Wheelies, Burnouts & Brotherhood: Inside the world of Hyderabad’s stunt bikers | Hyderabad News – Times of India

In Hyderabad, bike stunts aren’t just about thrills anymore — they’re about building a culture. In safe, guided spaces, riders are coming together to share skills, discipline, and passion. From first-timers learning balance to pros perfecting burnouts and stoppies, the community is growing stronger.‘Building a community that values safety and does stunts the right way’Bike stunts have long been a part of youth culture, but doing them on public roads puts everyone at risk. What’s encouraging now is that more riders are seeking safer, structured ways to learn — from basic balance to advanced techniques. So far, around 200 riders have trained here, and the focus is on building a community that respects road rules, values safety, and still enjoys the thrill of doing stunts the right way.— Syed Imam, stuntman & founder of Imran Stunt Academy

‘Beyond stunts, I learned to fix minor issues and change bike oil’Learning to do bike stunts is exciting, and when it’s done with proper gear and guidance, it becomes even better. I learned everything from burnouts to stoppies and more. But beyond stunts, I also learned how to take care of bikes, how to fix minor issues, change the oil, and keep them running smoothly. The process made me appreciate bikes more, not just as machines, but as something you build a connection with when you ride and care for them.— Syed Faizaan Hussain, lawyer & modelI learned how to ride a bike only earlier this year and now I can even do basic stunts. Thanks to the way we were trained, I picked things up quickly and got a chance to be part of a stunt sequence in the movie Laila. Before joining, I didn’t know much about bikes but now I understand how to ride and perform stunts safely— Syed Shah Abdul Samad Hussaini, marketing professional

“Wheelies can be dangerous if done without the right skills or gear. I’ve seen riders get seriously hurt trying them on public roads. Devices like wheelie simulators lets you practice safely and learn proper control while wearing full protective gear,” Imam shares.

I started doing bike stunts from January this year. Being part of the bike stunt community has been a great feeling. I’ve made some really good friends here, and it made me realise how much hard work and patience goes into learning even a single stunt. More than anything, it taught me the importance of a safety-first approach, with the right gear, guidance, and mindset– Almas Mohammed, digital marketer – Biswajit Talukdar