Refreshing Twist! Netizens Cheer As Elephant Mascot Grooves To Rajinikanth's 'Kaavaalaa'

Step right up and witness the viral sensation taking the internet by storm: a captivating video featuring what appears to be a dancing elephant from Kerala.

But hold onto your assumptions, because upon closer inspection, it becomes clear that this spectacle involves a person adorned in an elephant costume, grooving to the infectious beats of the beloved Rajinikanth tune, 'Kaavaalaa'.

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The footage depicts the mascot executing a well-coordinated choreography, swaying to the rhythm of 'Kaavaalaa' in the midst of a Kerala street, surrounded by an intrigued audience. For those just catching wind of the phenomenon, 'Kaavaalaa' gained significant traction online last year, featuring Rajinikanth and Tamannaah Bhatia.

Viral elephant dance video shared on Reddit

Nammadey aaana inganeyalaaaa..?????
byu/MasterShifu_21 inKerala

Shared by the Reddit handle r/Kerala, the caption aptly reads, "Nammadey aaana inganeyalaaaa (Our elephant is not like this)."

The video has sparked a range of reactions from internet users. While some struggled to discern whether it was a genuine elephant, others welcomed the refreshing change.

Redditors react to elephant dance delight

One user remarked, "Now see this is fun. Let the poor animals be free in the wild. We can entertain ourselves." Another, who recently watched 'Poacher' on Prime Video, shared insights, saying, "As per the series, there are more than 2300 captive elephants in India. I hope someday all of them will return to their natural habitat n have a peaceful life as others."

"I didn¡¯t realize it was a costume until I read the comments. Kudos, we need such costumes for ulsavam, poorams, and all those cultural koppu," echoed a third user.

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Earlier this month, a similar video went viral, sparking controversy on social media. This video showcased an elephant, surrounded by a crowd, dancing to lively dhol beats.

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