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Michelle is literally like Barbie she knows how to do every job possible
omg yes she’s the literal description of who Barbie is/should be
Fr tho
She should have been in the Barbie movie!!
True but hasent posted in a long Time
people don't really understand the circus but you showed it off very well. It's about unlocking the feeling of wonder that we hardly ever get anymore
I’m glad they don’t use animals anymore. As a kid in the 70’s and early 80’s, my family would go the Ringling Bros Circus. We would watch acts with the tigers, bears, lions, and elephants. Had no idea at the time of animal abuse.
I was so glad to see it too, lights my heart up!!!!
@@taoist32yeah I’m so glad as well it’s awful what they’d do to animals for money
I agree
Well said
I cried so hard when that girl missed her triple flip. The people at the circus are so talented and I’m so happy Michelle gave us a glimpse into that world. I’ve never once thought about the art form and athleticism that’s needed to be in the circus. They’re so cool. This video was awesome! Wiping my tears now lol
Did you actually cry or are you exaggerating? It just didn’t seem like a particularly sad moment so I’m confused.
@@rachelcookie321 I legitimately cried. It doesn’t have to be emotional to you for it to be emotional for me 😊
lmao really now
@@28rivera I get it, I cried so much during this whole episode! Something about that atmosphere
All I see with the circus is the skill and muscle needed. 🙈
Her having Matthew Mercer narrate is so amazing!! I'm loving that!! ❤️
I thought he sounded familiar!!
@@kelpjelli It was bugging me so much
I knew I recognized that voice!!
I am a youth circus performer and seeing you putting yourself out there and not being afraid to fail inspires me so much. I actually have a performance tommorow lol.
Break a leg!
@@MichelleKhare Michelle I know you want to see this and I know you won’t respond but thanks for inspiring me to never give up
@@MichelleKharecan you do a icu nurse challenge and a flight nurse?
I hope it went well!!
@@MichelleKhare so kind! i bet she makes peoples days but hearting or replying! i also really appreciate you doing the army video! my sister was in the army or military (i’m sorry i really don’t know the terms) and we watched that video together. she was so happy that people show how much stuff that recruits go through. thank you
Her resume is a 500 page essay
I think at this point she could apply to any job and say she has experience
Nah more like 200 something lol
"yeah, so I practiced in the fbi, I tried out csi academy, I practiced in the secret service and I did 911 dispatch temporarily, I also was in butler academy, lifeguard academy… oh! I was also in fire academy and trained like a broadway star, did I tell you about that time I-"
Her video’s always make me tear up
Literary
I work (behind the scenes) for Cirque du Soleil, and doing the same thing day in and day out can quickly become a slog, just like any other job. I needed to find this video when I did to remind myself why I do what I do. To see the magic again through someone else's lens gets me excited again. Thank you, Michelle, and well done (also, I used to work at KA and never heard the story Jonathan told. I'm gonna have to ask around about it).
You have my dream job (or something close to it) - please remember when you are having a slogy day as we all do from time to time, that there are people like me who aspire to be a person like you :)
I honestly love her confidence when performing, especially because it's her first time and she has enough confidence to even do stuff like this
As someone who went to a circus school until I was 16, I can confirm it's really about finding that one spark that tells you "That's my act"
😍
And what was your act?
I was a juggler and clown !@@nclsDesign
Yup I did that first before gymnastics and I really hated it. But that said i hated everything that was a team anything haha. I was a swimmer,.gymnast, track n field were my main 3
@@nclsDesignno reply… 😂 that really speaks a lot
i used to jokingly say that i should just run away and join the circus but now i’m thinking i really should. Such incredible performers
But I feel like I'm too old now :/
@@user-mj6qr2ky9d you are never too old :) if u want to do something go ahead and do it, confidence is key. dont waste ur life thinking about something u should do, be brave take a risk and do it
there are some performances that might come and go with age but there's still a lot of other performances that certainly don't! @@user-mj6qr2ky9d
no one is too old to do anything, follow what you want to do in life! you should not care what other people think! :D@@user-mj6qr2ky9d
@@user-mj6qr2ky9dhow old are you
for her first performance it was amazing seeing everyone be so happy and proud of her, i mean that happens in every challenge accepted video but it’s amazing to watch her perform through anxiety and fear and never show it. michelle is an incredible human and i hope to one day be able to say eff off to all my fear
Dude, I am 36 and I am crying. I have been traveling around the world for the past 7 years doing photography, volunteering, and learning about culture and people. In the last 1-2 years, I have questioned myself a lot and been looking for my purpose and sense of what I am doing. This video triggered me so much to believe in myself, explore, try the unknown, and keep going to meet the most amazing and inspiring people. Thank you for that video. Self-expression combined with love and people is what life is about. ❤
I love that Michelle enters each 'Challenge Accepted!' with indomitable enthusiasm. It's also been interesting to see the challenges get more baroque and terrifying. Having said that, this is the first time I've seen Michelle stand wide-eyed and open mouthed in fear. And the she just freakin' did it!
Yup and also apparently cursed
That Is so true@@Scarlettraventaqua1
I couldn’t have loved this more! As a trapeze instructor who has trained over 10,000 people to fly on the trapeze and had Channing Tatum play me in a film about my teaching, I can only tell you that the Trapeze isn’t about holding on, it’s about letting go of what keeps you from flying. Stress, tension, fear, control issues, etc. Once you let go of what is holding you back in life, you’re free to soar! Congratulations on yet another great video!
💐 here are your flowers my friend. A small thank you for all the coolness you’ve brought to the world.
omg channing tatum played you?! movie name please!
@@car12official It was a short film directed by Rita Wilson, starring Channing, Tatum, Jeanne Tripplehorn and Aisha Tyler called “The Trap”. The writer of the story developed it as an article for Glamour magazine after visiting one of my classes.
madlad
@@raypierce5818 cool story, bro.
26:55 I loved how it went from a heartfelt moment to people playing ping pong
I can’t believe how much Michelle Khare has done and how many challenges she overcame she is a really great person😊
as a youth troupe circus performer and a long time fan of Michelle, I cannot believe this video finally happened. I was a especially happy to see flying trapeze as it was one of the first things I ever did in circus. I literally cried the first time I got up there from a fear of heights, but now I’m still doing this two years later. Circus really is magical. And to Michelle, if you ever see this, you are a huge inspiration for me and I thank you so so much for doing all of this and showing the beauty of circus. ❤
You are amazing!!!!!
@@MichelleKhare omg this made my day thank you 🫶🫶🫶
@@MichelleKhare ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
The circus is a hard working and talented community that just wants to be respected. This challenge accepted was a real treat Michelle! 🎪
3:35 saying yes but meaning no, lol
This is wanting me to join the circus now bc of the great community of people and for them to allow Michelle to join their family was so sweet to see and know that ever one of them got her back just seems so amazing ❤️
10:34 i had to replay this scene a couple of times, the way she put on that confidence so easily almost gives me hope(as a minor hoping to make it in the industry), i would've never guessed she was nervous.
the editing in this episode was truly phenomenal- the cut from the national anthem to the ping pong game was so cool
Agreed 💯
I know, the production value of it, just amazing!
Did anyone else have a minor freak out when they heard Matthew Mercer's voice? Please say this means there is a Challenge Accepted x Critical Role collab coming soon!!! I've been wishing for that for a while now!!
I fully freaked out. FULLY
I went directly to the description box to see if I was hearing things or not, and it fully confirmed it 😂
I did a double take!! I love this crossover!
omg omg omg the fact the Michele liked this comment...
Totally started freaking out when I saw that Matt was gonna narrate it!
I have been to circus Vargas in California, it was the BEST!
Michelle is zo motivating and zo amazing that she can learn all these difficult stuff that normal people couldnt do in just 2 or even 1 month. She is amazing and deserves every bit of love and respect. ❤️❤️😊
This video was honestly one of your best in my opinion, you and the team really nailed the balance between Michelle and the amazing family in this circus, I felt so immersed! One of the most underrated creators right now
🥹 this means so much to me and the team!
@@MichelleKhare All love! Keep up the amazing work, can’t wait for the next one :)
@@MichelleKhare i also agree with this comment, this actually inspired me so much! i always wondered what job i would be interested in, as i didn't have a passion, but i really feel like i've found my passion thanks to you! keep doing your best, and this circus is awesome! :) p.s: you did so great for your first time lol
This is why Michelle is my favorite KZheadr. She isn’t fake like others. She isn’t boring like others. She puts out inspirational content that is entertaining, funny, and heartwarming. Thanks Michelle! You did great!
She’s better than Mr. Beast for sure. Mr. Beast hasn’t experienced anything but luck.
She ate this so badddddd. She looks good in every career man. We love a talented woman.
I love watching your vids, whenever i watch your video i feel excitement through my whole body. Whatever i see you do makes me wanna do that too! And when i grow up i will try to forget my fears and follow my dreams. And trust the process 😊💓 you are such an inspiration!
The stories Michelle will tell her children and grand children are going to be epic.
She’ll have so many they will think she is lying and crazy lol
@@nick.100 she has all the receipts
agreeable. @@nick.100
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So much respect for circus performers. They work incredibly hard and seem to be very kind, generous people. Michelle fits right in!
This video made me cry more than once. The editing was just incredible. Your craft of video storytelling and your courage and skillsets are only growing with each year. It's so wonderful and awe inspiring to witness!
I'm only six minutes in and I gotta say your production value is so freaking high. I've been following you since you made content with Jordan at BuzzFeed. I absolutely love everything you do. I admire you!
wow
Agree. But 6 minutes in im thinking why are people risking their lives, for entertainment?
She has a great team for production.
@@mandypdxWhy do people do anything that has risk?
@@NickzAndMikz yes, she absolutely does.
Circuses, especially women's circuses have been the most accepting artistic spaces I've experienced! I have zero physical background and started relatively late (mid 20s) but still got a lot. My act turned out to be stage magic - my childhood passion - and I really got into contortion! (But only early stages before COVID stopped all training). I'm much more into producing now, but I did pick up some skills in acro, tumbling, clowning, German Wheel, even fire eating - loved that!!
that is amazing!! you are so cool!!!
Ooooh @@MichelleKhare How about you try fire eating one day? :)) Lysm
This video is just so amazing, wonderful, fun, fantastic and so much more. I loved every single minute of it. From her facial expressions 😂to her honesty in every moment. Man , I just loved it !!! Thank you Michelle Khare for making videos like these!! Thank you for bringing a smile to my face, its honour to be one of your latest subscribers. 😄Thank you for being who you are
I sometimes work as an audio engineer for a circus show and circus people are the kindest most welcoming people, it really is like a family !
I grew up a competitive gymnast and being in the circus was always my dream. I grew up in too small of a town to ever train it but this video brings tears to my eyes. Circus is so beautiful, I wish I had your courage Michelle.
I also grew up in a small town and never got to train it. I am finally living in a city that has it and starting going there in February. It has changed my life. It is never too late to start!
My dream fr ❤ Hope you achieve it too
MATTHEW MERCER!? I knew I recognized that voice! You did incredibly, and it takes so much strength to face your fears, especially in such a public format.
Yeah Matt mercer he’s really cool I’m glad he’s the narrator
I know right?!
Your videos continue to blow me Michelle! The ambition, the creative vision, the organization, all of it is incredibly impressive and admirable! Honored to have someone like you to watch and learn from! Keep being a shining star!
It’s so beautiful to watch the circus work together, and forgive each other for every mistake it really makes me feel happy!
As someone who’s in a Circus, this makes me so happy!
Cool!! What's your act?
That's amazing bro
I do aerial silks:) its so fun
@@mothdied2241 cool!!
This is amazing!!!! Thank you for presenting our world so masterfully. The production quality of this feature is stunning. Now I know why CHALLENGE ACCEPTED is the Streamy Awards 2023 Best Show🤩
Best ringmaster in the world!! Thank you for so warmly inviting us into your home Johnathan!!
Sir, your voice is stunning, just hearing you sing would be worth a trip to the circus, and then there's all the other goodies!
@@bararobberbaron859 thank you. You are very kind 🙏🏿
Love your vids and you literally are good at everything you’ve encouraged me to try so much! Thanks! ❤
Did anybody else tear up when she said “ maybe even leaving with a little bit of that… sawdust.” I felt my eyes watering! 😭
I never knew much about circus life but just seeing how all of the performers were either married, family members, etc.. was truly heartwarming❤ I cannot even begin to imagine how tight knit the circus community much be 🤗
Truly inspirational in every aspect including the videography. Absolutely phenomenal Michelle!
This was amazing! I did not want it to end and would watch any full length feature that you and your team produce!
You don’t understand the huge impact you’ve left on me as a person, your fearlessness to try everything is really inspiring, thank you Michelle!! 🩵
girl you havent even watched the full video
@@dr7coo_why do she need to watch the full video
SOunds like someone hasn't tried everything huh?@@dr7coo_
@@dr7coo_ how do you know that(
@@josephinekavanagh8478 cuz when I wrote my comment she commented at 2 minutes after the video came out
Went to the circus about a month ago for the first time and there really is something so magical about it. Sitting in my chair, thinking about the hundreds of people who sat in that same chair before me and felt the same joy i was feeling waiting to see what happens next, it was awesome. So much respect for every performer in this industry, i hope they never get tired of it.
I love how Michelles expressions and faces are always so genuine! Like shes really just enjoying everything
I actually went to one of the last Barnum & Bailey circus acts with this very ringleader. I was able to see all of these acts myself, and it is one of my favorite childhood memories. wow. thank you Michelle for this flashback.
Michelle makes everything look so easy with her determination. She continues to surprise me, what a champ.
Michelle we are so proud of you for doing this! As a circus and entertainment company on the east coast very few people ever know how much goes into making a show or event happen. From set up, to costumes, to the actual physical act of circus its truly magic! You did an awesome job and even though you say you won't be joining the circus this time its amazing you exposed the world to how amazing a place it is. Cheers!
So much love for Michelle’s channel!! Keep up the good work!❤❤❤👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
You should totally try doing aerial silks or figure skating. You would love both of them, I’ve done figure skating since I was 4 and just started silks this year. They are both so fun and might even be a break from really hard activities. I hope you se this bye! 👋
I felt like it was me standing in that motorcycle cage. I have never seen fear of death better captured on a human face! Amazing job getting through that!
right. I was dying just watching it.
Okay so I LOVE this series to begin with and then she has MATTHEW MERCER narrating? That's so incredible. Two of my favorites collaborating!
Matthew Mercer narrating is the most unnecessary cameo ever. And I love it
You are genuinely the most inspiring person I have ever watched. Your videos are amazing. I actually cried when you performed the flying trapeze act. You are honestly amazing. You have inspired me to really go out there and chase my dreams no matter what. Thank you.
Michelle is the definition of never give up. She’s done every job I can think of, and never gave up. She struggled with some but never gave up ❤ challenge accepted
michelle is truly out here doing all of the side quests
This comment ✨💛
Can we appreciate how much effort she puts in these vids for us like fr show her some love
I love this ❤ I went to Italy once for 5 days. First day first thing they told me to get up on the pyramid and then we learnt basic juggling. We created an act in a few days and performed in a small village in tuscany and then in Sienna un-planned. I really love circus so deeply. I'm not a pro but I enjoy it. The video made me sooo happy, thank you❤
Wow this is crazy just a few days of training and you can pull off this?! You inspire me so much to not give up and you are so talented you can do anything with just a bit of training, and you give such encouraging words. Even when people fail you still are proud of them, you push yourself and others to achieve your/their goals.
The climax of your videos never fail to make me tear up. You and your entire production team truly know how to invoke such a wide range of emotions I never thought a KZhead video could do. Keep up the amazing content. Thank you all for your hard work and dedication!
as someone who watched second hand my families legacy of ringling bros grow and die, this video made me really emotional. i’ve always been a gymnast, dancer, and theater performer and the saying about the sawdust changing your life is true. i can never get enough skill sets, dances, performances. thank you for sharing this experience
U have a good amount of likes but I think it would help specifying what a ringling bros are cause I don’t know what that is and I also think you mean you watched them first hand unless you had only heard about it from someone else or only saw recorded videos about them
Can I ask how your family’s legacy died?
I actually think Michelle is the most inspiring human I know, she just can success in everything, is always happy to learn something new and is really confident in people. As a french I actually just discovered this channel and I'm really impressed ! Does make you want to do things with your life !
I was cheering you on the entire way. Love your content- this is fabulous!!
This has easily become one of my favourite episodes from Challenge Accepted ever. Absolutely beautiful, with stunning performances and the most wonderful people. Truly mind-blowing what they achieve to do every single night! I also felt so welcomed into a world I had never known much of before. Thank you, Michelle and all of the team behind the scenes.
she even put aside her fears when needed and performed an amazing act once again thank you
I had to laugh at the beginning of the video when the Ringmaster asked Michelle if she was ready and she shook her head “no” while saying, “Challenge Accepted!”
This actually gave me chills, I love ur content so much❤️❤️
This video re-lit my love for the circus! This video is amazing and it even made me feel like I wanted to try this too!! Maybe one day, but this will always be a video I'd never forget :D
Michelle is awesome, she has done so many things out of her comfort zone and she just pulls it off so well even if she feels like giving up she still pushes through and makes everyone's day.
I tear up watching every one of these videos. I do not personally know Michelle but I can't help but be so freaking proud of her.
Um why would u tear up its not sad or anything-💀
@@TwillightSandhu-et4vs who said I was sad? Do you think that people who cry at weddings are all upset?
I know what you mean. It’s like pride of knowing that in this world, there is someone who takes on challenges, gets back up whenever they are knocked down, and tries again and again till they get something done. It’s beautiful knowing that there are people out there like that, because it truly isn’t easy, being able to push through challenging or difficult things. It’s courage, bravery, adventure, and someone’s willingness to try and learn everything that is so beautiful to see. So yes, the tearing up definitely understandable. I did too.
@@TwillightSandhu-et4vssome people are more emotional and thats not a bad thing💀
I do too, I always get so happy when I see people succeed in things
This is one of the most incredible and cinematic videos I have ever seen from a KZheadr. Keep doing what you’re doing. It’s incredibly inspiring ❤️
Watching this video has truly inspired me that maybe if I never reach my goals. I can run away to live a life in the circus. It looks amazingly fun and just thinking about making others happy is my one goal in life.
Didn't expect a circus act to get me emotional, but heck, here we are!!
The sawdust is real. Growing up I was in a local youth circus, kind of like a football team. I moves out a couple years ago and currently can't do any circus stuff. So when I say the sawdust is real I mean that whatever that feeling is it brought me to tears just watching this, remembering what it feels like ot have that community and to have that moment on stage that just stays with you
I was not expecting to hear Matt Mercer's voice for the narration about Johnathan! It made the video even more amazing ✨
my knowledge of circus and its culture was limited but this video alone enlightened me so much! it's beautiful how full of trust and family, sense of belonging and community it is!!
This was absolutely phenomenal! Shoutout to the videographers and editing team, these recent videos have seriously been masterpieces. And I feel like you know it's a top tier Michelle video when you cry happy tears at the end--so inspiring to watch her face her fears and master news skills like a absolute pro!
As I watched you stand during the first task, I imagined myself standing there and, after breathing again, the tears rolling down my face prove i should not try to run away with the circus. Kudos to you!
you have a grown man crying here. Loved the circus since beeing young. In this video you can see what the circus is about. Challenges, Family and trust an Emotions. just love to see it!
okay ngl, I teared up a bit at the end idk maybe it was seeing all the familys working together or maybe it made me feel inspired to do something with my life, not sure but all I know is by far one of my fav vids ever!!
Started bawling my eyes out in the first 5 minutes already. The production, the woman, the people of the circus - I have goosebumps for life. Something happened in the past year that makes your videos extraordinarily great. Enjoying your content for years now but it’s deeper now. Looking forward for all the stories that are coming in the future!!
Another BANGER video, kept me entertained all the way to the end, and I felt an emotional attachment to these people and what they do, and the fact that they're willing to have you go on their shows and be a part of the family. The circus is something that will always feel weird, but also be so fun.
Great video. Fascinating look into a world of incredibly talented people. and you totally rocked it. 💪❤
Ive always been obsessed with the circus, ever since I saw cirque de Soleil on tv (it was KOOZA) I just love that stuff so much ♡♡
The editing over every video but this one specifically with all the cool effects of the circus was amazing to watch!! 😭🫶🏻 always so happy to see Michelle conquer another challenge, its always so inspiring! 🤍🤍
Day 3 of asking: Michelle, you should do colorguard for a day. Like if you trained with the blue devils or blue coats. Or really any DCI team. It would be so cool! I highly suggest doing colorguard because it is actually harder than you think. Or if you did marching band that would be cool too!
Agreed!!!! I'm a matching band wind player and I was totally thinking about that. I think Color guard would be great for her especially that it is fairly learnable so you wouldn't spend the entire time trying to make notes come out of a horn.
OMG YES PLEASE!!
Another Great Episode/ Keep up the fantastic work.
Each episode I watch, each one surprises me more and more, I'm loving it.😍
Michelle has done some crazy stuff on this channel, but this was one of only two episodes out of her hundreds that I was actually nervous for her safety. This, and the firefighting episode where she literally could have died almost instsntly if she took her mask off. She's an icon and such a boss
Also lol, knowing the Khares' she either didn't tell them she was doing this OR they were like, "hell yeah go for it" literally no in between haha. And omg the main circus leaders' voice is gorgeous. So clearly trained in Opera. Such a fun episode
Great video. Never knew the circus had so much behind them. Must say your challenge-accepted series is better than most TV shows. I was captivated for the whole 35 minutes and could have easily watched even longer. Thanks for consistently making great videos.
Michelle is honestly the most brave person that fact that she is so hype so brave it’s just wow❤
I love that you captured the beauty and family of these amazing people
Michelle and Matt Mercer, 2 universes merged...even more excited for this video than I was already!
I think Matt was happy with this video
the fact that she ALWAYS puts herself out there no matter what. like she risks her lives almost every video! i love you michelle your so entertaining!! thank you for making me smile every day. you truly make my day better and for that i’m thankful! have a great day, everyone.
omg i love circus,and i actually talked about it on my podcast,and when i saw that u uploaded a video about it i was so excited cause i kinda wondered why didn’t you already do it
This was absolutely mesmerizing!! And what beautiful photography too! I actually forgot all of my current problems while watching this!
In another life, I was a circus performer. I know it in my soul. I’ve always loved anything with the circus (besides the animal cruelty, of course). I love the aesthetics of the circus and was blown away by what people who work in Vegas shows can do! This was so inspirational and it honestly made me cry. You are so brave!!! Thank you for shining light on this often mysterious and exhilarating world. I will always have a special place in my heart for the circus. ❤
I totally agree, felt the same ! ❤️
I love this series, every time i feel like a failure. this series reminded me that everyone is struggling and im not alone feeling this way, and it's the mater of how do i pick myself up rather than wallowing in my own missery, thank you for showing your struggles and it's okay to fail, thank you for this series
Same like every time I feel down I watch a video from her and instantly feel better. I love her so much for been brave enough to try so many new things ❤