Actor Vidyut Jammwal has once again demonstrated his commitment to the ancient martial art of Kalari Payattu by pushing both his physical and mental boundaries.
Rigorous Training and Tribute
Through a blend of rigorous training, yoga, and unconventional exercises, he pays homage to the legacy of these traditional practices. Vidyut emphasizes the strength, focus, and warrior spirit they cultivate. Recently, he shared a striking video on his Instagram where he applies candle wax to his eyes while meditating, highlighting his intense training routine.
For the caption, Jammwal stated, “Honoring the ancient Kalari Payattu and Yoga that empower us to transcend limits. Candle wax and blindfolds, a testament to the warrior spirit!” #kalaripayattu #itrainlikevidyutjammwal #streetfighter.
What is Kalaripayattu?
For those unfamiliar, Kalaripayattu, which originates from Kerala, is among the world’s oldest surviving martial arts. It combines intensive physical training with spiritual discipline, featuring distinctive combat techniques, animal-inspired stances, and fluid movements, along with the use of traditional weapons such as swords and sticks.
Upcoming Project: Street Fighter
On the professional front, Vidyut Jammwal is looking forward to the release of his next film, “Street Fighter.” This action-packed movie also stars Noah Centineo, Andrew Koji, Callina Liang, Roman Reigns, David Dastmalchian, Cody Rhodes, Andrew Schulz, Eric André, Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson, and Jason Momoa. The teaser debuted at the 2025 Game Awards, where the cast unveiled the first look of the film.
The official synopsis reveals: “Estranged Street Fighters Ryu (Andrew Koji) and Ken Masters (Noah Centineo) are thrown back into combat when the mysterious Chun-Li (Callina Liang) recruits them for the next World Warrior Tournament: a brutal clash of fists, fate, and fury. Behind this battle royale lies a deadly conspiracy that forces them to confront each other and their past demons. And if they don’t, it’s game over!”
Directed by Kitao Sakurai, the film is set to hit theaters on October 16, 2026.