Viral video shows real-life Bambi-Thumper from Disney; netizens say, ‘Art imitated life’ | Watch

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A touching video going viral on the internet featuring a young deer and a rabbit playing together, evoking a sense of nostalgia among netizens, reminiscent of Disney's Bambi and Thumper.


In a post on X, Buitengebieden said, “A real-life Bambi and Thumper..”


Reactions flooded the post, and netizens said they looked “adorable together”. Another wrote, “Art imitated life.” 


As of the time of writing, the video has garnered 12,000 reposts, 119,000 likes, 422 comments, and 7 million views.


One user commented, “They both understand the instincts.” Another user remarked, “They are best friends.” A different user expressed, “Animation brought to life.”


A user said, “This is why Dad and the other Animators at Disney would spend hours at Zoo’s, Farms, petting Zoos, Ranches watching, sketching anything moving for “Bambi” “Jungle Book”. People said ‘Fawns & Rabbits” don’t act that way with each other.. AHH Yes they do ! ;- )”


Bambi and Thumper are iconic characters from Disney's animated film "Bambi," released in 1942. Bambi is a young deer, while Thumper is a rabbit. They share a heartwarming friendship in the film, and their playful interactions have become memorable moments in cinematic history.