Vidyut Jammwal shocks fans by picking two burning candles and pouring the melted wax on his face; Watch

Actor Vidyut Jammwal showcased a daring feat by pouring hot, melted candle wax onto his face. The Instagram video, posted on Tuesday, featured Vidyut in traditional attire—a green shirt, white dhoti, and a black head covering—seated on a stage floor.

Fans get shocked as Vidyut pours hot wax on his face

As the drums played, Vidyut Jammwal danced, surrounded by a small audience. He then took two lit candles and poured the molten wax onto his face. Undeterred, he continued his performance, and a girl approached him with a blindfold, adding another layer to the act. Sharing the video, he wrote, "Honouring 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," he added. Adah Sharma reacted, "You set fire to the stage and on yourself too." One person commented, "Is he gone mad." A fan said, "Vidhyut sir you are absolutely incredible," and another wrote, "We are proud of this."

Vidyut’s upcoming work front

Vidyut Jammwal is set to make his Hollywood debut in Paramount Pictures' live-action reboot of Street Fighter, releasing on October 16, 2026. He will portray Dhalsim, the fire-breathing yogi, a character known for his peaceful nature and dedication to his family. This role marks a significant milestone in Vidyut's career.

Vidyut’s last appearance

Kitao Sakurai directs the upcoming Street Fighter reboot, featuring a star-studded cast. The film includes Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, Jason Momoa, Callina Liang, Roman Reigns, Orville Peck, Cody Rhodes, Andrew Schulz, Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson, David Dastmalchian, and Vidyut Jammwal. The anticipation for this film is high.

Vidyut's last appearance was in Madharaasi, a Tamil psychological action thriller. The film, directed by AR Murugadoss, also stars Sivakarthikeyan, Biju Menon, Vikranth, Rukmini Vasanth, and Shabeer Kallarakkal. This role highlights his versatility.