Rhythm nation: politician’s viral dance moves mark new, optimistic era for Hungary

Zsolt Hegeds's celebrations since the election of Peter Magyar have sparked joy across the country

As Hungary's Peter Magyar took office, ousting Viktor Orban after 16 years in power, the daylong event on Saturday was laced with symbolism, from the return of the EU flag to parliament to the ringing out of the European anthem, Ode to Joy.

But it was the 56-year-old tipped to be the new health minister - and more specifically, his dance moves - that may have become the most potent symbol of Hungary's new political era.