Kolkata man hangs from towering lamp post, performs pull-ups over busy road

A video from Kolkata shows a young man climbing a towering pole and performing risky exercises high above the busy road.A video of a man doing pull-ups over a busy road in Kolkata is viral. (Photo: X)A viral video from Kolkata shows a young man hanging from the top of a towering lamp post and performing pull-ups as if it were an ordinary exercise bar. The clip, which has spread widely across social media, captures the man balancing confidently as he carries out pull-ups and other bodyweight movements without any visible safety gear.What has left viewers particularly stunned is his composure. Despite the considerable height and the obvious danger involved, the man appears completely at ease, pausing occasionally before continuing his routine while someone films the spectacle from below.The video also shows a fire brigade vehicle stationed underneath the pole. Fire personnel appear to have positioned themselves as a precautionary measure, seemingly prepared to respond if the man were to lose his grip or fall. However, it remains unclear whether the stunt was planned with the authorities or what circumstances led to the rescue team's presence.Watch here: As the clip made the rounds online, social media users flooded the comments section with jokes, memes and witty one-liners. Many compared the man to an action movie character, while others quipped that conventional gyms had become "too mainstream". Several users simply expressed disbelief at his confidence, saying they felt nervous just watching the video.Not everyone, however, found the stunt entertaining. Many viewers pointed out that performing exercises at such a height without a helmet, harness or any other protective equipment could have had disastrous consequences. Even a momentary loss of balance or grip could have resulted in a fatal fall.While the clip has generated plenty of laughs and memes, it has also served as a reminder that daring stunts seen on social media can carry serious risks and should not be imitated without proper safety measures.- EndsPublished By: Srimoyee ChowdhuryPublished On: Aug 6, 2026 16:20 IST