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Humanoid robots dance in formation during a Lunar New Year tech temple fair in Beijing, Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026

Video. Humanoid robots dance into Beijing’s Lunar New Year celebrations

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Robots dance at a Beijing mall’s Lunar New Year show, dazzling visitors with smoother, human-like moves that highlight China’s tech-driven celebrations.

At a busy mall in western Beijing, three humanoid robots are dancing their way into the Lunar New Year.

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Among lion dances and pop hits, the robots move with uncanny precision. One even lies down for a quick 'rest' before springing back to life, a small moment that gets big laughs.

Attendees say the improvement is striking: last year, these machines could only shuffle awkwardly; now their movements are smooth and almost human. Visitors see them as more than entertainment.

Some hope robots will help in fields like elderly care. For now, though, the trio’s show captures the spirit of a festival that blends tradition with technology.

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