BGT's racy act who left judges open-mouthed is already a huge star
One Britain's Got Talent contestant is set to shock viewers on Saturday night
A contestant on Britain's Got Talent is already a hit in Japan, having racked up millions of YouTube views for his audacious clips.
Comedian Akira Ohashi, 44, is poised to astonish ITV audiences this weekend; with a preview released on Friday hinting at his risqué act.
Known as Akira, he will perform using only a tray to cover himself, completing a set of stunts. In the snippet of the upcoming first episode, he informs judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, and Bruno Tonioli of his intention to unveil the Blackpool Tower, then flips the tray to reveal an image of the famed structure.
Subsequently, he fastens a toy car to a ball shielding his nether regions, navigating cautiously without revealing too much. Ant McPartlin, observing from offstage, comments, "He was so close!"
Simon Cowell was left stunned by the act (Image: (Image: ITV))
Despite Akira's battle for the coveted BGT crown, which promises the victor £250,000 and the chance to perform at the Royal Variety Performance, he has an established online fanbase.
His YouTube channel, showcasing a plethora of his daring acts, boasts more than 20,000 followers. One particular video, uploaded six years ago and dubbed "fun, naked entertainment," has approached a million views and attracted over 700 comments, reports the Express.
The act is already famous in Japan (Image: (Image: ITV))
His subscribers are clearly enthusiastic, with one remarking: "You are awesome! This is really funny and really simple and great!" Another shared their delight, posting: "I needed this level of happiness in my life!"
Meanwhile, a different fan commented on his boldness, joking: "The confidence in him when he turns his hips sideways."
Akira, known for his unique naked tray act over the past decade, has previously addressed his critics in a 2019 interview with The Japan Times. He acknowledged them, saying: "I'm aware there's criticism, and that's fine."
Akira previously received backlash for his act
He added: "Some people see this naked guy on stage and feel it's inappropriate, which I completely understand."
However, he pointed out: "Those who watch the whole act, however, realise there's nothing dirty about it."
He concluded by describing his performance as "just a middle-aged guy with a tray, a bow tie and no other clothes."
Britain's Got Talent airs Saturdays 7pm on ITV1.
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