Sat Jan 04 06:37:41 UTC 2025: ## Telangana Man Sets Guinness World Record for Stopping 57 Fan Blades With His Tongue

**Suryapet, Telangana –** Kranthi Kumar Panikera, a resident of Suryapet, Telangana, has earned a place in the Guinness World Records for his extraordinary—and somewhat alarming—feat: stopping 57 electric fan blades with his tongue in just one minute. Affectionately known as “Drill Man” for his daring and unusual stunts, Panikera’s achievement has gone viral, garnering nearly 60 million views on social media.

A video shared by Guinness World Records on Instagram shows Panikera, with his long hair and colorful shirt, swiftly and precisely using his tongue to halt the spinning blades of multiple electric fans. The impressive display earned him applause from onlookers. While the stunt has earned him global recognition, it has also sparked considerable debate online.

Many social media users expressed concern over the inherent danger, with questions such as “How is his tongue not cut off?” Others questioned the merit of such a record, with comments like, “Why is this even something worthy of a record?” and “How do you even know you have this ‘talent’?” Some even jokingly suggested he attempt the feat with industrial-sized fans.

Despite the criticism, Panikera expressed his gratitude for the recognition, sharing a message on Instagram stating, “I came from a small village where dreaming big was 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.” He further emphasized that this achievement represents years of dedicated hard work. While the record is unique, its safety and purpose remain points of discussion.

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