YouTuber and television host Karthik Surya recently shared a striking 60-second reel on Instagram that highlights 60 iconic destinations in Kerala. It was shot covering nearly 2,500 kilometres over nine days. The video has crossed 8 million views so far,.
It shows both popular destinations and hidden gems from all 14 districts of the south Indian state and has quickly gone viral, amassing over eight million views so far. Followers and fans praise his dedication and effort in making this reel happen.
Celebrities And Public Figures Applaud
The reel has drawn admiration from several celebrities and influencers as well. Actress and TV host Pearle Maaney commended his hard work, while Tanzanian vlogger Kili Paul expressed his excitement about visiting Kerala.
Actress-host Parvathy R Krishna remarked, “You are awesome,” and actress Manju Pillai described the video as “fire!” Other notable figures such as Noorin Shereef, Arya from Badai Bungalow, Alina Padikkal, and Sooraj Thalekkad also praised the reel.
Minister PA Muhammad Riyas even shared it with the hashtag “My Kerala, always beautiful.”
The Reel Features Iconic Landmarks
The reel features some of Kerala’s famous landmarks, such as the Kanakakkunnu Palace, Kochi Marine Drive, Palayam Church, Vadakkunathan Temple, Jatayu Earth Centre, Thanneermukkom Bund, and Arthungal Church.
Karthik is seen dancing to the “Manasilayo” song from the Rajinikanth movie Vettaiyan, from each of these locations. This has made it more engaging and fun to watch for the viewers. The song is currently trending and this too has contributed to the massive viewership.
BTS And Challenges
In a behind-the-scenes video titled ‘The Day, I Understood the Value of Seconds‘, Karthik Surya shared the many challenges his team faced during the shoot, including losing their drone. Despite these hardships, they managed to complete the ambitious project. Karthik Surya reflected on the experience, saying, “It feels good that we did it. I hope it brings a smile to Thalaivar’s face, as I dedicate this to him.”
