- By Poorva Karki
- Fri, 24 May 2024 06:47 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Viral Video: A close-up shot is not everyone’s cup of tea until you are a lion with some capturing ‘features’ and a grand roar. A video was recently shared on the internet, where netizens and animal lovers got to see a lion’s ‘dominatingly’ majestic roar from way too up close. Thanks to a photographer who reportedly went through ‘a lot’ to get the perfect shot, at Glen Garriff Conservation in South Africa. Sharing the video on social media, the photographer called the shot ‘worth’ the efforts.
As soon as netizens came across the viral post, they began to engage as people found the video a beauty worth one’s time. As per reports, the lion is called Shalom.
The video was shared on the social media platform Instagram, by the handle ‘human.kind.photography’. The post was captioned, “SOUND ON! Just arrived at @ggconservation … 32 hours flying time, 4 hour car ride to be greeted to this just after I got out of the car! …. Worth it!” The video was shared a while back and pulled countless likes from people.
Watch the viral video:
The video went viral and garnered huge praise from people. Many dubbed the lion a ‘giant cutie’, while the rest just loved the lighting and the overall shot. Some also lauded the photographer's efforts and the video captured.
Taking to the comment section, people shared their take. “Look forward to your photos! Is that Shalom? I have a photo of him and Ariel I treasure,” a user said. “Aww, finally you’re there!!!! So good to hear King Shalom’s welcome roar,” added a second person. “Love that sun beaming down as he gives that powerful roar. Awesome,” wrote a third netizen.
“They are welcoming you, Simon! How awesome! Enjoy your time there and look forward to seeing loads of photos,” added another. “Love it!!!!! I want to be there one day. With you in spirit dear friend soak it all in,” commented a fifth person. “How exciting. LOVE Shalom - He's a big Teddy Bear,” wrote a sixth person.