Everybody loves a great magic trick, but there’s something especially thrilling about watching an escape artist in action. These performers take danger, suspense, and illusion to an entirely new level, keeping audiences on the edge of their seats. One of the most heartwarming moments involving magic happened when a soldier surprised his daughter during her school’s magic show—proving just how joyful and emotional these performances can be.

During the 2017 season of America’s Got Talent, one magician took the stage and left everyone—including all four judges—completely stunned. That magician was Demian Aditya, an Indonesian escape artist who brought a high-stakes performance unlike anything the AGT stage had seen before. His audition wasn’t just a magic act—it was a full-blown, adrenaline-pumping escape stunt that had the audience holding their breath.
For his act, Demian was chained inside a locked glass box suspended above the stage. What made the trick even more intense was that 900 pounds of sand were slowly pouring into the box, threatening to bury him alive. With only minutes to spare, the suspense grew with every second. As the sand filled the box, the judges and crowd watched in shock, fearing the worst.
To make things even more nerve-wracking, Demian revealed that he had only attempted this particular escape twice before—adding a layer of real danger to an already intense performance. The fear, the buildup, and the mystery of whether he’d make it out in time had the audience completely captivated.
Watch escape artist Demian Aditya risk his life during an America’s Got Talent audition…
By the end of the act, Demian managed to pull off the escape in the most dramatic fashion, leaving both the crowd and the judges speechless. His incredible performance reminded everyone why magic—especially daring escape acts—continues to fascinate us and capture our imagination.
Please share this nail-biting stunt by death-defying escape artist Demian Aditya with your friends and family.