Beyond The Obvious (Sergei Polunin, ballet dancer & Tanit Koch, journalist) | DLD 19

[@sarahpyne2641]

Wow. Whether I agree with Serge or not, I absolutely do not agree with this woman’s judgmental interviewing style at all

[@52253825]

Agreed. That woman does not speak for me. Sergei was beautifully spoken and I understood his intentions perfectly. It is also clear to me that this woman tows the CNN talking points and has no clue that she might have her accusations about Putin and Syria and foreign policy in general, absolutely wrong. I commend Sergei for having the self-restraint to simply state that maybe she will change her mind in 3 to 4 years. There is a lot going on right now and it is clear that only one of the two on that stage understand that. Her interviewing style was abysmal. If not for wanting to see what Sergei had to say, I would NEVER give her a moment of my time.

[@labotraduc8448]

@José Hoppenstedt Thank you for all the info! This is so sickening, this woman is so arrogant it is sickening. What I love about Sergeï Polunin is his very undisturbed stance, the way he just expresses his views with confidence. He is right, the world isn't just the West. The important thing is to act according to one's believes. I respect him even more after listening to this interview.

[@juliap172]

He is an angel in man’s body.

[@jeffreyanderson1851]

The interviewer was not half as judgmental as Sergei himself. Are you familiar with his hateful homophobic views? How would you feel about someone with a Hitler tattoo? Would you judge him as a Neo Nazi or merely provocatively naive? Or self destructive?

[@ohwellwhateverr]

@@jeffreyanderson1851 I don’t see any hate in Sergei. The so-called “homophobic” posts were nothing of the sort. He only said what the vast majority of people know to be true; that men and women are different and ballet should celebrate that instead of seeking androgyny or pushing men to be feminine or women to be masculine. And while I am no fan of Putin since he clearly is anti-democratic, to equate him to Hitler is just plain ignorant and insulting. Hitler bares responsibility for millions of deaths. Putin is ruthless but not anywhere near to that scale of depravity. You are exactly what is wrong with the West right now.

[@janemiller7568]

as he said , he knows how the press change things, she is a good example of the trash press ,IMO

[@pritikaadhikari5758]

The way this woman is misinterpreting what Sergio is saying is infuriating. But he is not being provoked by her attitude at all and answers so calmly. God I love him .

[@juliap172]

We see how graceful he is. Such adorable man.

[@kateto07]

She does NOT get it!

[@loudloveen]

Her questions weren't just too personal. They were blatantly invasive. I couldn't watch the whole video.

[@9tuttifrutti]

This woman is horrible, horrible, blunted and sheepish. And he is pure beauty.

[@bettina4374]

9tuttifrutti 😂you are right! I absolutely don’t see Putin like he does, just the opposite but I must agree with you

[@bettina4374]

Normally when people say something that is the opposite of how you feel, it is often very upsetting but for some weird reason, I don’t get upset when he speaks, even though I disagree on Putin. I also think he likes to cause a stir and upset people from time to time. He is always looking for a challenge in life. If he pulls the rug out from under him and makes things difficult for himself from time to time, he creates a challenge, like something exciting that he has to solve and that makes his life interesting. It also makes him fearless, which I admire. If you are always afraid to fail bc you might do or say the wrong thing , you can’t grow into a more mature person.

[@smalas7863]

She is the one who shows that " I am going to bully you because I have a different opinion" .. she is a perfect example of the existing problem in society, not him...He just stands for what he thinks is right, which is called freedom of speech

[@nadine8231]

I feel so ashamed for Tanit Koch. It seems her only intention is to make him look stupid to lift herself up. Unfortunately, she achieves quite the opposite. I admire Sergei for having the strength to remain calm and having the courage to stick to his inner wisdom.

[@jimbo91262]

The calmness and professionalism Mr. Polunin shows speaks volumes of his great heart and integrity. The P.O.S. interviewer girl needs to never interview another person butt herself.

[@olgam3609]

Terrible interviewing skills, who cares about her opinion! We will decided ourselves whether to agree with Sergei or not, no need to voice it for us. He spoke honestly, respect for that. I do not agree with him, but I like how he stands by his values.

[@JillianWest_Tarot]

“Do you think your career is over?” Years later obviously not. He handled this beautifully.

[@joymavis5295]

Truly enjoyed reading comments, seems people nowadays are not as easily manipulated by badass journalists as few years ago even. Sergei is a very...interesting human being, not sure how best shall I put it. He has own path, that's for sure and he truly listens only to the voices in HIS head, for better or for worse - no one knows what the future holds. He might turn out to be a prophet and psychic or he might be very disappointed with his today's view of the world, still my respect for being brave to go against the main current. Everyone wants to be liked, by cost of lying and pretending. He wants to stay true to himself. Hats off to him.

[@YouAreMySunshine2]

Bravo! Great and true comment.

[@katharinas2590]

Yes!

[@ohwellwhateverr]

Smart comment.

[@shadypenguinX]

I like his views. I don’t agree with everything he says but I like that he is true to them.

[@gaborsziraky243]

Such an unprofessional pushy reporter. She already had her own agenda, ideas and answers for her questions;whatever Polunin respond was.

[@katharinas2590]

After many years, ballet critics will still write about this brilliant boy. Once upon a time... But it's lucky that we now live with him at the same time and can see how he dances too.

[@bettina4374]

He tries so patiently to explain to her that women and men are not the same and of course that their energy is different on stage, anyone who has ever experienced a performance knows what he means. She tries to put him down for that. Let me just mention, the lady doesn’t seem to know that he has a lot of experience on stage and in choreography school compared to her. If she shuts her mouth and listens she could learn a thing or two!!! I don’t even want to mention her crazy swan 🦢 analogy. That’s beyond! I don’t agree with his view of Putin but I like that he has an opinion and sticks to it even if it is not popular in the West. He is so polite and patient, doesn’t get defensive with the interviewer, although I couldn’t blame him if he did! Well done Sergei! A+++ from me!

[@LG-lb8qg]

Polunin manages to be calm and respectful despite the obvious intent of the journalist to provoke him. His charm and his exquisite education are truly admirable! Little funny note, imagine the expression of the hetero and sexually active female world population, to the insinuation that Polunin may have problems in the bedroom because of his tattoo: I mean, did she see the photos of him naked? Good lord, if he had Hello Kitty tattooed on his forehead, maybe after sixty years of marriage and twelve children, you would begin to notice it. Maybe!

[@Leticia-tm7kr]

"if he had Hello Kitty tattooed on his forehead, maybe after sixty years of marriage and twelve children, you would begin to notice it" the best thing a read this year hahahh'

[@bettina4374]

L. Gray 😂🤣👍👍

[@karinh6627]

You nailed it! 👍🏻👍🏻🤣🤣👏🏻👏🏻

[@marisabellorini2747]

Leggo solo oggi il commento e lo trovo strepitoso: concordo in pieno! Hello Kitty: 😂😂😂

[@qweenofSab]

Bravo for Polunijin, for his integrity and his incredibly talent... And feel sorry He has to comunicate with this mediocriteria woman...

[@ЗоранаМатићевић]

He is great and he is using his power to send a message. The massage is - freedom to say, to think, to act....he is an amazing young man. She, unfortunately forgets it is a honour to have an opportunity to be at same place with this man and to talk with him... he is spiritual as well... wish him all the best!

[@bazaamo]

What a horrid woman. What an elegant man. Much respect, Sergei 👊🏼

[@kljmaq]

She's the worst, trashiest kind of interviewer. He's remarkably graceful and polite, in the face of such pathetic provocation.

[@sassafrasstree7449]

kljmaq .....I agree. Sergei is the more insightful and gracious. I think he see things this way. He knows what he is about.

[@interestingvideos4me]

man...i can't watch to the end. this is a cringeworthy interview...the woman is an absolute bully...i guess she forgot her role. really embarrassing

[@YouAreMySunshine2]

If you didn't watch to the end you missed her very rude and inappropriate question about sex.

[@iwnunn7999]

He looks especially good here.

[@jimh4411]

I agreed with him totally! He spoke truthfully.

[@anaqueiroz652]

It isn't an interview, it's a police inquire!

[@aquablushgirl]

right? Feels very aggressive. I just want to hear about him dancing....

[@dsanchezbrett]

even the way she is in her chair is aggresive

[@lynnhubbard844]

@@dsanchezbrett she is extremely fortunate that he remained sitting to acknowledge her

[@korefaust1409]

The more I watch, the more I feel sick due to people like her.

[@ralphvandereb66]

he is a great man, the lady interviewing is nothing more than a program, she is fed by media, knows nothing really and simply doesnt understand the real world which he represents so truthfully and beautifully.

[@nelidaferraz6497]

What an outrageous journalist. People like her will never get near Polunin ‘ s heart and artistic soul! Blessed who can aproach his thoughts. One must try and the world would be bettter.

[@lennna8585]

She is such a horrible woman, she doesn't want to accept his way of thinking, she is attacking him instead of trying to understand him. I love his views, he is sooo brave and the most normal and intelligent and logical guy I ever seen. And he is so calm...no agressivness...while this lady...she is really soooooo unprofessional.

[@innasokolova736]

Лена, Вы просто очень любите Путина. И Вам было очень неприятно слушать это интервью. Ведь Вы понимаете, что все, что говорила ведущая, это не мнение одного человека. Это мнение всего цивилизованного мира. Так думает америка, европа, азия. Так думает австралия и гринландия. Сережа не любит Путина. Сережа хочет пробиться на Первый. А чтобы Эрнст дал добро, нужно всего лишь выбить на груди тату с Путиным

[@ninanijnik7586]

Уважаемая Инна!Это ваше личное мнение очень молодой девушки,не имеющей представления о жизни танцовщика

[@innasokolova736]

@@ninanijnik7586 нет, я не молодая. Под сорок мне. Дети, 17 лет брака, 2 высших музыкальных образования. Живу в 5ти часах езды от голливуда, в пригороде сан франциско. Общаюсь с танцорами/музыкантами. Знаю их кухню. Полунин стареет как танцор. Нужно или идти преподавать за копейки или в кино. Голливуд не принял. Снялса в паре фильмов, где почти не говорил. Говорю же, остается только Эрнст!!! Епрст....))))

[@hbanks558]

You should see what he is posting on Instagram now.

[@ninanijnik7586]

Inna Sokolova А я живу в Милане.Полунин звезда Ла Скала! И совсем он не стареет. Он в прекрасной форме.И еще долго будет радовать нас своим искусством на многих сценах мира!Голливуд только уничтожает европейских звезд!Им это выгодно!Я киновед по-образованию.Преподаю в школе искусств

[@bettina4374]

Tragic, but expectable that they accuse him of being homophobic. Everyone has to be put in a box by the media. It isn’t acceptable that someone can have more complex views. It has to be black or white. But what’s really funny is that he says he doesn’t like to watch classical ballets because often times, the male energy is missing. Sergei is right , in that , I think and that’s exactly why some man don’t want to watch ballet either bc they can’t feel a male presence on stage, even if a man is performing. And then they say men can’t do ballet. I felt that Tybalt, in Verona recently had a lot of stage presence or male energy. He had to be next to Sergei and still show male strength. I don’t know why some men have it and some don’t. It doesn’t have anything to do with wether they are gay or straight, obviously. He says women care about children. She immediately says , ‘this means, men don’t.’ That’s not what he said. He can’t get it right no matter what his answer is. I admire him for not letting himself be pulled into an argument. He looks totally calm. Good for him! Well done!

[@elizabethbell8617]

Sergei is a wonderful artist but I love that he stands by what he thinks. Too few people dare to think freely.

[@marisabellorini2747]

Sono d' accordo completamente! Lo ammiro tantissimo soprattutto per questo💙

[@theodorachau]

Congratulation to Munich, a city of inclusiveness and open-mindless. Congratulations also for Bavarian State Opera and Bavarian State Ballet’s having Sergei Polunin, a genius artist with a different views. Bravo!

[@MarilovSeva]

Such a great words!

[@tommyvasdekis3371]

Unfortunately this is the majority of political journalists and journalism as a whole in western society,bcz make no mistake this was a political interview and certainly not about his art.What i see is a narrow minded middle aged woman trying to push her political views and ideas to a young talented man.

[@margaritatokareva5341]

It is more than ''political views'' when people die. Fortunatelly, not in your country!

[@52253825]

Tommy Vasdekis - you are on point. And to add to her accusatory and demeaning tone, she had the audacity to comment on herself not being fat and therefore not a candidate to "get slapped". Nothing like being such a self-absorbed interviewer you manage to work in your "awesome figure" into a random conversation.

[@teiyadyke6259]

I'm cringing. When interviewing someone, even if it's someone whose beliefs don't align with your own, there is tact and courtesy that should be maintained. Some may accuse it as putting on airs or not being authentic, but I believe there is a way to be honest while also being polite. Heck, it makes for a tasteful interview to have different viewpoints having a rapport with each other and could be intellectually stimulating for both speakers and the audience. This felt like Tanit was trying to skewer Sergei. I am shocked with Sergei's posts as of late and I definitely don't share the same beliefs he does, but he is his own person as I am my own. We both come from different backgrounds and ways of life. We pick and choose as we think is right and that's dependent on the person. What is right seems so black and white when we're young, but when we grow up, a lot of those things become gray (at least for me when it comes to how the West believes one thing and the East another). What I can say for a fact is that Sergei is a beautiful dancer, he has overcome many trials in his life, and that people at their core have good intentions. No good deed goes unpunished in this world. I admire him for being a hard worker by creating his own path beyond dancing onstage with his appearances in movies and music videos. His Art Up movement was very inspirational to unite humanity with art all over the world. Sergei is not perfect overall but who is? It will make me re-evaluate what kind of fan I am of his. However, I know I am a fan of the man whose story I got a glimpse of in the documentary, Dancer. He's someone who wants to inspire and be a light in a world full of demons of various sorts. Who those demons are is debatable, but I want to believe that they are all of our own creation. We should try to help each other minimize those demons rather than exacerbate them and continue making lives miserable. Yes, we need to be strong, but we should allow ourselves to be vulnerable as well. Vulnerability is not weakness. We need vulnerability so we can have open minds and hearts with each other so we can all improve and coexist peacefully together.

[@juliap172]

Beautifully saying.✋🏼

[@luzmariadiliberto1402]

Bravo bravo Sergei Polunin, congratulation.

[@Michele49]

Grace under fire… thumbs up for Polunin, integrity and courtesy. Admirable! By contrast, the interviewer may want to make an impact, but she fails because she is disrespectful.

[@ioanaiordache8825]

Now I like him even more. This lady created such a huge ugly contrast next to him. She put him in a very elegant light without wanting it.

[@ChristosAnesti33]

Sereja, stay strong! We're with you! I personally have so much respect and admiration for you! Lots of love from Moldova!!

[@katjusa9353]

This is terrible. The interviewer punts no effort into trying to understand what he is saying, she just tries to push her political views. And the sex question ... gods that was unprofessional. He was very gracious and nice and although I don't agree with everything he is saying I hope I will never support this type of brainwashed one-sided views of the world this woman is so blinded by.

[@helenstanley8087]

Completely agree-stupidity of this reporter is shocking.

[@theresag1969]

Her view, like she is an important dancer with a great body, a tolerant calm heart with something to say with what she does with her life. She is boring as hell!

[@YouAreMySunshine2]

The sex question was so inappropriate. Sergei made her look dumb by remaining calm and gentle in his response. Btw, I doubt Sergei is going to have any issues getting sex because of his Putin tattoo. this woman is the one who comes across as extreme and nuts.

[@abzoker8451]

With that sex question she just tried to be funny or kinda cool or smth) I like the way he answeres all this crap indeed )

[@changename1109]

He outclassed her. She's blunt and a product of recent period of humankind's bad journalism that cares only about - sensationalizing things for views which lowered the quality of a good thought and its' storytelling. .Even though I might not agree with him on everything - he's open to sharing an attitude without an agenda to lead or ruin the conversation - just to participate in it, with experiences and awareness he has at this moment.

[@serenashaw-q3y]

She can't accept the principle that people of talent are not the same as the rest of us. Thank God. She seems to want to turn him into a civil servant.

[@viniesaveriadou3983]

This woman is making me mad...her way of thinking is frustrating....she can not get Sergei's way of thinking...!!! Bravo Sergei for your calmness and your authenticity...🌈

[@anaqueiroz652]

Congratulations, Sergei for your courage!

[@Kummama]

What a horrible, terrible woman! What is she doing in the media??? She should not be allowed talking to people at all! Good God! Disgrace to the journalist world!!! She has this ' my way or the highway ' view of the World, can't be bothered at all to carry out research in order to make informed opinion about anything, but arrogantly trying to reinforce whatever she claims knowledge about. I am very much surprised that Sergei didn't walk out. I think this is a true testament of his humble character without which, he wouldn't be able to achieve what he has.

[@lusi9204]

That's just how journalism in Germany works.

[@alicerandall4450]

Sergei is an angel to put up with her💕💕💕💕

[@stefanpetre1297]

Since revealing Shiva from India, Serioja is so humble, quiet, self-reconciled, that it gives me the impression that he has started on a path of repentance, of transfiguration to a high spirituality. And the Indian salute at the end has overwhelmed me altogether ... And yet, there are many monasteries in Russia with a tradition of high spirituality with holy parents who have passed the threshold of holiness, so if Serioja wants to go to 30 years on a new road, can give to the Church in Russia, and dance to replace it with metania, with Christian-Orthodox prayers. Serioja is a ballet genius, but he remains an innocent child with blue eyes, and I think he is the only one who can give me justice in what I say through these words. Stepan

[@nicolejarel5953]

Sergei handled himself. You can really tell she was trying to get some entertainment out of him, but he made her look like the idiot.

[@dsanchezbrett]

This interview is just brutal. I admire even more Sergei Polunin for staying calm and give his honest oppinion. Maybe I don't agree everything about he says but he has the right to has an opinion. This way to interview someone is just embarrasing. Shame of her

[@macy.r8]

The interviewer is terrible. Interviewers should ask questions and listen, not provoke and challenge and push her own agendas. This is why media is so biased because they steer everything into a certain direction themselves as opposed to collecting one's view/perspective and leaving it untouched. And the sex question! Cringe. Wtf does that have to do with anything? I do not agree with some of Polunin's opinions, but I still think he was treated unfairly here, almost as if every question is a trap instead of just asked out of curiosity.

[@beatricetei]

Wow makes me like Sergei even more

[@todorka702]

This is his own opinion, this is his message. He is very honest and really wants to address issues in our society. I personally don't agree with his love forPutin, but he truly has some good points. Polunin is a great artist and person, very humble and genuine.

[@tozinks]

This journalist has no idea what is heppening in ukraine rusia and siria

[@jeanvocalist]

I don't know what happened to the world of journalism but somewhere along the line, things got twisted. It is not about the journalist's view not her or his opinions. It is about the guest. How can one journalist not appear biased or rude? I don't know.Maybe I am old but I do understand where Sergei is coming from...and I love him.

[@bettina4374]

Unbelievable, the interviewer, he is outstanding. Takes it in stride. He doesn’t let himself get pulled into an argument or become defensive at all. 👏👏👏👏 well done! (And I am 100% sure that no one has to worry about his sex life bc of his tattoos😉) - ridiculous !!

[@dontaskmenything]

Look on the bright side. At least we know it’s him and he wasn’t being held hostage by his business manager in a bizarre attempt to sabotage his career. Like it or not, it’s all him!

[@susiea3097]

Embarrassing that she talks over him and cuts him off. Does she know what a genius he is and what he has achieved and been through to get there. Just watch Dancer. The people he has now inspired to dance? She asked him the questions and as a journalist should be impartial and let him answer. Sergei stay warm well and safe we love you.

[@YouAreMySunshine2]

Embarrassing and disgraceful. This man is a dancer that only comes around once in a lifetime and he's so gracious and gentle, and she's treating him like nothing. And the sex question was so low and disgusting. I'm not a prude, but to mention his tattoo in that context was just weird. Like, where is her mind? I guess Freud would say in his bedroom, huh?

[@nicolehourcade]

Of course i don’t agree with some political position but he is free to have it. As dancer he is magical

[@carmen-ui6fx]

Why "Of course"?

[@fionabattrum7395]

Shut up Tanit please it’s painful.

[@chelseajarel1978]

This interviewer from the beginning was just trying to make Sergei look bad. Good for Sergei respectfully fighting back💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜LOVE HIM ALWAYS👏🏻🤗 agreed with him the whole time👍🏻

[@lolawest7809]

regardless of his opinions - she is a terrible interviewer

[@sassafrasstree7449]

Sergei you did great. Thankyou. Yes I like --teach and toughen people up. Too many overweight children. It is the parents. I think folk don't get you. I get you.

[@52253825]

I get him too. :) So many of us feel exactly as Sergei expresses himself. We are simply not the ones with the microphones and TV cameras. We are living in a staged world. We need more heroes who are unafraid to be truthful and authentic.

[@meekainc]

This woman is PAINFUL!! Trashy journalism! Utterly excruciating to watch! BRAVO to Sergei for his calm and graceful demeanour, a true professional!!

[@francescafrancesca5125]

This is actually a very interesting interview, she is deliberately provocative and he is open and honest. In this overly politically correct society, where we are defined by what we post on social media, it's refreshing to see someone who stands by what he believes...right or wrong. It takes a lot of courage and integrity. Sergei is also very young and he' s entitled to his own contradictions: he might eventually change his mind about ...Putin.

[@52253825]

And in time, say 3 or 4 years as Sergei stated, you just might change *yours*

[@52253825]

@@healthycook5608 Absolutely. Our downfall is not our oppressors, it is slumbering Americans being lulled to sleep by corrupt media and indoctrinated education.

[@labotraduc8448]

I share his views on Putin. The western media does twist the truth, constantly, and since most people don't speak russian, they have no other info to compare. They just have to rely on what our media serve us. I'm french but I speak russian, and since I started to understand it, I saw how we are manipulated. I can dig informations, look, compare... I believe now it's probably the same for other countries.

[@francescadagostino7992]

@@labotraduc8448 this comment hasn't aged well

[@artgil88]

Блин, я думаю он был очень пьян, когда писал в Инстаграме, но он ведет себя как бесстрашный ангел! В этом есть что-то невероятно притягательное и вызывающее восхищение, то, с какой легкостью он отдает на растерзание свою карьеру!

[@azicat1459]

I adore him.

[@lynnhubbard844]

me too, But I am worried for him. So many drastic changes, so young...greetings from San Francisco

[@korefaust1409]

This lady and her OPINIONS that she seems to validate as facts in what the world “thinks”..It’s people like her who need to realize they are not the end all of defining right vs wrong. I can’t stand how she plays the easy psychological games she was taught to do. I can’t stand these idiots and how they twist words to make themselves a name. She needs to get a life.

[@anthrophobic11]

@smooth like a like a snakeu She doesn't deserve any messages and attention))

[@НатусяМан]

Sergei Polunin!😘😘😘😘😘😘😍😍😍😍😍❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@lenanikiforoff5746]

Polunin is a hero , he is free to express himself on the stage , and in his personal life too, ugly bullying interviewer , I am Russian , how much abuse going on about Russia, and Russian president Vladimir Putin - what a great man, he had patience-quite a while , and how hard to keep everything to himself and suddenly he exploded- Putin tattoo appeared on the chest - protest , you can’t continually abuse Russia , trying to divide country , which is actually one , Ukraine nationalists/fascists is definitely not a country , no matter , how west wanted to present it , so funny to listen “Putin’s Kremlin regime”, what about Trump’s regime or .... , another funny stuff about carrier - French ballet canceled ;Swan lake and Polunin - both Russians , - “end of career “ , the man only started - plenty of opportunities out there , I think it’s other way around , British had Polunin, now you don’t, Russians will have him , how many artistes , scientists return back home for the past years, About tattoo with Putin on his chest - for some girls or women even sexier, thus you never know , real hero!!

[@YouAreMySunshine2]

One place cancelled one performance. These crybullies like to think they can destroy people for not thinking and saying all the PC dogma, but Sergei does and will have other performances at other places. And YES to the tattoos. I think they are very sexy.

[@juliap172]

✋🏼. Good girl, Lena! I’m proud of you. I’m Russian too, and we witness here ongoing and ongoing lie and provocative streaming, that American journalists provide to this Country’s people. It’s ashamed and sad, when journalists lie. When the Head of the Country is a jock and a lair, then not much to expect from inadequate bolts

[@juliap172]

Nikki, ✋🏼

[@adelinabakhmutova860]

The interview was terrible. He's an interesting person and why she asked him about politics???

[@giuliamorosini4993]

The superficiality of this interview is astonishing. The lady just wants to make her point no matter what Sergei is saying. I totally disagree with Sergei’s conservative view of society but this is not the way to address this matter. Moreover, Sergei’s view is the same view of the majority of people, let alone presidents like Donald Trump. Again, I strongly disagree but stop being disingenuous. Let him dance or be serious about his approach to society. This interview is an embarrassment made only to make superficial people feel better. Be serious

[@ReasonNotFightFlight]

Neo-libs don't do "serious". They do dogma.

[@alcahubsr1459]

Valses

[@lynnhubbard844]

he will, hopefully, mature...greetings from San Francisco

[@karinajansson8431]

Soft warm hart and hopefull wiew for the humans is not easy to stand for against someone with a hard mind agenda....

[@karinajansson8431]

I remembered this horrible interview....and the terrifying koments about Sergei after the interview ....pure hate...lovely now to see all love he gets in the koments he is a lovely person wonderful dancer and choreographer and is worth all support love ❤he can get love from Sweden 🇸🇪

[@ohwellwhateverr]

4:00 My jaw actually dropped. Who the hell does she think she is to ask a question like that????!

[@lilithwitchmoon]

@DLDconference - how could you allow such shameful approach and insulting interview with Sergei Polunin???? If you did not make a public statement to distant yourselves from this so-called journalist and her bullying methods when handling one of the biggest ballet stars in the world, then this calls for immediate public reaction and protest!!!

[@lucyennemartin4521]

OMG ! Such absurd questions !

[@elenakarafotia8708]

His charm is admirable. He is shy and humble. She is trying to provoke him but he remains so calm...well done Sergei apart from the Putin thing...

[@danisima6002]

Could it be that YOU don't know who Putin is?

[@znhurston]

What you see as calm, I see as a sign of a man on the verge of a nervous breakdown. Even his manager has stated publicly that she is worried about his mental health.

[@YouAreMySunshine2]

@@znhurston you're a liar. his manager never said this anywhere other than in your dreams. Sergei has always had this stance about men being men and women being women from past interviews years ago.

[@znhurston]

@@YouAreMySunshine2 And, by the way, I think Sergei is one of the best male ballet dancers the world has ever seen and I greatly admire him as an artist.

[@lilithwitchmoon]

@@znhurston it's called spinning. and it works brilliantly on limited people ;)

[@Leticia-tm7kr]

She was so disrespectful and unprofessional. He, on the other hand, was very polite. I don't like Putin, I don't like Trump, but people have the rigth to have different opinions. Ps: Can someone tell me what is the tattoo on his face? Is a letter? A heart? A simbol?

[@lauriejessop594]

It's an "Art Up" symbol. It's a challenge he created to inspire people to share their art with the world and to unite countries.

[@Leticia-tm7kr]

@@lauriejessop594 thanks!! I wish I could find a good picture of it to see the symbol better..

[@uomaw]

Support you Sergei to speaking your mind! Is this a free world? Apparantly not.

[@emadulce2749]

The best dancer..

[@elizabethbell8617]

Why does she think it's her job to reprimand him?

[@vasaamd]

Very subjective *journalist, no respect

[@sofiamargaritafloresduran627]

Was this an interview or a way to intimidate the dancer? He is an outstanding human being that does not fall for her agressions

[@homboy3]

Why has it been removed and reuploaded? Yesterday there were around 3k views..This is strange..

[@olgap1440]

The previous video was unavailable in some countries.

[@homboy3]

Olga P thx

[@aquablushgirl]

Jesus Christ this was awful. I do not agree with his views on Putin but there was just no need for talking about next time he has sex etc. It was cringe-inducing. He is always so composed and I was impressed by how he handled himself. As a journalist you must not push your own ideology and beliefs onto the subject that you are interviewing. Of course you have your own opinion, but it is not your place to be so judgemental. She really does not deserve to get work if she cannot conduct herself in a more professional manner.

[@solinasora4250]

19:40-20:11 yes, THAT. Even though Sergei is perfect physical form, I've seen many other male ballet dancers that are too, but do not captivate you when dancing

[@gdaqian]

Love you Sergei!

[@Александра-и8т9ц]

Сергей, Вы лучший :)

[@carolreid5405]

Sergei you are astonishing when you dance. Your energy is transformative to watch. Your eloquent transparency in measured response to being trolled, in this interview, informs the audience of your unique authenticity.

[@interestingvideos4me]

I don't think he is calm and collected. I actually think he didn't even understand he was being trolled. Some call it naivete and find it charming, others call it so many other things, from stupidity to lack of opportunity for knowing any better, to lack of character...and for sure there will be someone out there who will find each of those lacks also very charming... regardless of that, I just think the interviewer had a clear agenda of exploring his dim-wit as a way to cast a shadow over his magnificent talent. She should not do that. And indeed, didn't achieve that. he is a genius in dance. He is young and for the moment his arguments on other things only show he needs to read. If not to change his mind, at least to make himself clearer, or make his arguments more convincing. dimwitted genius he is!

[@leahjordana9177]

Good god, what a terrible interviewer. Loves the sound of her own voice.

[@wendystephenson407]

Why would his promotional team allow him to be subjected to this!!! Has he forgotten he’s a ballet dancer?????

[@myab1471]

I was thinking the same thing, somebody on his team don't like him. This interview should have been about dance, movies he's been in, and his modeling and that is that!! This bitch interviewer I want to roundhouse drop kick!!

[@YouAreMySunshine2]

Apparently he did a show the night before the interview, but yea, his team needs to say "no more questions about Putin or instagram"

[@abzoker8451]

absolutely agree- too much tolerance makes us stupider ( in my opinion) ..he s not the only who postes these kind of messages I guess, don't take instagram too serious! They made him to a world enemy now, my God,what a reaction.

[@Гульчитай-ц6ь]

Это самое агрессивное интервью, что я видела. Очень мало о балете и много о тату и политике. У каждого может быть свое мнение и многие из нас думали так же до поры до времени. Но извините меня, на второй минуте разговора, как ее вообще занесло на тему секса? Самообладанию Сергея можно только позавидовать, он всегда честен, всегда открыт. Мне кажется, только такие люди и меняют мир

[@OnOn-lf6ur]

Sergei is a real man!

[@sweetyamz09]

Thanks for posting this, I hope he's able to unpack his ideas more in future.

[@НатусяМан]

Сергей,Ты самый лучший!Держись!Тебя столько людей любят!😘😍❤Sergei Polunin, you best!!!🙏💪👍👏💞❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🔥

[@miakelly3315]

I love you Sergei. Always.

[@annemackellar6293]

Sergei behaves with dignity and grace whilst being patronised and degraded by this ghastly woman. Who does she think she is?

[@nestorguijarro1485]

Bravo Polunim, he has his personal truth, that is important.

[@korefaust1409]

Watching her, thinking she’s one of those people who refuses to listen to what he’s saying. We don’t need this kind of twisted crap anymore. I rarely care or get upset w interviews but this one- no words for her demonizing him. I’m assuming she’s perfect and has never sinned because she has that air of all knowing.

[@labotraduc8448]

Self-serving righteous mind will never win against authenticity. She's on his case obsessively, he's just answering questions calmly with dignity. That woman will be forgotten so fast, he won't.

[@anaqueiroz652]

She is awful indeed and she doesn't know anything besides propaganda! He is very nice! Her nervousness must have something to do with that awful performance that she is doing!

[@kristiduke4838]

I wish there were some way to know that the interviewer could read this. In fact interviewer isn't even the word to describe her - doesn't "inter" mean between, and "view" of course a way of seeing. She isn't allowing for any "between". She is certainly not behaving as a journalist. My son, as a sophomore in college, had to interview Charles Murray, who wrote The Bell Curve, in which he presented odious views on race and intelligence (I am simplifying). My son did not act like a dictator as this woman does. Sergei certainly may have views with which many or most people disagree strongly, but one of the points of journalism is to present information, not dictate it. Though he conducted himself with grace in spite of her tirades, she still scarcely let him speak. She is not writing an op ed.

[@SusanneGermanTutoring]

I watched 4 minutes of this interview and this female interviewer clearly is the most disrespectful human being by asking the most provoking and distasteful questions to a person that has achieved in Life artistry in dance and expression that is most outstanding. Besides she is clearly in an attacking sitting position leaning toward him and loves to hear herself talk as she puts him down. Sergei handles it well by his charm and smile. But his posture and the way he looks at her clearly express discomfort. I pity her. She sits there believing she is powerful by asking disgraceful questions. I feel sad to see that Sergei has to go through interviews like this. However it only makes him seem more human and kind and even more beautiful inside out. She judges him and insults him so many times even in the first 4 minutes that his tattoo seems angelic in comparison to her soul. This is written by me not because I like to judge people, but because I believe in the good and in respect towards others, no matter who they are and what they do. She should be forever grateful for Sergei allowing to even interview him as one of THE greatest Ballet dancers of our time. The fact that she is even allowed to interview that way is deeply unsettling and shocking. Every interview I have seen so far , it was revealed that Sergei is not just a magical dancer but has a beautiful spirit , and this woman can not take it away from him. In fact she looks so small next to him by having no integrity and invading his personal space by the most horrendous questions that never I could never come up with in my worst nightmares. It's funny how he seems even more of a beautiful person the worse the interviewer portraits her real self by her dirty questions. PS: There are millions of women who would love to have sex with Sergei and she is probably frustrated that she isn't as good looking as him. Therefore she had to play a bad joke on a tattoo.