Actor Vidyut Jammwal captivated audiences at the 2026 CinemaCon in Las Vegas with a heartfelt moment that resonated both at the event and online. Known for his martial arts prowess and dedication to Kalaripayattu, Jammwal is set to make his Hollywood debut in the film Street Fighter as the iconic yoga master Dhalsim. At the event, he not only unveiled the film’s trailer but also introduced a spiritual touch by reciting the Gayatri Mantra, which quickly went viral on social media.
Jammwal, who shared the video on his social media, explained the significance of chanting the mantra at an international gathering. He expressed his desire to bless the film and honour the hard work of everyone involved. With the agreement of his co-stars, he closed his eyes and chanted the sun mantra, moon mantra, and the Gayatri Mantra, bringing a rare moment of calm to the bustling CinemaCon.
In his post, Vidyut remarked, “There are certain personal milestones that fill me with a profound sense of purpose—moments that ground me and remind me who I am. One such moment was when I had the honour of offering a prayer at CinemaCon in Las Vegas—one of the mos
t vibrant places in the world. My Indian chants brought a stillness—a wave of peace and quiet. I felt a deep, unspoken bond with everyone in the room—beyond words, beyond language, we were all connected as one. It was a tremendous privilege to be the one to share this vision of global harmony (sic).”
The actor’s gesture was met with admiration on social media, with users praising him for representing Indian culture on an international platform.
All about Street Fighter
Directed by Kitao Sakurai, Street Fighter is based on the legendary video game franchise, promising intense action with iconic elements like Hadoukens and martial arts battles. The film boasts a star-studded cast, including Noah Centineo as Ken Masters, Andrew Koji as Ryu, Callina Liang as Chun-Li, Roman Reigns as Akuma, Jason Momoa as Blanka, and Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson as Balrog, among others. The movie is set to release in theatres on 16 October 2026.
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