Thai men doing fire knife dance and blowing flames from their mouths

Dancing in The Cultural Fire.

This video clip captures Thai men performing a dramatic fire knife dance at night. The two performers, dressed in traditional attire with bare chests, skillfully handle flaming knives, creating amazing patterns in the air. Then they start blowing large flames from their mouths, adding to the intensity of the performance. The background of the shot is a beautifully lit traditional Thai building. The performers' precise movements and the burning flames create a thrilling view that exhibits their skill and the rich cultural heritage of Thailand.

Fire Knife Dancing | Thailand's Culture And Tradition | Nighttime Stock Footage.

This stunning clip of Thai men performing a dangerous fire knife dance, complete with flame-blowing stunts was filmed in high resolution by professional videographers, the footage is available in 2160p 4K and 1080p HD, ensuring exceptional clarity and detail. The footage is in landscape mode (16:9 aspect ratio), making it ideal for documentaries, cultural showcases, and entertainment features. It is also available in vertical mode (9:16 aspect ratio), perfect for mobile screens and social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts.

The fire knife dance, also known as Siva Afi, originates from Samoa. Initially performed by Samoan warriors as a display of victory and strength using the nifo oti, a traditional war knife, the dance evolved into a spectacular fire performance in the mid-20th century. This transformation was pioneered by Uluao "Freddie" Letuli, who added flaming pads to the knives, thus creating the modern fire knife dance. Today, it is a celebrated part of Polynesian culture, performed at luaus and cultural events, and even featured in international competitions.