Kranthi Kumar Panikera, from Telangana’s Suryapet, has earned a Guinness World Record for stopping 57 electric fans with his tongue in just a minute. Known for his fearless stunts, Panikera—often called the drill man—has once again created a world record.
The remarkable achievement, shared by Guinness World Records on their Instagram account, left viewers awestruck. Accompanying the video, they wrote: “Most electric fan blades stopped using the tongue in one minute 57 by Kranthi Drillman.”
The footage showcases Panikera standing before a row of whirring fans, swiftly halting the spinning blades with exceptional precision. The quick, deliberate movements prove his agility, incredible control and resilience.
Look at the incredible feat:
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In just a matter of days, the video has garnered over 58 million views, igniting a wave of reactions across.
In the comments section, Panikera wrote, “Dear Guinness World Records Team, I’m @kranthidrillman. I have come from a Small Village where dreaming Big seems too big for us. Today achieving Four Guinness World Records seems unbelievable. I am truly honored and grateful to have been recognized by the Guinness World Records. This achievement is not only a personal milestone but also a testament to the hard work and dedication I had put all these years. Thank you for everything.”
“How is his tongue not cut off?” a user wrote in the comments. Another user commented, “Still half asleep and trying to process what has just been seen.”
A third user said, “Why is this even something worthy of a record?” A fourth person wrote, “How do you even know you have this ‘talent’?”