In a historic moment that continues to make waves in the world of sports and entertainment, a Nepali-American athlete has etched his name into the annals of Guinness World Records. This remarkable feat has not only brought honor to both his motherland, Nepal, and his adopted home country, the USA, but also made history as he established diplomatic relations between the two nations through his exceptional achievements.
Dinesh Sunar, widely recognized as the “Most Popular Youth Icon,” is a Nepali-American parkour athlete whose journey began two decades ago. He is now a household name with numerous accolades and awards to his credit. His relentless pursuit of excellence and dedication to his craft has now resulted in not one, but five unique world records, one of which is “The Most Blindfolded Standing Backwards Somersaults in One Minute,” with an astonishing record of 21 somersaults. These records will be officially recognized and celebrated on Guinness World Record Day, scheduled for November 17, 2023, at the Guinness Book headquarters in London, UK.
Guinness World Records Day, an annual event, was first initiated in 2004 to commemorate the anniversary of Guinness World Records becoming the world’s best-selling copyrighted book. The 19th edition of this day, held on November 10, 2022, showcased the theme of “super skills,” highlighting the extraordinary and often unconventional talents that individuals dedicate their lives to mastering, all in pursuit of becoming “Officially Amazing.” This year’s festivities featured a jaw-dropping display of exceptional abilities from around the world, including the extraordinary talents of speedcuber George Scholey, the flexible YouTube sensation Liberty Barros, the skilled hula hooper Amazi, and the freestyle footballer Ben Nuttall.
Looking ahead, this remarkable athlete has set his sights on an ambitious dream – to make a mark in Hollywood. Inspired by his journey of overcoming numerous challenges, sacrifices, and hardships, Dinesh Sunar aspires to create a documentary film that will be streamed on Netflix. This documentary will chronicle his journey, shedding light on the significance of parkour in Nepal and beyond, and inspiring the world with his story.
But his aspirations don’t end there. Dinesh Sunar aims to establish his own parkour academy in Nepal and the United States, with the vision of nurturing and inspiring youth and children. Through this endeavor, he seeks to build awareness within communities and foster diplomatic relationships between the USA and Nepal, all through the medium of parkour sports.
Numerous notable figures and organizations have rallied behind this extraordinary athlete, recognizing the positive impact he can have on the world. These include the U.S. Embassy in Nepal, prominent personalities like Jenifer Rajkumar and Emilia Sykes, organizations like the World Freerunning Parkour Federation (WFPF), and the City of Akron, Ohio Mayor’s Office, among others.
In the pursuit of his dreams, Dinesh Sunar, the “Most Popular Youth Icon,” is not only making history but also paving the way for countless others to follow in his footsteps. His dedication to his craft and his determination to inspire and bring people together through sport are a testament to the power of perseverance and ambition. Watch out, world – Dinesh Sunar, the parkour extraordinaire, is poised to make an indelible mark on Hollywood and the world of sports.
