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Waterfall Kick Captures Global Stage
30 Oct
Summary
- A viral video of a football kick at a waterfall gained over 600 million views.
- Muhammed Riswan received Instagram's Rings Award for his creativity.
- The influencer was invited to watch Lionel Messi play in Argentina.
In November 2023, Muhammed Riswan captured a video at Keralamkundu Waterfall in Kerala, where he kicked a football, making it appear to disappear behind the water. This fun clip for friends unexpectedly achieved over 600 million views on Instagram.
Now, in 2026, Riswan has earned further international acclaim by being named one of 25 global creators selected for Instagram's Rings Award 2026. He is notably one of two Indian winners.
Riswan's journey began with a hand injury that redirected his football aspirations towards freestyle, focusing on tricks and ball control. His viral waterfall kick, filmed in November 2023, earned him Guinness World Records recognition for the most-viewed Instagram Reel at the time.
The award acknowledges creators for originality and experimentation, not solely follower count. Instagram highlighted Riswan's unique blend of his cultural roots and freestyle skills, building a worldwide audience without traditional career paths.
As a Rings Award winner, Riswan receives a distinctive ring and profile customization. This recognition marks a significant milestone, validating a path that started with a casual video at a waterfall and led to global attention, including an invitation to witness Lionel Messi play in Argentina.
