While the song has garnered nearly 60 million views, the mascot of SEA Games 32 is also receiving significant attention.
SEA Games 32 Mascot
The mascot for SEA Games 32 is a pair of rabbits inspired by Sophea Tonsay, a rabbit character from Khmer folklore. Sophea Tonsay is known for being gentle, intelligent, and adorable, making her a favorite among children.
The pair of rabbits are dressed in traditional bokator attire, a sport that has been submitted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Cambodia for consideration as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity.
Image of SEA Games 32 mascot.
Additionally, in Khmer culture, the white rabbit serves as both a religious symbol and a representation of justice and happiness. Not only in Cambodia but also in many other places, the rabbit symbolizes good luck, intelligence, agility, resourcefulness, and the ability to adapt and overcome challenges.
The design of the two rabbits, Borey and Rumduol, was created by Ly Kim An, a 1997-born taekwondo athlete currently residing in Phnom Penh. She won the logo and mascot design competition for SEA Games, which was initiated in 2019.
SEA Games 32 mascot introduced at the closing ceremony of SEA Games 31. (Photo: SG).
SEA Games 32 Song
“Cambodian Pride” – the official song of SEA Games 32 has achieved 59 million views on YouTube just 10 days after its release.
The song debuted on April 10, produced by Chet Tengrith, featuring four singers: Preap Sovath, Khemarak Sereymun, Khem, and Ton Chanseyma. It has received over 16,000 comments, with most viewers praising it as an easy-to-listen-to song with a cheerful melody that fits well with sports. Additionally, the song strongly reflects Cambodian culture through its arrangement featuring various traditional instruments.
The song showcases aspects of Cambodian culture.
The music video was filmed in Phnom Penh. Behind the four singers, a dance troupe performs traditional dances of the country. The host of SEA Games 32 also features several landmarks such as Morodok Techo National Stadium, Angkor Wat Temple, Neak Loeung Bridge, and various traditional dishes within the video. Additionally, images of several sports, including Cambodia’s traditional martial art – Kun Khmer, are included.
SEA Games 32 will take place from May 5 to 17 in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, with the opening ceremony scheduled for the evening of May 5 at Morodok Techo National Stadium.
