- Title Busker Showdown: Viral Video Sparks Outcry As Musician's Standoff In Sydney's Pitt Street Mall
- Summary A viral TikTok video captures a clash between buskers Widya Tjong and Vasiliy Shapkin, over a prime spot in Sydney's Pitt Street Mall. Violinist Shapkin insisted that Tjong vacated the space he reserved for 2pm, citing unwritten 'rules’, with the interaction being captured on camera in a TikTok that went on to gather over 2 million views before being removed. Despite protests from onlookers, Widya reluctantly yielded as Shapkin justified his claim by temporarily leaving his belongings nearby. Ms. Tjong attempted to dispute the argumentative Vasily, claiming that she found the spot empty upon arrival. However, the confrontation escalated with Shapkin eventually starting his performance. Widya was overwhelmed by anger and feeling unsupported by a fellow busker but was most disappointed by the ‘trying to bring you (Widya) down’ and the ‘gaslighting and threats’.
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- Footage type Mobile phone
- Filming Location Sydney
- Country Australia
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Date Posted: 19th March 2024
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