Nellore Artist Attempts Guinness World Record With Rapid Handprint Painting Feat
Nellore artist Dr. Sheikh Ameer Jan has launched a formal attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the most paint handprints created in one minute. The event, held at the Town Hall Open Auditorium, is currently awaiting official verification by Guinness World Records.
Highlights
- •Dr. Sheikh Ameer Jan attempted to break the world record for most handprints in one minute.
- •The current record of 99 handprints was set by Dinesh Gupta in December 2025.
- •The official record attempt was held at the Town Hall Open Auditorium in Nellore.
- •Final verification of the handprint count is currently being conducted by Guinness World Records.
A dedicated artist from Nellore, Dr. Sheikh Ameer Jan, has officially launched an ambitious effort to secure a place in the Guinness Book of World Records. The artist is aiming to set a new benchmark for the highest number of paint handprints created within a single minute, a challenge that requires immense speed and precision.
Challenging the Global Handprint Painting Record
The current global standard for this unique artistic feat is held by Dinesh Gupta, an artist based in Kalyan, Maharashtra. On December 8, 2025, Dinesh Gupta successfully set the existing record by producing 99 handprints in 60 seconds. Following a formal application and review process, Dr. Sheikh Ameer Jan received official authorization from the Guinness World Records organization to conduct this record-breaking attempt under a specific reference number.
The highly anticipated event took place at the Town Hall Open Auditorium in Nellore. During the one-minute window, the artist worked rapidly to complete a large volume of paint hand impressions. While the total count of handprints is currently pending final verification by the Guinness World Records team, the submission of all necessary evidence, including video documentation and official reports, is already underway.
Rigorous Supervision and Community Support
To ensure the integrity of the attempt, the proceedings were held under strict oversight. Several prominent local figures and officials were present to monitor the performance, including K. Kumar Raja, the district library officer, and Syed Abdul Hameed, the Nellore City MEO. The technical accuracy of the timing was managed by physical education teachers P. Ramesh and D. Krishnamohan, who acted as the official timekeepers for the event.
Furthermore, Dr. Timmiri Ravindra, a jury member of Miracles World Records, was present to supervise the attempt. Other educational professionals, including headmasters A. Tirumala Raju and P. Venkateswara Rao, were also in attendance to witness the feat. Dr. Sheikh Ameer Jan expressed strong optimism regarding the outcome of his performance. He noted that beyond his personal artistic goals, he hopes this endeavor brings international visibility and recognition to the city of Nellore. The event successfully transformed the Town Hall Open Auditorium into a vibrant hub of creativity, drawing a significant crowd of art enthusiasts, students, and local residents who gathered to support the artist’s determination to reach a new global milestone.
