'Kamehameha': Japan PM Sanae Takaichi's 'Dragon Ball Z' Moment With French President Emmanuel Macron; Video Goes Viral
A video of Sanae Takaichi and Emmanuel Macron sharing a playful moment has gone viral. Takaichi’s animated hand gestures drew comparisons to Dragon Ball Z poses, with both leaders seen laughing, clapping and engaging in a rare lighthearted exchange during a formal press conference.

A lighthearted moment between Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and French President Emmanuel Macron has gone viral, with social media users comparing her animated hand gestures to iconic “Dragon Ball Z” poses during a joint press conference.
Playful Exchange Caught On Camera
The video shows both leaders smiling and laughing as they engage in an unusually informal and energetic interaction.
Takaichi is seen making wide, open-handed gestures waving her arms, clapping, and bringing her hands together while speaking. Macron appears to mirror the energy, joining in with similar gestures and laughter, adding to the moment’s charm.
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The gestures quickly drew comparisons online to scenes from Dragon Ball Z, particularly the dramatic “power-up” poses of its characters.
Many users joked that the Japanese leader appeared to be preparing a “Kamehameha” move during the press meet.
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