Viral Chinese Animated Movie 'Niu Lai'-Inspired 60 Cm Robot Draws Crowds at World Robot Conference 2026 in Beijing (Watch Video)
A 60cm humanoid robot inspired by the viral Chinese animated film Niu Lai has appeared at the World Robot Conference in Beijing. Created by Shanghai-based Figurobot, the robot uses a 3D-printed baby cow head. Its popularity has boosted confidence ahead of the company’s planned global humanoid platform launch in September or October.
A robot inspired by the viral Chinese animated film Niu Lai has appeared at the World Robot Conference in Beijing. Shanghai-based Figurobot created the 60-centimetre humanoid by attaching a 3D-printed and painted baby cow head to one of its machines. The low-budget film, also known as The Bull Comes, initially struggled at the box office but gained massive online attention for its crude animation. The resulting meme popularity turned it into a surprise commercial success. The robotic version drew crowds of visitors and media at the event. Figurobot said the strong response has increased confidence ahead of a planned global launch of its humanoid platform in September or October. The appearance highlights how Chinese robotics firms are tapping into cultural trends. ‘Niu Lai’ Singapore Screening: Viral Chinese Animation Film’s Southeast Asia Premiere on THIS Date.
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A Niu Lai robot showed up at the World Robot Conference in Beijing. pic.twitter.com/cvI4Ne071S
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