Actor Vasilis Bisbikis seen Enjoying Lively Cretan Festival Hours Before Arrest
A newly surfaced video depicts Greek actor Vasilis Bisbikis enthusiastically dancing with actress Danae Pappas at a traditional Cretan festival just hours before an incident led too his arrest. The footage, originally posted to TikTok by user @vasilis.mountakis on November 27, 2023, shows Bisbikis and Pappas amidst a large crowd at the Tsikoudia Festival organized by the Cretan Transfiguration association.The pair appear joyful and carefree as they participate in the festivities alongside musicians, including Grigoris Samolis and his band.
The video’s resurfacing comes as Bisbikis faces legal consequences following a recent car accident involving damage to parked vehicles and a garage door. While details of the incident continue to emerge, the contrast between the actor’s visible exuberance in the TikTok clip and the gravity of the current situation has sparked public discussion. The 24sports.com.cy report highlights this juxtaposition, noting how some observers are focusing on the timing of the video’s renewed attention alongside the unfolding legal proceedings.
The Tsikoudia Festival, a party of the traditional Cretan spirit distilled from grapes, drew a large crowd of young people and others to enjoy music and dancing. The TikTok video, captioned with hashtags including #Greece, #Crete, #music, and #Samolis, captures the energetic atmosphere of the event. Bisbikis, along with fellow actors Michalis Aerakis and Grigoris Samolis, are seen fully immersed in the celebration.