Viral Video: Man Drinks Motor Oil Instead of Food Daily
A video from Shivamogga, Karnataka, has gone viral, showing a local man nicknamed “Oil Kumar” claiming to live without food for decades. Instead of eating rice, chapati, or other meals, he claims to survive by drinking large amounts of engine oil and tea every day. This unusual lifestyle, highlighted in the viral clip, has sparked online debates about health and safety.
What the Viral Video Shows
In the short clip, the man is offered food by people around him, but he firmly refuses. Instead, he drinks a dark liquid straight from a bottle, which he identifies as used motor oil. The video caption makes an even bolder claim: for the last 33 years, his “diet” has consisted of 7–8 litres of waste engine oil daily, with no regular food intake at all.
The Claims Made Online
The post circulating on Instagram also suggests that Mr. Kumar has never needed hospitalisation or faced major medical problems, despite this extreme practice. Furthermore, it links his unusual habit to religious faith, stating that his devotion to Lord Ayyappa is the reason he follows such a lifestyle.
However, it is important to note that these details come only from the viral video and its caption. No independent medical records or professional confirmations support these claims about long-term oil consumption, quantity, or health outcomes.
Why Drinking Engine Oil Is Dangerous
From a medical perspective, consuming substances like motor oil is highly unsafe. Engine oil contains toxic chemicals that can seriously damage internal organs such as the liver, kidneys, lungs, and digestive tract. Even small amounts may cause poisoning, breathing problems, or long-term organ failure. Drinking several litres daily, as claimed in the viral video of Oil Kumar, could be life-threatening.
Doctors and toxicologists universally warn that engine oil should never be ingested under any circumstances. Unlike edible oils, motor oils are designed for machines, not the human body.
Conclusion
The viral story of Oil Kumar drinking engine oil daily may draw attention for its shock value, but health experts stress that such behaviour is extremely harmful and medically unsustainable. While the video has triggered curiosity and speculation, the claims remain unverified, and the health risks of such a practice are well-established.
Source: Inputs from various media Sources
I’m a pharmacist with a strong background in health sciences. I hold a BSc from Delhi University and a pharmacy degree from PDM University. I write articles and daily health news while interviewing doctors to bring you the latest insights. In my free time, you’ll find me at the gym or lost in a sci-fi novel.
- Health News and Updates,People Forum
- 22 September 2025
- 15:00
