-old tradition. Every year in Indonesia, a boat race called Pacu Jalur, like Vallam Kali in India. The boats are long and shaped like canoes, and each one has a young dancer called a Tukang Tari in the front, like Rayyan. This dancer helps motivate the rowers with his performance. The original video was shared on TikTok in January this year. Rayyan, who has been a Tukang Tari since he was nine, has been dubbed the 'ultimate aura farmer" on social media. His moves have been copied by popular celebrities like the NFL star Travis Kelce. Meanwhile, American soccer player Diego Luna celebrated his team's victory over Guatemala by imitating Rayyan's dance moves. Even the French football club Paris Saint-Germain shared a clip on TikTok, with the caption, 'His aura made it all the way to Paris." Rayyan's popularity grew so much that the Indonesian government took note of it. Indonesia's Minister of Culture, Fadli Zon, spoke about him at an event and said, 'Dancing at the tip of the boat is not easy. Maintaining balance as a dancer who motivates the Pacu Jalur rowing team is truly not simple. Perhaps that's why children are chosen instead of adults – because it's easier for them to keep balance." The governor of Riau even named the 11-year-old a tourism ambassador for the province, sharing that he had been 'inspiring local kids to embrace and preserve their traditions". He was also awarded a scholarship of 20 million rupiah (approx. Rs 1.06 lakh). He told BBC Indonesia, 'Wow, I'm so happy. I never imagined I'd meet the governor." Speaking about his now-viral dance, he mentioned, 'I came up with the dance myself. It was just spontaneous." view comments First Published: July 15, 2025, 09:59 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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14-07-2025
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Indonesian boy's ‘aura farming' dance on boat takes internet by storm: Who is he?
Rayyan Arkan Dikha, an 11-year-old boy, has gone viral for his dance moves on the front of a boat. His videos have amassed millions of views and have popularised the term 'aura farming'. The boy has now been declared a 'tourism ambassador' of Riau, the province where he lives read more Rayyan Arkan Dikha has gone viral for his dance moves. Image Courtesy: TikTok/Lensa Rams A boy in Indonesia has gone viral for dancing on the tip of a long racing boat. The 11-year-old has become an internet sensation and popularised the phrase 'aura farming'. The boy's moves have been imitated by famous sporting stars such as American Football player Travis Kelce and F1 driver Alex Albon. As the kid grabs eyeballs for his cool dance steps, who is he and what is aura farming? We will explain. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD What does 'aura farming' mean? 'Aura farming' is used to describe anime characters and various celebrities, including Hollywood star Timothée Chalamet. Popularised last year, the term refers to the act of consistently looking cool to build one's 'aura.' The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines the slang aura as 'stylishness; confident and suave excellence'. A sportsperson or performer is said to have aura when they exhibit 'exceptional talent, charisma, or other inspirational qualities'. 'On social media, one is said to gain or lose (metaphorical) aura points when doing something impressive or embarrassing, respectively,' it said. Indonesia boy's 'aura farming' dance viral Rayyan Arkan Dikha is making waves globally for his dance, full of swag, on the front of a boat. Dressed in all traditional black and wearing sunglasses, the viral video of the boy shows him blowing kisses to his left and right before he breaks into dance. The boy, who hails from a village in Kuantan Singingi Regency in Indonesia's Riau province, was donning a traditional outfit known as a Teluk Belanga with a Malay Riau headcloth, as per a BBC report. The clip that has gone viral is from the national Pacu Jalur boat race last August. The centuries-old annual festival features canoe-like boats in the competition. Dikha is the Tukang Tari, who dances on the tip of the boat to energise the rowers, as per The New York Times (NYT) report. Each boat has its own Tukang Tari. The original video of the young boy was first posted to TikTok in January by a user named Lensa Rams. Dikha, who has been participating in the boat race since he was nine, has been dubbed 'the ultimate aura farmer' on social media. 🔥🚨BREAKING: This young man named Dika has taken over the Internet on all platforms for 'legendary aura farming' he can be seen dancing on the front of boat races in Indonesia to boost moral. The viral kid stealing hearts at Pacu Jalur, His dance isn't just moves, it's pure… — Dom Lucre | Breaker of Narratives (@dom_lucre) July 7, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Videos have gone viral with hashtags like 'aura farming kid on boat" and 'boat race kid aura', garnering millions of views on TikTok since late June. 'He's known as 'the reaper' because he never loses,' a top-liked comment on a clip that has over one million likes read. 'Bro taking out opps[opponents] while aura farming is crazy,' wrote another. Athletes, sports teams copy Dikha's moves Several social media users, including popular athletes, have been copying his moves and posting videos online. Travis Kelce, US football player and boyfriend of pop singer Taylor Swift, compared his own moves to Dikha's in a video which has amassed over 13 million (1.3 crore) views. American soccer player Diego Luna celebrated the US men's national soccer team's victory over Guatemala recently by imitating Dikha's moves. On July 1, the French football club Paris Saint-Germain posted a TikTok clip trying the boat racing dance, with the caption: 'His aura made it all the way to Paris.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Dikha becomes tourism ambassador The global popularity that the boy has garnered has caught the attention of the Indonesian government. 'Dancing at the tip of the boat is not easy,' Indonesia's minister of culture Fadli Zon told reporters at an event to fete Dikha last week. 'Maintaining balance as a dancer who motivates the Pacu Jalur rowing team is truly not simple. Perhaps that's why children are chosen instead of adults - because it's easier for them to keep balance.' The governor of Riau has named Dika as a tourism ambassador for the province, citing that he had been 'inspiring local kids to embrace and preserve their traditions'. The boy has been awarded a scholarship of 20 million rupiah (around Rs 1.06 lakh) for his education. Dikha also performed a rendition of his dance with Governor Abdul Wahid and other officials. 'Wow, I'm so happy,' Dikha said in Indonesian about the scholarship. 'I never imagined I'd meet the governor.' Speaking to BBC Indonesia, he said the moves came to him out of the blue. 'I came up with the dance myself,' he said, adding: 'It was just spontaneous.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD All eyes will be on Dikha, who will perform in the boat race next month, with the local government confirming his participation. With inputs from agencies
