Behold the incredible acrobatic feats of an ancient sporting art form that is rarely seen outside India.

Fuelled by centuries of history, Mallakhamb is a mix of wrestling, gymnastics and aerial yoga. Practitioners use a large, wooden, vertical pole to eloquently perform feats of astounding physical artistry. In this specially made show, five of India’s best Mallakhamb artists push their bodies to the edge of possibility in search of a deeper connection to the past and present.

About the creators:
Mallakhambindia are based in Mumbai and are at the frontier of the resurgence of the ancient Indian sport of Mallakhamb. This specially made show is directed by Australian artist Benjamin Knapton and sound-tracked live by Mumbai-based musician Donn Bhatt.

Image credit: Festival 2018