Nine-year-old John Philip Bughaw, or more affectionately known as Balang, the boy who set social media on fire with his viral dancing videos will make his British TV debut as guest on Little Big Shots UK at 8 p.m. on DIVA today.
The UK version of the hit family variety franchise is hosted by award winning actress and comedienne Dawn French, best known for her role in the hit U.K. comedy French and Saunders.
Little Big Shots trains the spotlight on some of the world’s most talented children. With no prizes at stake, no winners or losers and no competition, the show is simply a showcase for three- to 13-year-olds to take to the stage and show that you don’t have to be a grown-up to be a star performer.
The centerpiece of the series is an enormous revolving stage. On one side is a sofa for French and the pint size prodigies to get to know each other; and on the other is the all-important performance space, which is as versatile as the variety of talent on offer.
Each episode will unveil aspiring young acts from the UK and around the world, with talents that range from black belt karate champions to classical music masters and miniature chefs. There are tiny dancers, young soul sensations, audacious scooter stunt kids and spelling bee specialists who are only just out of nursery.
Prepare to be amazed, astounded and awe-inspired as these wonderful Little Big Shots take to the stage and reveal their extraordinary talent and skills.
Joining Balang on the first episode of the brand new series are: Ballroom and Latin dancing sensations Joshua and Kerry, 9, from Ireland; gifted pianist Leo, 8, from Manchester; football fanatic Braydon, 7, from Warrington; the phenomenally talented jazz singer Angelina, 10, from Norway, and Kung-Fu warrior Junayde, 7 from London.
Brimming with charm, fun, enthusiasm, and with skills that would put plenty of adults in the shade, the Little Big Shots may be small in stature, but are guaranteed to be a tornado of talent.
DIVA is seen on Sky Cable Ch. 37,Destiny Cable Ch.40 Cignal Ch.125, and Cablelink Ch. 32 cable operators nationwide