The Idli King of Bangalore 

His last quote said it all. A man who can go to bed peacefully at night is the most successful of them all. May we have more of his tribe! 👋

Hello All, This is Krishnan Mahadevan, the owner of Iyer Idly - the restaurant featured in this video. Firstly I'd like to thank everyone for your comments and support. Means so much to us and our family :') Just wanted to clarify a point on the language being spoken in the video. I'm a pure Bangalorean. Been here all my life. My family of the last 3 generations have lived here and supported the land. Me, as a pure bred Bangalorean consider Kannada as my first language. I respect the language, the land and the people that have supported us and helped us survive. I'm proficient (both reading and writing and conversational) with Kannada. It's just that my mother isn't fluent enough like me (she knows the language) and since it was from the international media, we didn't want any issues with grammatical errors on screen. Hence she had to converse in the language she was comfortable, Tamil. She speaks Kannada otherwise and considers this as her homeland. Thank you all once again for your support :) ಜೈ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ 💛❤️

This boy Krishnan was my student. Gud to see him doing well. I hv seen him go thru the tough time wen he lost his dad. N indeed saw his Transition of taking over the responsibility. God bless him in his endeavour ❤️

Munchies, please note, this is what we want when we ask for more Indian food content. Food that the common person eats.. Not that tooktook advertisement shit which you get paid to promote.

You could see the satisfaction in his eyes that's something we all want in our life😌 Wishing him best wishes for the future ☺️

The lady was so endearing when she willingly gave away the recipe and other tips. Shows that her passion is to not make money but serve her delicious food to everyone. When a business woman is this passionate, she is bound to succeed. We need more entrepreneurs like her.

This is the real deal man. This is the soul of our country, these small shops that put their hearts into the food they're serving.

This guy is so grounded and sorted in his thought process. To give up a investment banking job to sell idlis sounds so ridiculous but this boy did it bcoz he followed his passion and the best part was when he said the idli business was the only thing he had of his father which he didn't want to let go...Blessings🙌

I loved how the aunty said "Chutney making is not a big secret, it's the same all over". No mam! A good chutney makes all the difference. Yet, she doesn't really care if someone else tries to make it too. I think that differentiates the mindset of big businesses and home chefs.

I've been living in Vignananagar for quite long and been visiting this place quite often to get idlis for our family since the early 2000 when Krishnan dad along with his mother looking after this place... Krishnan a school going kid then, My elder son Harsha Aiyappa and Krishnan are good friends and of almost the same age... Krishnan has become an entrepreneur after his dad's demise whereas my son started working in an American company in a good position... Circumstances in life makes one to take extreme steps to handle things better, and Krishnan is an example even though he runs just this place... Almost everyday I keep seeing him serving idlis to customers who queue up for idlis along with his staff, some going back empty handed late in the evening as limited stock of idlis getting over soon enough... He's a good example for many youngsters, who's quite contented and successful with his business of selling quality idlis to masses. Wishing him all the best.

Leaving a 9-5 job to continue the legacy of his pops is a big step.

As a Kannadiga and a Tamizhan in one, it is nice to see both languages and cultures represented!! :D

9:10 "I go to bed peacefully at night, so I guess I'm successful that way." What a line man!!

I know the family for the last 15 yrs.They are keeping their standard from the begining .They are cordial with the customers.These and their hard work helped them to come to this level.Wishes for a bright future.

Dude explaining the idli making should be a new chapter in Chemistry Subject... " Idli is a rice cake where batter In liquid state gets converted to solid state when it steamed"

You have no idea how happy this video has made me. So proud of our Indian people who are so down to earth. Hat’s off to Mother and Son.💕

Those idlis and vada with chutney looks heavenly. Its the best breakfast option and I can't have enough of it. Its always these small shops which see food with alot of love and soul. Looking forward to such more gems in future.

The dude is well educated, fit enough to get a highly paying job. Yet he has decided to continue his father's legacy. RESPECT!!!🔥

It brings so much joy and tears that my favourite spot has been on Munchies. Everything about this episode is so emotional and thanks for just bringing this on ❤️

Now THIS is great!! Thank you for the series, Munchies 😘

This is a pleasure to see. Someone committed to making a traditional food made with love, care, and wholehearted commitment And being super successful.I wish all the best.

What a great guy! Has such a positive aura, loved his spirit

This is the most beautiful and lovable job in this world . giving a nice food with a pinch love and affection ; what else you need . we are really admire this gentle and Mom. keep it up . !

A service done with heart, is the biggest service 👍🏼🙏🏼 all the best Iyer idly. Keep up the good work. Will visit someday for sure.

I lived in Bangalore for more than 7 years, i've never been to iyeridli but these 3 things, dosa idli and vada is what I miss daily..it's just so fresh and soulful..

This is so much of a better representation of Indian food compared to the Took Took series.

All the very best to Iyer Idly! With this kind of passion and commitment, am sure the business is going to grow more in coming days

Loving this video series ❤️😊

For my 15 years in Vignan Nagar, Iyer Idli was our go to Sunday Breakfast! And even our tuition sir will buy this for us during our Saturday early morning extra classes before outlook Board exams!! So happy that my area's Idili spot has become this famous 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

Mark my words - "this guy is true genius and honest.. he will make it a brand soon"

He's definitely a gutsy person, risk taker. Well done.

Going to get out the book of dosas I bought in Fort Cochin 7 years ago and make some idli. This video brought back many recipes of the delicious South Indian food we ate while we were there😋

A humble man with a wonderful heart to serve healthy food... future 🌟 Michelin recipients

All the best Krishnan. Krishan has amazing linguistic and marketing skills. I worked with him in Time Inc. He's always been full of energy. Happy to see him do well in his own business. I miss Bangalore idly the most, wish to visit Iyer idly whenever I visit Bangalore.

He z an inspiration to many of us .. salute this mother son duo for doing an amazing job.. 💗

I wish one day i get to taste your iconic idly.the thing that made me watch the video till end was your confidence in your narrative.a great video

I want to have some idli now

Mother and son heart are so clean. God bless the mother to raise a son with clean heart.

I want to visit and have your idlis when I visit Bangalore.You have set an example for the young generation to pursue a profession which is close to your heart and a blessing to those thousands who relish the food 👍👏God bless

Beautiful family, good bless your hard work and sincerity 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

More success to you brother. Truely inspiring . On my list for my next visit to Bangalore

Munchies always has great episodes and all the food looks so delicious

excellent keep it going Iyer Idly wish you and your family a happy new year 2022 from germany

This did put smile on my face. Can't wait to visit this when I go to Banglore next.

Looking this video got tears in my eyes as idli is my favorite thing to have and today it's been a month that I moved to north India, a place where everyday I crave for idli.. hope I come back to Bangalore sooner and taste hotel made Idlis.. soft and spongy and hot..

I love Iyer idlis... during my pregnancy days,Iyer idli was one among the strongest cravings esp in the evenings... go quickly to catch that last night batch of idlis...aunty is always humble... love to aunty for taking care of young ladies who are away from their homes...

great guy, we need more people like him and his family

Congratulations to " IYER IDLY " For you have gave such lovely breakfast for the public and have grown a lot in this business It is not an easy thing to withstand in a business like yours All these many years you have been such a blessing for the people or vignan Nagar

Enjoyed the idli wada each time I 've eaten them with the magical chutney...

What a great family! I'll be sure to go to Iyer Idli if I'm ever in Bangalore.

Blessing to you....great business and even better outlook on life!

Food delicious - love the mom she's so amazing

I worked in India. Props to someone that goes after their dreams.

An awesome person who choose and listened to his heart than money mind. May he blessed by Bhaghwan Venkateshwara with good health wealth in all his future endeavours.

amazing! grit and passion.. very inspiring

Thank you for sharing this wonderful story.

This is a fantastic idli joint , absolutely mouthwatering idli n vada, lucky Bangalore folks❤️👌 wish it was in Mumbai too....... Regards Shalini

“People come to me because I serve good food” that’s the spirit my man

inspirational family. Especially loved the bit about continuing the business in his dad's memory.

Wow such a humble and simple story of quality and success.

one thing he could introduce is bananna leaves for takeaways. eco friendly and supports local economy as well.

Loved this video, wholesomeness at its finest🥰✨! Idli is so delicious! For people that haven’t tried it, highly recommend to buy idli batter. You can find it at most Indian markets.

So humble loving and respectful

my god man love your story, it resonates with where I am standing now in life

I live in Bangalore but I have not been here..we all talk abt the famous restaurants in Bangalore like vidhyarthi bhavan but now we know iyer idli...I will definitely go there..

Amazing work Krishnan remember studying with you in school always seemed like an intellectual person congrats 🥳

Juz love his attitude….shows his upbringing is grt….hats off to his old mother n him….God bless n hope you reach Guinness books for best idlis ❤️👍🏻

Great work Munchies ....kudos to mom,son and people behind it:)

Hats off Krishnan For your passion to serve people with good quality food leaving a lucrative job .

Good for you man. Happy to hear Tamil from your mother. Congrats and keep growing!

Good for you. If you are earning a living doing what you love, that is the definition of success. Wishing you all the very best.

Inspiring for youngsters... stay blessed generally iyers are hardworking honest n intelligent

Our own Iyer Idli is finally here, their chutney is simply the best I have ever tasted with a sour flavor idli! It was Idli only till 2020, then a vada!

Loved it. Way to go, all the best to Krishnan & his mother 🙏

Difficult situations teaches us a lot,n I love this video.....

Excellent. God Bless this guy for his positivity

He sounds really hardworking. Its so intense.

When heard the amma speak in tamil I knew how the idli tastes 😋

One of the food / resturent review I enjoyed watching and motivational too 👌. And of course idly is one of my fav .

Amazing. Congrats and wish you the best. I'll come to see you when i visit Bangalore.

The idlis look delicious and Munchies have done a good job with the video as well. Nicely made!

The confidence and the satisfaction reflects in his tone and as he said that he go to bed every night with peace is all that matters on one's life All the very best man and God bless u

Just simply awesome dear brother. Keep up the good work. May God bless you as always dear.

08:38- 09:00 this line took my heart & as a maharashtrian but love for south Indian food i was so fascinated

Best wishes to the Iyer Idly "FAMILY" Keep serving while we keep eating 😀

Not many understand the satisfaction of doing business. It takes a toll on our health, but I believe it is worth it.

very inspiring story, i will motivate lots of people. keep rocking

what great genuine people!

No so called secret recipe only pure love in this food.

ok I want to travel to bangalore just to visit iyer idly!!! wonderful story and video.

VERY VERY INSPIRATIONAL ,ON THE DOT,SIMPLE BUT EFECTIVE

Wow!!! what biggest step you have taken.... your dad would be proud of you Sir.

Will try when i come over to Bangalore

he was succesful at choosing where his heart lies, and already won at that point :D the rest is just a bonus

beautiful story. Ive never had idli, but i want to try!

Wow! What a heartwarming story from the city of my youth (1970-1998). I hope to drop in on Iyer Idly, my next trip there. All the best to this family run business.

Idli chutney such a simple and awesome dish.

I can't wait to go to Bengaluru and and try those mouthwatering idlis! Such an inspiring story. 🌸 hats off!

👍great!wish you all the best !No alternative to hard work and the right choice you made! God Bless You!🙏

I cant explain how much I am addicted to this shop......I forgot my how many times I came to this shop......it's near my house.