Indian Woman Breaks Guinness World Record with 7-Foot-9-Inch Hair

Smita Srivastava, a 46-year-old from Uttar Pradesh, India, has clinched a Guinness World Record for the longest hair on a living person, measuring an astounding 7 feet and 9 inches. Refraining from cutting her hair since 14, Smita’s dedication to maintaining her iconic tresses, inspired by 1980s Hindi actresses, has earned her this prestigious accolade. Explaining the cultural significance, Smita shared, “In Indian culture, long hair symbolizes goddesses and beauty.”

Guinness World Records details her meticulous hair care routine, taking up to three hours per wash, including drying and detangling. Smita’s lengthy locks astonish onlookers, drawing inquiries about her secret for healthy hair. “I’m happy to share my hair care tips,” she expressed. Her record-breaking achievement reflects a celebration of tradition and beauty, resonating deeply within Indian culture.