Dedicated to Polynesia

[@xpf15]

When his daughter walks out in front of everyone and yells her part of the Haka, it gives me chills every time. Everyone deserves a dad like him. not only is love for culture and family strong. He was raised by strong women and truly believes in empowering women as well. He's incredible.

[@BarbiesWorld62]

He was raised in the middle of Iowa by strong women who never tried to stifle his heritage. He's an amazing combination of ancestry! He's strong in so many ways, yet gentle when he visits his grandmother in Iowa. He's proud of his heritage-as he should be. I am in awe of him.

[@MommahKat]

@Nicholas Major Stating that he was raised by strong women is "feminist bullshit?" What the actual fuck are you on about. Get over yourself and chill out.

[@BarbiesWorld62]

@Nicholas Major I will bring what I want.

[@chloeevans2569]

I love that part as well

[@nina1522]

He's a rare and special soul, indeed.

[@foryouson5046]

We as Polynesians are not separated by land but connected by water. We are a seafaring people. Ataahua enei kupu. Nga uri o Tangaroa.

[@foryouson5046]

Love seeing the way your children are walking this path with you. Kia mau ki nga taonga o tatou tipuna.

[@onlythingsfobsrunisthekfcl4199]

Kinda ironic when most fobbos today can't even swim or know how to fish. 😂

[@jordana4197]

What a hater, bro. Go say that in front of an Islander f head

[@greenfueg0]

@@onlythingsfobsrunisthekfcl4199 yea bc the white ppl gave us modernization

[@Alisi437]

@@onlythingsfobsrunisthekfcl4199 well you just have to go to the islands. Kids there swim everyday and young men go fishing or to the bush. It’s only the ones who live over seas who cant lift a finger and do things out doors. Like one of my cousin who has lived in America all his life. Came for a holiday in Tonga and boy did we have fun scaring the crap out of him. He’d scream all the time when we’d kill a pig for a feast or the time when he tacked along with us to go hunting at night in the bush at ‘Eua island for wild boars. He pissed in his pants we told him not to come but he kept insisting. Poor guy but it was fun to have him around after all I’m a girl and I can stomach doing all of these stuff but he can’t. He was a big fella all muscle’s and all that. But can’t do things like fishing nor a hard day labour. Even my 10 year old brother could do all these things cause that’s just how we were raised. Gotta have my cousin back for a visit again it’s boring here yah know🤣🤣🤣

[@BreeKayBe]

I'm not Polynesian, I'm just gonna sit back in the corner and admire anyway.

[@justintangaere3932]

Admiration is the sincerest form of flattery, so thank you!!!

[@wolf-childytbr115]

No need to sit in the corner. Come, stand with us.

[@leggzd]

As a Native American, it makes me burst with pride to see Our Polynesian cousin's do the haka. I love you cousin Jason, mahalo nui loa!!!

[@ec6079]

Did you know he’s part nativ American on his mothers side?

[@oliivagroft5975]

I agree

[@marlynlora5123]

Aloha wau i kēia no ka mea he Sāmoa wau

[@leggzd]

@@ec6079 that's awesome! I did not know that.

[@Smr402]

Its beautiful to see more and more representation of different indigenous people. Different kinds of people have been recognized for their own movement in media but people indigenous or native to Polynesia among others are rising to the public eye when for centuries everyone wanted to hide them away and slaughter their tradition.

[@msl8361]

Oh when he wipe his tears, such a pure and humble human being.❤️ him

[@monicaw5036]

DITTO!

[@jennifercaylor835]

Oh, that made me tear up

[@donnapetersen2100]

I would kiss his tears. Such raw emotion. He is beautiful inside and out

[@msl8361]

@@donnapetersen2100 couldn't agree more. He radiates goodness

[@paulinhafolke]

He deserves this success so much. A true super heroe!

[@corinneyoung8166]

Jason, larger than life yet grounded, childlike yet old soul, strong yet gentle loving open heart - crushing

[@nina1522]

Lisa Bonet hit the jackpot with him!

[@liliilani]

Corinne Young this is the BEST response offered here!

[@alaneloff9693]

Agreed

[@tile2820]

True leo

[@celticeyesmorriganrising929]

Awesome!

[@Kit10QT]

I love love LOVE that his kids got in on this. Teach 'em that culture, daddy!

[@lmmateo78]

True that!

[@droneguy69]

Teach them young

[@adelecarvalho1051]

I've been wondering how they like learning it. His son seems so into it, and his daughter still seems a little shy. I wonder if she's watching her dad and thinking about the onlookers a lot, or if that's a female role in the haka (to be a little quieter and more gentle). I love that they're learning it and sharing it with the world. It's amazing to see!

[@TxNursePatti]

I cry every time I see people performing the/a haka. I don't have a clue what's going on because I'm just a bumpkin from East Texas, but it is absolutely stunning to see. It's moving and beautiful and emotional.... We don't do that in Texas....we have banjos. We drink and play banjos.

[@melissalugo7553]

And that's cool in my book too!

[@TxNursePatti]

@@melissalugo7553 I do love a good banjo.

[@bebit]

Omg, I cry too. It's weird and I don't know why I get so emotional. It's so meaningful and heartfelt.

[@TxNursePatti]

@@bebit Yes!! Something about it. It just emits feelings and sincerity. Just amazing to watch.

[@jhanabrash9243]

We haka for many reasons. Mainly to intimidate our enemies going in to battle.... also to bring attention to issues that bother is ( high suicide rates etc). Haka is done by men... women do something similar.... It's not called haka though.

[@rafiqtsm1451]

We got Black Panther and Aquaman in the same year. So glad to see POC finally getting to be hero’s which show case positive aspects of their cultures. I hope we get to see more in the future. Clearly ticket sales speak to a real hunger for such films.

[@rafiqtsm1451]

MissJonette educate me on non natives not considered POC? Do you just generally mean native to any land?

[@AmandaFromWisconsin]

@Brandi Gardner The Sami people sure as hell look white. I mean, Finnish people are white.

[@KristineMaitland]

@@AmandaFromWisconsin Whiteness is relative.

[@TheDreamClown]

AMEN BRO. I cannot tell you how much I would love to see more movies celebrating different cultures. Like I would love to see movies about Native American and Aztec mythology!

[@the_jujuman5269]

kenzo 85 haha they both needed to draw off the history of the peoples in said movies so it wouldn’t be too hard if literally you have a whole culture or multiple to draw from

[@proudkiwi7641]

As a Maori from New Zealand we have every Polynesian race there is, Maori, Samoan, Tongan, Fijian, Tokelaun, Cook Islanders, Rarotongans, Nuiens and all the rest of them. But I never saw us as one. I always though we were all different, which we are through our different cultures and traditions. But I never once stop to think that we were all one as Polynesians. And yet here they all are

[@luxus1243]

Interesting!!

[@KCRUBYWOO]

Polynesians - one love. Micronesian here

[@BatmanMCMXCIV]

@William Solia what planet are you from?

[@koburu_rirava]

Rotumans of Fiji are Polynesians just like Rennellese & Bellonese, Sikaianans, Tikopians and Ontong Javans of Solomon Islands. They lived in a Melanesian country but their ethnicity is Polynesia.

[@steveotene8137]

Fijians ain't classed as Polynesian. They are Melanesian because of the blackness of their skin... People from the Solomon Island's, Papua New Guinea, Bougainville, New Britain and New Caledonia etc all fall into the Melanesian category... As for us Polynesians well we're just nextdoor!!!... Mauri Ora...

[@DaRedeyeJedi808]

I wanna see JASON MOMOA (KANAKA MAOLI) THE ROCK (SAMOAN) TUKI BRANDO (TAHITIAN) ULI LATUKEFU (TONGAN) MANU BENNETT (MAORI) in a Polynesian Fantasy Scfy Action film Directed by TAIKA WAITITI............

[@JamesTaylor-kl4pu]

O M G that would be so freaking awesome

[@Dakarn]

We might get that movie eventually... Jason Mamoa- Aquaman Dwayne Johnson- Black Adam Manu Bennett could pick up another DC role.

[@loveneenalove]

i am down to help write that!! along with several pacific island actresses that can rival these big screen names.

[@marielavalon]

And directed by Taika Waititi

[@PJTubes2]

I would like to be an extra as a Taino cousin!

[@chopin65]

A true guardian and steward of his people and heritage. He is the best masculine role model I can think of. We need more men like Mr. Momoa!

[@ambiava123]

I agree 😉

[@kaiserkoko8734]

i disagree

[@Dotthel]

I’m not Polynesian but I absolutely love this!! Everyone should celebrate and be prideful of their culture!!

[@dixiedog1996]

Exactly doesn't it give you the chills!!

[@rs2543]

Unless you’re white... than it’s racist

[@user-zb6jr6vs6n]

R S you just HADDDD to bring race into this you asswipe

[@bobbyemery1305]

R S how true

[@HomeOfTheBRAVE.]

I agree even the white Americans. Should be proud of they're true euroupean culture.

[@miishoiiscool7]

His kids are so fierce. I love the pride and love shown in this video. True Aquaman

[@Sarahnoid]

His kids make my heart burst every time I see them do the Haka. So much pride, so much love!

[@TheSussgirl]

Those two little ones that come in are his kids?

[@sandralittle856]

@@TheSussgirl yes, his son and daughter. Also, Zoe Kravitz is his stepdaughter. 😊

[@NikkoShogun]

This is a beautiful tribal celebration to remove any negative spirits from the movie's premier. It's nice to see Momoa with his people and tribe. I hope his career soars due to his great works in Aquaman.

[@lisadowsett6836]

This man does everything from the heart - wise and humble and genuine which are sadly rare qualities these days. It's so refreshing to see those decent and true qualities getting so much media attention rather than the usual vacuous, shallow, wealth driven messages that our children and young people are flooded with by other celeb's currently. Fabulous example of how humanity should be, good for you Mr Momoa

[@Rgskgbgerboydcxbkgh]

Well said Lisa D.!!! So true

[@MasterofPlay7]

nah he's a fake and Polynesian wanna be

[@antoniatashquinth2170]

To be honest my husband shares a lot of the same values as Mr. Mamoa, my husband's people are Native American. He is a traditional man. And the values of being a protector and a provider for his family and his people as well, and keeping the culture alive runs deep in him. He like Mr Mamoa are men, real men. There are a dying breed unfortunately.

[@MickeyS4466]

Beautifully said! I couldn't agree more!

[@nickmclean8043]

This is amazing and so cool Jason’s son and daughter were apart of it. They will respect and remember this time forever. Awesome dad and a proper gentleman

[@erynporter9951]

I agree, the "hero" is not on the movie screen, but in the Father and Husband who shows his children that you can be a "man's man" and have a heart, and soul.

[@nicnico1734]

Agree. FYI: Children- son, Nakoa-Wolf and daughter, Lola

[@uchihahikaku1630]

Even though Aquaman is a white blond, when i heard you were playing him, it fit with me because us Polynesians have always been sea people.

[@028TuvaluanHero]

Uchiha Hikaku The new revamp version is practically a Polynesian version. Respect to the OG writers of the first Aquaman because without them AQMAN wouldn't exists!

[@uchihahikaku1630]

@@028TuvaluanHero Oh of course, that goes with out saying. Aquaman will always be blond with blue eyes.

[@uchihahikaku1630]

@γogi Constantine Yeah he actually looks Maori to me

[@odiw2509]

@@uchihahikaku1630 As a Kiwi, he looks nothing like Maori. Most definitely Hawaiian mix.

[@KillJoy_Since2017]

Uchiha Hikaku He played an amazing aquaman I loved it

[@BarberShave19]

Now I want to see Jason and the Rock star in a Polynesian fantasy movie.

[@Eorzat]

ThePizzadude93 I mean, Dwayne Johnson already did Moana, so maybe Moana 2?

[@kalevepilikaki4054]

The best part is we have many mystical stories of our ancestors to bring to the big screen.

[@A-Dubs398]

But Jason is half White, and Rock is half Black.

[@all4the14]

@@A-Dubs398 .. That good were all one big family and all colors are invited..

[@florentmagere3782]

But this post isn't half dumb...

[@AttyTatty22]

Such a humble guy and awesome to have him sharing our cultures whole heartedly 🙌🏽 ♥️

[@deasysharon4484]

Yes i do agree. He is so warm, humble and kind.

[@ddddanirev]

Just when I thought this moment couldn’t get anymore special, I noticed my cousin to the right of Jason doing the haka. One nation, kanaka maoli. ❤️

[@TessConnellan]

Ko'u aloha ia oe! (I hope I spelled that right)

[@cwell510]

"We as Polynesian's, we're not separated by land, but connected by water"...Cheehu!🔱🌊🇵🇫🇳🇿🇰🇾🇫🇯🇦🇸🇼🇸🇹🇴🇬🇧💯🤙🏽

[@melaniavuki1042]

🇫🇯

[@rubyking474]

🇳🇿

[@schompification]

I Love ur land bro .

[@DonW1953]

chaaahooooo

[@nina1522]

There is a line in the movie Moana that says pretty much the same.

[@orionbigboygaming2418]

"We are not divided by land but connected by water", Aquaman said! Best quote of 2018! There is still hope for 2019! #Aquaman

[@TurkishBenAirsoft]

Who the hell doesn't like this there's 487 of you fools. This is awesome and his kids are doing it with him.

[@Nattyuce685]

We do have sick ppl kn this world that go against everything a family stands for lol just remember they are out there

[@ellw7830]

ikd maybe they've never seen the haka before and don't know who Momoa is. Haha actually could you imagine some 80 yr old grandma somehow ending up here while trying to get to her email or something and just being so confused

[@Monada79]

The dumb asses who edit videos of Jason doing the Haka with his kids to make it look like something else are probably the haters. I hate those dumb asses they show up on social media with a crappy edited video and try and spread shit about Jason.

[@cherllowe-johnson7630]

I love the men & women of Polynesia!! I lived in Honolulu for 7 years with Northwest Airlines & all the people made me feel like family. Respect for nature, a love of the sea & islands, & good food were the basis for sharing. I'm glad the traditions & dances were preserved for each of the 7 groups (Hawaiians, Maori, Tongans, Fijians, Tahitians, Samoans & Niueans as well as Micronesian people). The Oceans make up 3/4 of our planet -- all of us have much to learn from our Island cousins about respecting each other & caring for our environment. Jason Momoa, Dwayne "Rock"Johnson, President Obama & others are trying to teach & warn us of our responsibilities to the animals and Earth. I pray in this new year of 2019 that we listen!!

[@sandyg.3454]

Beautifully written, I agree with you 100%!.

[@d-jay1417]

Awesome

[@d-jay1417]

So are those 7 groups Polynesian? I'm a lil confused. One of my buddies is an islander but he's from Guam. Is that more on the asian/ phillipine side

[@nerdygameinggurl]

@Notre Aira dude if u want to then go make it happen im asian and i wanted to live in hawaii my whole life im choosing my careers with that being the end goal try ur best and do sth about it maybe u can move there too!!

[@eekeey]

@@nerdygameinggurl i'm hawaii born and raised. Dont think i can live anywhere else. But everything's expensive as fuck over here. 😂

[@amandaberry4313]

There isnt 1 single insincere thing about this man that is what makes him so beloved and so full of joy and integrity at such a young age. It's like hes seeing everyone and everything for the first time, and like he's seeing everyone completely equally...no color barriers, no sociofinancial differences, just people, and he treats everyone with such pure kindness and respect. It's such a rarity anymore to see or meet anyone with this truly beautiful a soul.

[@jirenthegray2904]

It's simply living done right. Women want to be with him and men want to be him. Just a magnificent person.

[@CatDogLove]

It's because he's from Hawaii and Hawaiian. It's the way of the land there. Unlike everywhere else where people backstab each other and take advantage. Hawaii is a place where you are taught to treat people how you want to be treated.

[@jacquesdisles9833]

I'm a Polynesian ancestry from Fiji (I'm Rotuman native by the way) and seeing Jason performing haka with the rest of the guys make me proud of where I come from, my identity, my race, and my culture. I'll say that I am proud to be Polynesian. Faiak'sia (thank you) and lots of love from Fiji. ❤️❤️❤️🇫🇯

[@lyletita]

I love the way Jason's kids are included in learning and embracing their Hawaiian culture! Good Job, Momoa's Family! Love you Jason!!

[@deasysharon4484]

He is warm and humble. Who agree?

[@robbirob557]

Me

[@rightovawrong8590]

Just the freakn best!

[@jackieo.9904]

The pink velvet scrunchy on his wrist just does it for me!

[@ecg9645]

Now if you put jason momoa and the Dwayne '' the rock johnson together in a action movie will be epic to the MAX!! 🤩

[@Trokonzah]

That would be next level!!!

[@d.i.f.y191]

german m on my life

[@aried5317]

Don't forget my man Manu Bennett In that movie then it will be dynamite

[@nina1522]

That would be amazing!

[@mixflip]

The Rock is watching.....he knows he has alot to live up to in the promotion dept when he travels around the world for his King Kamehameha movie.

[@flex2of4]

Or is it Tame'ame'a? Lol

[@Smr402]

Its beautiful to see more and more representation of different indigenous people. Different kinds of people have been recognized for their own movement in media but people indigenous or native to Polynesia among others are rising to the public eye when for centuries everyone wanted to hide them away and slaughter their tradition.

[@dc5311]

Aquaman is a masterpiece from start to end. Polynesians should be very proud of Jason!!

[@adamCarter20]

Yup!! I couldn't believe what I was watching, it was just so fucking amazing!!!

[@deerock1302]

We are 👌🏽

[@deanina4544]

I cant wait 2nd and 3rd movie :p

[@franmaea1576]

We are 😁

[@liliilani]

David Cortez all of us!!!

[@myrkir9249]

He is such a humble hearted man.

[@harang_1665]

Best quote ever.... "We are not separated by land but we're all connected by water" ❤️

[@GrumpyOldMatua]

Love the mix of Hawaiian chanting ? Then into a haka ...the first part had beautiful wording like (my translation🤣)...”my power comes from ...my ancestors ....my mind..my body..my spirit ...its the light within me “ fuuuuuu powerful lol ....the second part I recognized comes from a well known nz haka ! Well done family representing us all on the big stage ! From a Maori of nz ! Chur...tuturu whaka maua kia Tina!

[@ellw7830]

aaah thank you for the translation!! This whole video (I mean most of his videos) I was wishing I could speak Hawaiian so I could understand what they were saying. The culture seems so beautiful, and if every Hawaiian is as loving and caring as Jason is, then I'm definetely learning it so I can move there!! :)

[@ShaneGCESRG]

TIINA

[@sparkeemelijah1322]

What haka did they perform? Do you know?

[@apomtaylor8054]

@@sparkeemelijah1322 the haka thats starts at 2:30 is kapa o pango, before it was a hawian tradition i assume not a haka.

[@marianaherrera7837]

Thanks for translate 🙏🏼 really thanks

[@thandekanjepe987]

I love that he is integrating Wolf and Lola into their culture.

[@SteadyNUnremitting]

I wonder if they know about their African American heritage too ( their mom is African American). It would make for good balance of cultural identity

[@thandekanjepe987]

SteadyNUnremitting As a South African we adopt our father's cultures. I am father is Xhosa and my mother is Tswana. I identify as Xhosa because of him. So it might be the same with the Polynesian culture too.

[@maanbustamante]

he has kids with lenny kravits’ ex wife?

[@keonejones7283]

SteadyNUnremitting no this is about Polynesia not Africa.

[@thandekanjepe987]

Keone Jones That is why I said MIGHT, anyway Lola and Wolf are a quarter African American. Lisa doesn't seem to have a problem with the Polynesian culture taking precedence in her household.

[@Angel-sj1gc]

As an Aboriginals first Nation person 🖤💛❤️ here in Australia we will never forget our Mother Land nor Ancestors that watches over us. "POWER " ✊🏾 to all First Nation People from across the waters and faraway. Thank you for sharing Jason Momoa .

[@lilygaeliane933]

This is neither my culture or my tradition, yet I have always found the haka impressive and already a crazy emotion.

[@fabiluvshion1]

This is CULTURE at its FINEST! We went to see AQUAMAN and we ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT! I have always been a fan of Lisa Bonet and now I'm a fan of Jason. He was so DOPE as AQUAMAN! 💚💛

[@adrianatremea5083]

How can there be people who do not like this guy?!?! to find unfriendly?!? excellent person, big heart! May God always bless you! I never tire of seeing this performance. 😍😊

[@mastermovesmakermartin]

*THIS IS THE PERFECT GUY TO PLAY AQUAMAN* *Thanks for the 290 likes 🙂*

[@OneOldRecipe]

Boy if you ask me... he is the perfect guy for everything 🤩

[@handlesnz9485]

He is a great actor and has done with Aquaman but no where near the true lore of Aquaman

[@DaParty3473]

@@handlesnz9485 STFU man

[@handlesnz9485]

@@DaParty3473 what a tough guy ka mate ka mate bro hahahaha need a tissue you crying tough

[@DaParty3473]

@@handlesnz9485 still STFU

[@jonavin5457]

Jason is destined to be the Aquaman.

[@yosefwiizard]

Fake,.. aquanman comics don't have weird muscles and full bearded fear the moustaches kinna white superhero

[@dezaraemichelle509]

I love that this tough strong man shows his emotions

[@Cre8ive07]

That was beautiful. It brought tears to my eyes and chills....to be able to pass that down to the younger generation is so good. It's amazing to see and hear a culture speak through motion and language like theirs.

[@stevenbaker7696]

Jason you are like Man of the Year for me, spreading good vibes and happiness at a time when that is especially needed and important! Long may the Momoa-Mobile roll! Happy Holidays to you and yours! Peace!

[@riarachmadini2883]

his children must be so proud of him

[@ashleyBaylor24]

Crying because that was beyond beautiful and gave me chills. I’m proud of you Jason, much love to you and your ohana💜

[@rasaimon11]

My people, Micronesians, although not as popular as Polynesians, also come from a seafaring culture. FSM preamble: "To make one nation of many islands, we respect the diversity of our cultures. Our differences enrich us. The seas bring us together, they do not separate us. Our islands sustain us, our island nation enlarges us and makes us stronger." And on a separate note, who are these 406 people that disliked this video?

[@11Daniel11.]

Micros are weird.

[@onlythingsfobsrunisthekfcl4199]

I disliked this video.

[@flex2of4]

Pacific Island people. I think the Samoans are most prominent. We carry against all cultures, even amongst the South Pacific ones. Family amongst all, but fiercely fa'asamoa.

[@annerizal2593]

Im not polynesian, but my country is surrounded by waters especially the Pacific. Whenever I wacth these i feel connected. I feel so close. 🇵🇭

[@trg4youtv855]

Aquaman was amazing I just watched it today and it was beast mode, this dude can act

[@edgeontheworld8586]

Are u serious?

[@nerdygameinggurl]

I dont think thats acting aqua man is literally mamoa in his goofy self haha

[@kingspeech2240]

Caronia exactly lmao

[@thedivineenergy]

*One Tribe One Nation One Love 💗* *Aqua Boogie Baby! 🔱*

[@PhillipSiddiq]

"I never learned to swim. Can't catch the rhythm of the stroke!"

[@kaylaallison5471]

I love Parliament!!!

[@fraddi]

ALL THANKS TO ZACK SNYDER FOR HIRING HIM IN 2013

[@brotherc.w.encino8716]

Mr. PsychoPolyDiscoMegaBrotherAquaJason

[@sam71802]

Babi punye tetek

[@haleemullins7423]

Hakas get me everytime. You can feel their love and pride and passion just watching it on your phone. It's absolutely breath taking and beautiful to watch

[@dnte_86]

It's awesome to see the kids getting involved!!!

[@wolbi01]

Ummm Dwayne Johnson and Jason doing the Hakka dance together with the tribe shit that would be the ultimate sight to see. But Jason bro this was powerful.

[@nina1522]

Wouldn't that be something to see!

[@jirenthegray2904]

Brooo, they would break the world and make it go error 404.

[@elrey8324]

I'm mexican american ,I love our Polynesian and Island cousins!! We are all connected ❤️❤️❤️.

[@jelisaaajelisa416]

🤞🏽❤

[@hdot89]

I'm Mexican but I'm down with the Polynesians

[@johnblake8736]

Hector M brother we down with the brown especially your fine ass woman lol (no disrespect) I’m poly

[@infinitylover9134]

Bruh same 😂 im mexicana , and oufff 😍 found myself a new race to love lmao

[@Rotatinhatin]

Man im full blooded polynesian from New Zealand..i have mad respect for our mexican family bro! 🇳🇿🇲🇽🙏

[@esmeraldadorantes4735]

I’m Mexican and I have great respect and admiration for the Polynesians too! 🙏🏻

[@Zyrt559]

We're actually part of the same bloodline the Mongoliod bloodline.

[@Zenyell]

It was an honor watching them perform that. What a great tradition it must be to have these kinds of ceremonies.

[@amandas-c.595]

"We r all connected by water " That is awesome 👍's up to the wise man

[@Jag5nine]

Are

[@alexishagan4121]

The fact that people not of polynesian decent can feel and understand and respect what is happening without having any idea what is being chanted is a testament to the amount of power and energy exuded by the haka. It is one of the most beautiful celebrations in the whole world.

[@whitefraust6762]

Fa'afetai💕 Thank you for representing the Polynesian culture and making us all feel important. It’s an honor having you show the world what we are about.

[@dawngordon6750]

Hes such a beautiful man inside and out. Y im a huge fan

[@wanikarahiri2813]

Proud Maori.. proud kiwi all the way 😝😝❤

[@saynothing332]

Nice but we ain't kiwis cus' we dam natives..kiwis r pakeha

[@abikhan]

This was so powerful, it made me get up and train harder than I have done in a long time. Thank you Jason and the Polynesian tribe, much love and respect

[@kimjongun269]

Lol.

[@kheshirekat9623]

I remember our teacher showed this in class, everyone was either questioning it or in awe but theres me in the back tearing up (only Poly in class). I cant even explain why, pride, love, culture, strength, etc... haka sums it all up.

[@kaiatravis7161]

I love you Jason, you are my favourite person in the world, im Hawaiian, Maori and Australian. LOVEEE YOU

[@wanikarahiri2813]

Mean Maori mean 😁

[@OneHawaiianHaoleChic]

Um... I'm Hawaiian from Hawaii .. u spelt Hawaiian wrong bro

[@kaiatravis7161]

@@OneHawaiianHaoleChic typo calls when ur trying to be the first person to comment

[@kaiatravis7161]

@@wanikarahiri2813 yessssss ahahaha

[@OneHawaiianHaoleChic]

@@kaiatravis7161 lol.. *my personal hack* write whatever you want.. post it .. be the first.. then go edit it... still first but now correct 😘

[@the_jujuman5269]

As a Black American with Tahitian and Tongan blood it’s so nice to just see cultures all over celebrate each other. We as humans all have core similarities in our cultures and what Momoa said can be applied across all stretches of land... water connects us in both good and bad ways historically but at the end of the day the blood that courses through our veins is just as purposeful and yet free flowing as the oceans themselves

[@adventureswithkat3884]

Your amazing. I love how you portray yourself and that you don’t let fame ruin you. You are always yourself and not a facade that Hollywood calls people to use. Thank you for being yourself. You are such an inspiration to me.

[@ashkibbles]

This brought tears to my eyes mahalo Nui loa for not only representing for us Hawaiians but all of Polynesian people cheeehuuuuuu

[@kauilanikim3312]

Mahalo NUI loa

[@ashkibbles]

Lol I didn’t even realize I put Hui instead of nui fricken auto correct

[@javierbuenavista619]

I was thinking of getting a Dwayne Johnson theme Polynesian tattoo out of respect for the Polynesian culture.is it disrespectful if I do? I'm Mexican by the way.

[@chinablue1280]

What a great example you are to young children Jason, or should I say, "Aquaman!"... This is exactly what it means to truly embrace your culture, have true knowledge of exactly who you are and to be so very proud of who you are... I wish everyone would feel this way about themselves (proud and love thyself) and would be a decent example to their own children, but first showing and learning to respect yourself and other people is the most important first step - constant kindness. You are all of this and just such a humble, extremely passionate and incredible man. If you always remain with goodness, who you are... humble, respectful, gracious and grateful and don't let fame ever make your head become too big😀... you will continue to always be blessed and fans will continue to love and support you☺! Jason..., your mother, as a single parent, did an EXCELLENT job raising you! You may not realize how much you are displaying to the world how she raised you, but you are! So I'm very proud of her! And YES! You are definitely one of a kind in Hollywood, because no other actor has ever been so humble, playful, bashful(which is so darn cute😆) and extremely respectful, gracious and kind to everyone, especially to their fans☺. Such a tough business... because fans can make you for years or break you if you are an actor, and sadly most actors head became too big, they no longer show their kindness, their great smile, appreciation and must have forgotten this about Fans! ☺💕 Blessings to you and your family!

[@heatherrosenberg9011]

I'm an Indonesian living in an island of The Pacific..... always ready with my camera whenever i see them dance...just love love love it very much...

[@0Gotenks]

Love from India to Polynesian culture and Haka dance... Love to #jasonmamoa

[@enonymuz8627]

Reema Ameer why JP morgan?what was happening in a bank?

[@streetcred31]

Seeing your kids haka with you is so incredibly POWERFUL! Thank you for being such a strong influence for our culture and the family that we all are. Aloha bruddah from Oregon!

[@kheshirekat9623]

I remember watching this in my class All my friends were either in aww or confused. (I’m the only Polynesian) My Polynesian ass was sniffing and holding back my tears in the back of the room, leaning back in my chair like I was unaffected but we all knew. They might never know the pride and love we have for fellow Polynesian people. We fight hard and we love even harder. That’s just the Polynesian Way

[@zennoodle]

Almost 3 years later and this haka still gives me chills!

[@aires425]

Aquaman represents the Polynesian culture Black Panther represents the African Culture.

[@Que684]

And the rest represents New York lol jk

[@yosefwiizard]

Well they were not extinct like tha Australian and American aborigin cultures..

[@aires425]

@@yosefwiizard lol

[@chrisconnors9449]

yosefwiizard Extinct? What Aborigine Tribes of Australia are extinct?

[@thorguff]

If you think you experienced cultures from watching both of those Hollywood productions, you don't know anything. You likely think mall food courts give you a dose of multi-ethnic cultures.

[@tonyhyde2644]

i'm aussie with strong viking/italian/scottish roots yet this haka moved me to tears for some reason and i dunno why....

[@meghanrose3413]

My beautiful home born and raised and still residing! Big island, but you still represent all of us in Hawaii thank you so much Jason !!🙏🙏🙏

[@lenniewatson687]

I wanna see him and Dwayne Johnson do anything together. That would be EPIC!!!!😍😍😍

[@meowbauh]

Dnt worry The Rocks gonna play Black Adam in the Dceu..so they will eventually fight off each other

[@lenniewatson687]

Anything ACTING. I love both men, And would not expect for them to disrespect their audiences, their families or themselves by playing trashy roles like what you mention. Ewww!!!

[@EriyyClassof2015]

I would faint from shock

[@robertkwonnacott504]

Absolutely that's right we Polynesians we are ONE

[@amyturner6275]

New Zealand is my home this is so cool to see, I love that polynesia is in superhero films ! Our people are true superheros and warriors.

[@JasonMomoa-s]

@@amyturner6275 Thanks how long have you been a fan?

[@ruboyhsv7436]

A true Aquaman, with the true Aqua Race... Polynesians

[@maggiemiller7056]

I don’t think there could be a better Aquaman. He has such respect for the oceans and his people come from the water and it’s islands. I’m emotional just watching this.

[@lucrecialetbetter9343]

Aquaman beautiful tale of how we can coexist together even though we're from different parts of the world. Well said the water connects us all. As soon we the people stand up againt powers that governs all over the world, dropped there weapons. We can truly be.

[@PomaiKajiyama]

Mahalo nui loa for remembering us...was afraid that we were forgotten by Warner Bros, with the complete lack of marketing on the representation aspect. This is basically Black Panther for Polynesians.

[@montymartin3978]

Many "mainlanders" couldn't care less about tribal cultures. I was in tears during the Aquaman film, watching Jason using distinct references to the Polynesian culture/s. I recognized Haka references, and taiaha references when using his trident. I doubt many others in the theatre had any idea what he was doing. Just "cool" fight techniques. No. He was using Ancient fighting techniques.

[@KiromaruRellion]

I may not be Polynesian by birth, but since I was a child, I've always been close to my islander brothers and sisters. Be it Chamorro, Tahitian, Pinoy to the mighty and proud Kānaka maoli, Hawaiʻi maoli and Samoans and Māori and more. And as ohana we are all one tribe under the sun. I was honored when a lone Māori, preformed his solo Haka as protest to the Dakota pipeline for Standing Rock (which hit home because I am a proud decent of both the mighty tribes of Navajo and Sioux) And to watch him do that, helped me truly understand just how connected we are as a people. Kaikun need, not only are you my spirit animal/guide but like all whom have known struggle, you stand firm in what you believe in. In your teachings and life lessons and I thank you for all that you do. Mahalo with all my heart and soul. Polynesians, Native and adopted will stand by your side and face any and all storms with you.

[@panagiotadrakontaeidi7624]

I am so happy about this video...i was able to admire the traditional dances and other stuff...i love Polynesia and i am more than sure that i am going to visit Hawaii in the future as i want to live there as well!!😀💪❤

[@rizeSLIME]

Penny Drako lol slow your role . hawaiis cost of living is expensive asf 😂😂😂 .

[@panagiotadrakontaeidi7624]

@@rizeSLIME hahaha ik mannnn....im like :IM SAVING MY MONEY FOR HAWAII IDC BOUT ANYTHING ELSE😂😂

[@cassball7]

Hawaii is so beautiful and the native Hawaiians are great people. I’m black but they called me cousin!

[@panagiotadrakontaeidi7624]

@@cassball7 I agree its a wonderful place😀💪❤

[@toaleiiosia6228]

I Love you Jason. Thank you for the dedication to Polynesians !! Much Love ❤️

[@n.muniz_0418]

Im South African and our history with our Polynesian brothers and sisters go deep..with sport..and with culture and with life.. it's great to watch people go abroad make an success of themselves and still stay true to who they are and pay homage to their Homeland and culture. Blessings,love and respect from RSA.

[@Kittyintherain57]

I was so moved by your tears. And the dance. I know you played your role with pride and all your heart and soul. 💗💚💗💚💗💚💗💚💗💚💗💚 Much love!

[@jontargaryen841]

wb please give this guy a lifetime contract.

[@pamelaatukunda2122]

I do not know why I cry so much every time I watch the Haka dance. I have no idea what is being said and yet its so emotional.

[@creiwentheelvenone6730]

Jason Momoa -- the most amazing man I have ever laid eyes on, in all ways. We are blessed to share the air, the earth, the water with him!

[@adamwhite3042]

I love and respect the polynesian culture. It is awesome that Jason is carrying it on in the youth and spreading the love.

[@TamaraBellydance]

I adore Polynesian culture and their ancient wisdom, they are the ones who understood long time ago that only in balance of feminine and masculine there can be peace on earth. Mahalo!!!

[@ImCaptainJade]

I was learning about the history and geography related to journey of Polynesian and their origin. After seeing Aquaman and this ritual performance, it’s very fascinating to see the unite and bonding they share with their family and their people. To cherish the heritage to the future generations is an admiring thing to do. Thank you for this.

[@missjade9917]

He has a pink scrunchie in his wrist😍

[@kaiatravis7161]

he always wears it

[@metalxmommy1]

Jade Jaspe he always has that scrunchie.. lol I couldn’t believe after I saw it the first time, I have the exact same one 😁😍😁 #cheeeeehuuuuuu

[@missjade9917]

He is such a wonderful man❤ the way he teared up and thank everyone my heart is melting. Jason Momoa is a gift to hoomans💕

[@rightovawrong8590]

Bcaz he is awesome:)

[@goldenoldies1336]

What's a scrunchie?

[@calvinelamparo3936]

I’m Filipino-American and i love this phenomenal dance from a beautiful culture

[@deannjohnson9004]

What a truly, truly outstanding way to bring the spiritual essence of “group flow” to the whole of our world! THANK YOU POLYNESIA for sharing this inspirational, and intensely uplifting Haka to the whole of humanity at a time when pulling together as ONE is so very needed! Is it right to say “hoʻokahi mau kanaka”? Thank you !!!