'Do NOT get in the way.' Anand Mahindra has a warning for you, and a request to the world

It's not wrong to say that business tycoon Anand Mahindra is a legend when it comes to getting the ball rolling on Twitter with inspiring videos of talented and innovative people. The Mahindra and Mahindra chairman has time and again thrown attention on some of the most hidden talents from our country, using his platform with over 8.4 million followers to good use. Similarly on Thursday evening, the 66-year-old billionaire shared an inspiring video on his official Twitter account of a 10-year-old boy performing Kalaripayattu, a form of Indian martial art also known as Kalari, but with a warning.

"Do NOT get in this young woman's way!," the disclaimer on the video shared by Mahindra read.

Mahindra further emphaised on the Indian martial art form, requesting that it should to be given a significantly greater share of the limelight in our sporting priorities. "This can—and will— catch the world’s attention," he added.


However, in his tweet, Mahindra had mistakenly identified the person as a girl, who later himself came forward to correct the businessman and also thank him for the support.

The video shows the young boy swiftly and effortlessly moving the bamboo stick without breaking a sweat. Kalaripayattu, which originated from Kerala, has a long-standing history within Indian martial arts.


Kalaripayattu is believed to be one of the oldest surviving martial art techniques in India. Those who practice this martial art, posses intricate understanding of pressure points on the human body and also healing techniques, which is a combination of Ayurveda and Yoga.

Just like Mahindra, his followers on Twitter were also in awe of the young man's skills. Some even suggested that the martial art should be taught across schools in India, roping in Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take notice.

Others also agreed with Mahindra, saying that Kalari should be promoted on a global level.

The video has so far garnered over 18.5k likes on Twitter with over 2.2k retweets.

Interestingly, Kalaripayattu can also be incorporated to dance. According to reports, some Indian classical dance schools with traditional curriculum still apply martial arts in their exercise regimen.

This martial art is a combination of several movements such as striking, grappling, kicking, and also preset forms, weaponry and healing techniques.