When was lungi invented?

The lungi is believed to have been introduced to present-day Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu between the 6th and 10th century AD, during the rule of the Chola dynasty, by traders and sailors who brought it with them from Southeast Asia, according to Sumantra Bakshi, assistant professor at the National Institute of …

Which brand lungi is best?

10 Best Lungi Brands in India

• Mr. Lungi.
• Kitex Lungis. The company is known for its quality products that include clothes for men and women.
• Sangu Mark. Functioning from 1927, the brand is known for offering economy range of lungis.
• Blue Leaf.
• Dhrona Lungis.
• Niranj.
• SBN Lifestyle.
• Papaya.

Is it safe to wear a lungi while going out?

Lungi has an advantage on that matter. Also, unlike women men don’t have the advantage of not wearing an inner while going out. So please do wear your briefs even for the shortest distances irrespective of whether a lungi, shorts or dhoti as the friction of normal fabric with privates is not healthy.

Why do men wear underwear under a lungi?

Lungi is traditional and a casual apparel which is worn by men. Underwear is not like bra, which can be removed during sleep. Women are protected with blouse, so no need to wear bra but for men nothing, so men should wear underwear whenever they wear lungi irrespective of time and place (day/night, in/out). It is a matter of dignity.

Why is Lungi so popular in India?

It is very versatile – One can do anything while wearing a lungi – playing cricket, climbing trees, acrobatics. There are many reasons why lungi is popular. It is light to wear – One would never remember that he is wearing a lungi – it is very lightweight, and free.

Why do Tamilians wear a silk Lungi?

Lungi provides some colorful relief from otherwise drab men’s clothing of Tamilians. I can wear a silk lungi. Imagine a silk shorts, will look silly. It can double up as a blanket, rain covering in a pinch. When we were studying at the uni, lungi served as the visual indicator for drunkenness.