Dr. Bambang, a 30-year-old cancer doctor at the Royal Marsden Hospital, was lured to the audition under false pretenses. He believed he was there to talk to a radio show about his life-saving work, but was instead surprised live on air with an invitation to audition for Britain’s Got Talent. Visibly excited and nervous, Dr. Bambang explained that being a doctor means coming into patients’ lives when they are most vulnerable, but his true dream is to be able to balance both medicine and singing. This incredible backstory immediately positioned him as a real-life hero and set high expectations for his musical talent.
For his audition, Dr. Bambang tackled the incredibly difficult Dreamgirls power ballad, “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going.” From the very first note, his performance was a soaring, soulful revelation. He poured every ounce of his passion into the song, hitting complex vocal runs and delivering a powerful, emotional performance that left the judges completely mesmerized. His joy and enthusiasm were infectious, with Alesha Dixon observing that he was clearly “having the time of his life,” which in turn made the audience happy.
The judges were not only impressed by his vocal talent but also deeply touched by his dedication to saving lives. David Walliams famously called him a “superhero,” saying, “By day the mild-mannered doctor saves lives; by night he’s a singing superstar.” The entire panel praised his beautiful vocal technique and the palpable soul in his voice, calling him the “nicest guy” and a “hero.” With four resounding “yeses,” Dr. Bambang successfully launched his singing dream without having to sacrifice his life-saving career, proving that some people truly can have it all.
