What if the world’s most powerful martial art wasn’t about violence but about love, discipline, and self-mastery?
Kalari (Kalaripayattu) isn’t just an ancient Indian martial art it’s a path of love, discipline, and self-mastery. Discover its legacy with Sunil Gurukkal in this powerful MBAyogaGuru episode.
In this episode of MBAyogaGuru, host Aswin Sivasubramaniam explores the ancient martial art of Kalari (Kalaripayattu) with the legendary Sunil Gurukkal at CVN Kalari, Kerala. A master trainer and film choreographer, Gurukkal shares Kalari’s rich history and its deep connection to Bodhidharma and the Shaolin Temple.
Kalari goes beyond combat it's a complete system of physical training, spiritual discipline, marma healing, and breathwork. You’ll also discover Kalari Yoga, a powerful blend of movement and meditation designed for all ages.
Hear how stars like Jackie Chan, Kamal Haasan, Vicky Kaushal, Ranveer Singh, and Shah Rukh Khan trained in Kalari, and learn about the global stage production “Holy Mountain”, a collaboration with Shaolin monks celebrating Kalari’s spiritual roots.
From injury healing to inner transformation, this episode will change how you view martial arts, strength, and well-being.
Whether you’re a spiritual seeker, a martial arts enthusiast, a wellness lover, or someone curious about India’s forgotten traditions this episode will change how you see strength, healing, and purpose.
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Host & Interviewer
Aswin sivasubramaniam
Special guest
Sunil Gurukkal
Master of kalaripayattu
Marma & Marma Chikitsa Specialist
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CVN Kalari Details:
CVN Kalari Nadakav , Nadakav, Kozhikode – 673011, Kerala, India
[email protected]
+91 9995929999, +91 7998525555
+91 9947556333
0495 2769114, 0495 2768214
CVN Kalari Social Media Links:
Instagram: / cvn_kalari
Facebook: / cvnkalarinadakkav
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0:00 - Intro
3:18 - Meet Sunil Gurukkal
5:27 - Inside CVN Kalari: A Legacy of Kalaripayattu Excellence
7:57 - The Ideal Age to Begin Kalaripayattu
8:45 - The Divine Origins: Kalaripayattu, Parashurama, and Ancient Legends
9:36 - War Gods, Worship, and Discipline in Kalari
11:02 - Shiva Shakti Sanakalpas and Your Body's Nadis
11:50 - Architecture and Science of the Traditional Kalari
13:11 - Adimurai, Thekkan, & Vadakkan Kalari: The Ultimate Shawl & Bare-Hand Defense
18:00 - Choreographing Action & Training Jackie Chan
19:00 - Evidence, Origins, & Shaolin's Approach to Martial Arts
21:03 - Kalaripayattu Gurukkals & Bollywood/South Indian Cinema Legends
27:00 - The Kalari Mind: Focus, Eye Contact, and Training to win every fight
29:27 - Otta Kalari's Toughest Weapon & Animal-Inspired Forms
32:35 - Kalaripayattu's Ultimate Defense Stance & Animal Fighting Form Sequences
34:50 - Understanding Poothara, Guruthara, and Kalari Deities
36:40 - Chakras, Kalari Yoga & MBAyogaGuru's Approach to Focus in Work life
39:23 - Taichi, Kalari Meypayattu & Lord Hanuman's Strength
42:10 - Dhanvantari, Marma Chikitsa & Kalari's Curative System
44:07- Chavutti Uzhichil: The Foot Massage & Who Can Experience Kalari's Healing Touch
45:47 - CVN Kalari's Reach: Official Branches, Trademarks & Spotting Fake Centers
48:15 - Global Footprint: CVN Kalari's Europe Tour, Shows & Kalari Workshops for Shaolin Monks
52:00 - Train with CVN Kalari: Courses, Foreign Student Programs & How to Enroll
53:08 - Credits to Team MyG and End of the Episode
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