‘Pehli Baar Upar Dekh Raha Hoon.’: Meet the 17-year-old Karan Singh who makes The Great Khali appear small | VIDEO
WWE Hall of Famer The Great Khali, standing at an imposing 7-foot-2, has dominated wrestling rings by looking down on everyone until now. This week, the 51-year-old legend crossed paths with 17-year-old Karan Singh, who measures a staggering 8-foot-2 and is still growing. Khali has expressed his eagerness to mentor the young talent, aiming to mold him into WWE’s future sensation, noting that Singh is the tallest person he’s ever encountered.
Khali’s Vision for Karan Singh in WWE
Dalip Singh Rana, better known as The Great Khali, posted videos on Instagram on September 16, capturing their meeting at what appeared to be a wrestling training setup. In the clips, Khali shakes hands with the teen and admits he had to tilt his head upward to chat a first in his life. “For the first time in my life, I had to look upwards in order to talk to someone,” Khali shared in one video. He followed up by saying, “He is a very tall kid. I want to make him a WWE superstar. I want to really help him.”
The posts sparked a frenzy in the comments, with fans quipping that Khali had finally met his height match. Some drew parallels to icons like Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Shaquille O’Neal, while others dubbed Singh the “Greater Khali.” Singh himself shared moments on his Instagram, captioning one: “THE GREAT KHALI 7.2ft meets TALLESTKARAN 8.2ft☠️.”
Unpacking Karan Singh: The Teen from Meerut Making Waves
Hailing from Meerut, India, Karan Singh has been turning heads with his extraordinary height since he was a child. Back in 2017, he grabbed global attention as the world’s tallest eight-year-old. Now at 8-foot-2, he boasts over 66,000 followers on Instagram under the handle @tallestkaran, where he shares glimpses of his daily life and personal updates.
Standing beside Khali, Singh seems tailor-made for the WWE stage, towering a full foot over the veteran. He’s considered among the tallest teenagers globally, and his recent viral videos with the Hall of Famer have fans buzzing about his potential in professional wrestling.
Khali’s Legacy in Nurturing Indian Wrestling Stars
Since wrapping up his full-time WWE stint in 2014, The Great Khali has stayed deeply involved in India’s wrestling community. He established the CWE Wrestling Academy to groom emerging talents and has continued guiding aspiring wrestlers. Inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2021, Khali has made occasional returns for matches and appearances.
His own journey elevated Indian wrestling on the world map. Beyond the ring, Khali ventured into Hollywood with roles in films like “The Longest Yard” (2005), “Get Smart” (2008), and “MacGruber” (2010), alongside Bollywood ventures such as “Kushti” (2010). This background makes his endorsement of Singh particularly significant.
What This Means for WWE’s Giant Legacy
WWE has a storied tradition of larger-than-life figures, from Andre the Giant to Big Show. Khali himself carried that torch, claiming the World Heavyweight Championship in 2007. Now, he’s spotlighting a teen who outstrips them all in height.
At 17, Karan Singh might be some time away from stepping into a WWE ring, but Khali’s backing lends serious weight to his prospects. If he dives into training, Singh’s unmatched size could give him an edge over the current roster. Khali’s rare experience of looking up underscores just how exceptional Singh is. Regardless of what unfolds, this encounter has already thrust the teen into the wrestling world’s spotlight.