This Heartwarming Monsoon Video Of Elephant And Mahout Will Brighten Your Day

Monsoon season has not only provided a refreshing break from the intense heat to humans but also delighted animals. Among the heartwarming moments captured this season is a viral video showcasing a touching bond between an elephant and its mahout. Filmed by 22-year-old wildlife photographer Dhanu Paran, the 29-second clip is quickly capturing hearts online.

The short footage features a charming scene where a mahout, sheltered by an umbrella, walks alongside his majestic elephant in the rain. The mahout, holding onto one of the elephant’s tusks, strolls through a lush, green landscape with rain pouring around them. Meanwhile, the elephant is also seen enjoying the monsoon showers with its ears flapping. The mahout’s affectionate gesture as he tenderly strokes the elephant highlights the heartfelt bond between them.

Paran recorded the video at the Kozhikamuthi Elephant Camp in Tamil Nadu’s Anamalai Tiger Reserve. It was shared by IAS officer Supriya Sahu on X along with the caption: “Magical moments between a Mahout and his elephant in Monsoon showers at the Kozhikamudi elephant camp in Anamalai Tiger Reserve, Tamil Nadu. Video: Dhanu Paran #elephants.”

The heartwarming video has gained significant attention online with viewers expressing their affection and admiration in the comment section.

One user expressed, “Feels so peaceful to just watch.. their fragile relation with mutual respect! Thank you for sharing this candid moment.”

Another shared, “Gorgeous, striking the eyes and mind. Tamil nadu has given one of the top priorities to wildlife conservation. Tamil Nadu maintains its wildlife wealth through a series of legislative measures. A tourist can see beautifully maintained sanctuaries and wilderness.”

A viewer remarked, “Isn’t it amazing how much love these giants are capable of giving if we treat them with love & respect. I would love to do this to a elephant one day.”

Another found the moment simply heartwarming, stating, “Adorable gigantic gentle giant and its caretaker…”

Among the heartfelt comments, a request came in for more such content with a user writing, “Kindly make more such shots, it’s soul touching and therapeutic(gives a relaxed feeling). Big thanks for sharing this, good start to the day.”

Someone else commented, “These kinds of mutual respect and love are rarely seen within human beings.”

Highlighting the special bond captured, a person wrote, “The Bond between a Mahout and Elephant is something incredible. Thanks for sharing.”

The praise continued with comments like “How beautifully captured! Elephants” and “This part of my life is pure happiness.”

Since being posted online, the clip has accumulated over 40,000 views.