Video: China’s humanoid robots steal the show at Chengdu concert

At a recent concert in Chengdu, Chinese American singer-songwriter Wang Leehom was joined on stage by six humanoid robots supplied by Hangzhou-based Unitree Robotics. Dressed in silver sequined outfits, the robots performed a highly synchronized dance routine during the song "Open Fire," featuring coordinated arm and leg movements, turns, jumps, and culminating in simultaneous Webster flips. The performance drew significant attention both in China and internationally, including praise from Elon Musk, who called it impressive and noted how robots in China are increasingly integrated into entertainment. The event sparked widespread discussion on Chinese social media, with many users admiring the robots' polished, human-like movements and viewing the show as evidence of rapid advancements in China's robotics industry. Observers highlighted the swift evolution of humanoid robot capabilities, contrasting this performance with earlier, simpler robot acts such as spinning handkerchiefs during the Spring Festival Gala. Wang Leehom himself acknowledged the unique collaboration between live music and robotic technology as a notable moment in his