What Happened to Bikoon in BGT 2024?
Bikoon is well known for their magic bag performance, and they reached the semi-finals of BGT 2024.
| Hide | Shiro | |
| Age (at audition) | – | 47 Years |
| Home Town | Japan | Japan |
| Act | Magic Bag Act | Magic Bag Act |
| Season | 17 | 17 |
| Position Reached | Eliminated from the semi-finals | Eliminated from the semi-finals |
On the 7th episode of BGT 2024 (Season 17), Bikoon duo from Japan auditioned. They did a magic bag performance. Bikoon impressed the judges and audience with their act. With four yeses from the judges, their performance was a hit and they advanced to the next stage of BGT 2024. Unfortunately, their journey ended prematurely when they were eliminated during the semi-finals.
Background
Bikoon is a comedy duo from Japan. The person inside the magic bag was Shiro; they have participated in many shows, including Asia’s Got Talent. Shiro acted in the Yoshimoto Shinkigeki Eiga Shotengai Senso Suchico (2017) movie. He also participated in Got Talent España and France Got Talent 2022.
Bikoon’s Biography
Bikoon comedy duo is from Japan.
| Real Name | Hide | Shiro Maeda |
| Age | – | 47 Years |
| Birthday | – | December 3, 1977 |
| Birthplace | Japan | Japan |
| Height | – | 144cm |
| Nationality | Japanese | Japanese |
| Profession | Comedian | Comedian |
Family & Relationships
Hide has a very happy family. Shiro’s family or relationship details are not yet published.
What happened in Britain’s Got Talent?
Audition
Bikoon Hide stepped onto the stage, introduced himself to the judges, and made it known that he hailed from Japan. Initially, he forgot to bring his magic bag, but then he went and brought the lively green magic bag. Following the instructions, the bag hopped around and playfully skipped alongside him.
I have no idea what I’m saying yes to
Simon Cowell
Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli gave a standing ovation to their performance. Alesha Dixon commented, “I loved it.” Amanda Holden stated, “It was absolutely bonkers,” and Simon Cowell commented, “It was stupid, but you are funny.” With four yeses from the judge’s panel, Bikoon! is moving on to the next level in BGT 2024.
Semi-finals
The Bikoon Hide entered the stage like in the auditions, this time also Hide forgot to bring the magic bag, and then the magic bag entered the stage. They performed various tricks, like jumping hurdles and hopping, but the magic bag kept failing to execute the ring-passing trick. Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, and Bruno Tonioli hit the red buzzers.
I’m really upset. I think the bag should have remained a mystery.
Simon Cowell
Finally, they revealed the person inside the bag. At that moment, Simon Cowell was disappointed; he didn’t expect it. And he mentioned, “I’m really upset. I think the bag should have remained a mystery.”
Social Media
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Shiro
Conclusion
Bikoon, from Japan, impressed the judges with their magic bag performance on the 7th episode of BGT 2024. The Bikoon duo received four yeses, advancing to the next level of Britain’s Got Talent season 17.
