Robots Reach AGT Finale
Chinese Street Dancer and Humanoid Robots Reach America's Got Talent Finale
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The performance received striking reactions from the judges: one said, “I’ve never seen anything this crazy in my life,” while another called it “absolutely overwhelming” and admitted it was “a bit scary” before pressing the pass button.
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Wu Yufei said the months of rehearsals created “a kind of team spirit” between him and the robots, beyond simply making the machines appear more humanlike.
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Robot dancing became a major craze in China after Unitree robots appeared at the country’s annual Spring Festival gala, prompting businesses and event organizers to hire humanoid robots to attract visitors.
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Zeroth founder and CEO Guo Renjie said high-skill performances serve as a way to demonstrate robots’ “design, capabilities and reliability,” while a Morgan Stanley forecast cited in the report valued China’s humanoid-robot market at $2 billion in 2026.
Chinese street dancer Wu Yufei and his humanoid robot crew, called Homies, have advanced to the finale of America's Got Talent with a kung fu-inspired performance that left judges stunned. Moneycontrol reported that one judge said, "I've never seen anything this crazy in my life," while another called the act "absolutely overwhelming" and admitted it was "a bit scary" before pressing the pass button.
Wu, a 27-year-old with 13 years of dance experience, said months of rehearsals created "a kind of team spirit" between him and the robots TechXplore reported. The performance reflects growing interest in humanoid robots as entertainment in China, though the industry is still searching for uses beyond shows and events.
How Wu Yufei Trains Robots Like Dance Partners
Creating a robot dance routine requires far more than pressing a button. TechXplore explained that Wu's team records human movements, runs computer simulations, and provides extensive engineering support. The choreography must account for the robots' limited flexibility and inability to adapt quickly when something unexpected happens.
Wu said the months of training transformed how he sees the machines. Instead of treating them as "cold, lifeless machines," he developed genuine teamwork with them Moneycontrol reported. This shift in perspective helped the act feel authentic to both performers and audiences.
China's Robot Dancing Craze Takes Off
Robot dancing became a major phenomenon in China after Unitree robots appeared at the country's annual Spring Festival gala Moneycontrol reported. Businesses and event organizers immediately began hiring humanoid robots to attract visitors and boost attendance at venues.
The craze has extended far beyond festivals. Zeroth founder and CEO Guo Renjie said high-skill robot performances demonstrate the machines' "design, capabilities and reliability." Moneycontrol cited Morgan Stanley forecasts that valued China's humanoid-robot market at $2 billion in 2026, signaling massive commercial potential.
What Makes Humanoid Robots Right for Entertainment
Humanoid robots offer something no human performer can deliver: perfect synchronization, tireless energy, and the wow factor of advanced technology. The robots move with mechanical precision that looks otherworldly on stage TechXplore reported. Audiences find the combination of human creativity and machine execution deeply compelling.
However, the industry still needs to find sustainable uses beyond entertainment. While performances like Wu's grab headlines and generate buzz, companies are working to develop robots for manufacturing, logistics, and everyday tasks Moneycontrol noted. The AGT final could accelerate interest in practical applications.
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