Street Fighter Star Vidyut Jammwal Proves He’s The Perfect Dhalsim With His New Martial Art Video!

This Independence Day, Street Fighter actor Vidyut Jammwal took to his social media to give audiences a glimpse of his mastery of India’s traditional martial arts, offering a compelling look at why he is the ideal choice to bring the iconic Indian fighter Dhalsim to life in Paramount Pictures’ Street Fighter.

In the video, Vidyut Jammwal showcases the Vada-Chakkar, an iconic weapon of Gatka, the traditional martial art of the Sikhs. He demonstrates remarkable control, precision, and fluidity while explaining that mastering its spin requires years of practice to understand its momentum and flow. He also draws a parallel between the Vada-Chakkar and the Urumi of Kalaripayattu, highlighting the richness of India’s martial arts heritage.

His blend of physical skill, discipline, and philosophical understanding of these ancient practices makes his casting as Dhalsim especially fitting. As the Street Fighter character—an Indian yogi and martial artist known for extraordinary abilities and spiritual discipline—finds an authentic real-world counterpart in Vidyut, bringing India’s martial arts tradition to a global stage.

Vidyut Jammwal’s post here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DcDPq0PMlBu/?igsh=MTlhbzk4c215OXZtbA==&igsi=MTlhbzk4c215OXZtbA==

Vidyut’s latest showcase is a powerful reminder that his casting as Dhalsim is more than just a role—it seamlessly connects his real-life martial arts expertise with the character’s Indian roots, making him a natural fit for the iconic fighter.

Street Fighter will release on 16 October 2026 across India in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.

By Keerti Kadam