Inside Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Show: The Real People Hidden as 'Bushes'

At first glance, it looked like just another jaw-dropping Super Bowl Halftime moment…. But buried in the spectacle was something no one expected, and once you see it, you can't unsee it.

The camera panned across the field, music thumping, the crowd roaring. Everything felt massive, cinematic, and perfectly choreographed. Then the internet did what it does best: Someone noticed the bushes were… moving.

It Looked like a Normal Halftime Spectacle... Until the Field Started Moving

From the stands and on TV, the Super Bowl field appeared to be lined with tall grass and shrubs framing Bad Bunny's electric halftime performance. They looked like set dressing: static, decorative, harmless. But viral clips soon revealed the truth… Those weren't props; they were people.

In video footage circulating on X, figures in full grass costumes can be seen running into position on the field, quickly forming neat rows as the audience watches on. The moment is surreal, especially once you realize the "landscape" is alive. As the account behind the video post put it, "the [sic] bushes were people ????"

That single question cracked the illusion wide open. At the same time, sports business reporter Darren Rovell shared a detail that added a whole new layer to the story. The people inside the grass costumes were paid $18.70 an hour for roughly 70 hours of work, totaling about $1,309, which included eight days of rehearsals plus game day.

Suddenly, the halftime show wasn't just a performance; it was a production powered by hundreds of hidden bodies, and each one had a very specific role.

The Meaning Behind the Grass That No One Expected

According to a detailed report from the Daily Mail, one of the performers, Humberto Martinez, explained the deeper meaning behind the unusual visual. "It's honestly supposed to be like a field of dreams and a field of love," he revealed.

Martinez added, "That's why we're all on the outside of it and [sic] everything is happening inside." The image wasn't random; it was symbolic.

The performers, nicknamed "grass bunnies" by the costume department, were instructed to stand perfectly still unless told otherwise. Still, temptation crept in…

"Honestly, that was the hardest thing was not to dance [sic]," Martinez admitted, referencing Bad Bunny's club-ready beats. Still, some couldn't help themselves and grooved to the hits. Another layer of intrigue that fans didn't know was that the walking bushes weren't even part of the original plan; they were a creative pivot.

The Scrapped Stage Plan That Changed the Entire Show

Another performer, Tara Lily, revealed that the stage design ran into major logistical issues. "They originally said that the stage was gonna be seven pieces, but when all of the material came for the staging, it was actually 35 pieces," she explained. The NFL, famously strict about protecting its field, stepped in.

Under league guidelines, several set pieces had to be scrapped, and that's when the idea changed. Instead of structures, they would use people to simulate a field.

Around 400 extras were added to the program, transforming into living walls and fields of grass. It was the only way to preserve Bad Bunny's vision without damaging the turf. The job itself, however, was no walk in the park...

Inside the Physically Brutal Job of Becoming a 'Grass Bunny'

A Business Insider report later revealed what it actually took to become part of the field. The requirements were strict: performers had to be between 5'7" and 6'0", athletic, and capable of wearing a 40-plus-pound costume for long periods.

They also had to measure nearly every part of their body, from head to toe, shoulder to clavicle included. The listing was intentionally vague, as no one was told they'd be dressed as grass.

Rehearsals were intense. Some lasted 12 hours, with performers spending six to seven hours at a time inside the heavy suits while alterations were made. "Stand here and be one with the grass," one performer recalled being told. Easier said than done…

The suits were hot, uncomfortable, and came with unexpected hazards. "Every now and again, you'll have a blade of plastic grass going places where grass should not go," the same performer joked, adding that protective goggles were provided.

Still, there were perks. Seeing Bad Bunny perform from just feet away was unforgettable. During some rehearsals, though, the Grammy winner wasn't even there, as he was in Los Angeles to attend the Grammys. For this reason, the crew used a stand-in affectionately nicknamed "Good Rabbit."

Then, Without Warning, His Instagram Went Completely Blank

And just when fans thought the surprises were over, Bad Bunny made another move that sent social media into a frenzy. After the Super Bowl, he deleted every single post from his Instagram.

His profile has gone completely blank: No photos, no videos, nothing. Naturally, fans have theories… Lots of them.

Fans Immediately Began Reading Between the (Empty) Lines

On Instagram, one person wrote, "That means a huge announcement is coming." Another added, "It means new beginnings. New things are coming 🎉."

Not everyone saw it as symbolic, as one blunt comment read, "He couldn't handle the bad reviews." On the other hand, some rushed to defend the beloved artist. "Good. He doesn't need to see anything. It's alot [sic] of haters out here for no damn reason," one person wrote.

On Facebook, the discussion continued. One fan shared, "He's [sic] does after every big project. Means something is coming." Meanwhile, another commenter expressed, "What an odd thing to do after such a triumphant performance."

Someone else offered a more empathetic take: "I can't blame him. There is a lot of love, but also too much toxicity and hatred. Your peace of mind is priceless!"

Whether it's a teaser for what's next or simply a reset, one thing is clear: Bad Bunny's halftime show didn't just dominate the field; it planted ideas, conversations, and questions everywhere.

And somewhere beneath it all, the bushes were watching.