Aligned in disciplined rows, they take their respective positions to form the number 2026.

They catch the rhythm to the music and showcase natural dance moves.

This was the scene at the Guinness World Record attempt for a group dance of humanoid robots, held on the afternoon of the 24th at the Yellow River International Convention Center in Shandong Province, China.

[Guinness World Record Attempt for Humanoid Robot Group Dance (Afternoon of the 24th): Attempting the Guinness record for the largest group dance by humanoid robots, a final total of 110 units danced. They succeeded in breaking the Guinness record.]

The humanoid robot Expedition A3, manufactured by Chinese robotics company Agibot, broke the Guinness record.

While many Chinese humanoid robots have previously performed group dances, this is the first time that mass-produced robots, rather than custom-made ones for performances, have set a Guinness record through a group dance.

Agibot explained that its robots stand 175 centimeters tall, similar to humans, and can navigate autonomously through self-judgment, while patrolling designated areas and performing guidance tasks under central control.

These robots have already been deployed on a pilot basis for guidance and service support at certain exhibition sites and subway stations, and the company plans to fully expand field deployments starting at the end of this year.

In China, humanoid robots are already being test-operated across various sectors, ranging from pharmaceutical sorting and parcel delivery to performance demonstrations.

So-called emotional humanoid robots, featuring facial appearances, hairstyles, and even skin resembling humans, have also emerged.

These robots, which interact and converse with people at home while sharing some household chores, are known to have already sold over 10,000 units.

However, with over 140 robotics companies in China having already launched some 400 models, concerns over overproduction are also arising.

In particular, as practical application fields for humanoid robots remain limited outside of testing and research, forecasts suggest that it will take a considerable amount of time for a viable market to form.

(Reported by Han Sang-woo | Video edited by Lee Seung-jin | Produced by SBS Digital News)