Witnessed this incredible Kalaripayattu performance at Tannirbavi Beach fest.

The performers move with almost impossible grace, maintaining a delicate balance between control and chaos. Their focus was intense—eyes locked on each other, muscles taut. You can feel the tension in the air as the flexible blades slice close to their own bodies. Each dodge, spin looks like a calculated gamble against injury :] The sound is unforgettable a mix of sharp cracks and the hum of the metal slicing through air. It feels surreal like where one wrong step could lead to disaster, yet everything flows in perfect harmony. There were many other breathtaking stunts but this was the best for me.