That ain't no superhero: 'Spiderman Couple' pays with arrest and a hefty fine for bike stunt

With great power comes great responsibility. These aren't just mere words spoken by Peter Parker. They also ascribe to the responsibility that comes with being on the road — whether behind the wheel or in front of it.

Recently, a man and a woman in the Indian capital Delhi dressed as superheroes Spiderman and Spiderwoman, performed stunts on a motorcycle on the streets of Dwarka in south-west Delhi, police said on Friday (April 26). The 'Spiderman couple' was arrested by the police for flouting traffic rules. Police said that they were riding on a bike with no mirrors and number plate.

About Delhi's 'Spiderman Couple'

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Delhi's Spiderman Couple comprisesAditya, 20 and his friend, 19. The two identify themselves as 'Spiderman' and 'Spiderwoman'. The two recorded an Instagram Reel of themselves riding on the bike, titled "Spiderman Najafgarh Part 5".

In the video, Spiderwoman goes up to his neighbourhood friend and the two shake hands. She then climbs onto his bike and they go riding their bike on the streets of Delhi. The two are then seen talking to each other while on the move and without any safety gear. They even throw in a dance move or two while doing that.

After their social media post went viral,Delhi traffic police arrested the two and issued a fine under the Motor Vehicle Act.

The 20-year-old Najafgarh resident reportedly runs an Instagram account called Indian Spidey Official, where he posts videos of his "stunts". His bio reads "Your Friendly Neighbourhood Indian Spidey" and the account has nearly 10,000 followers, with some videos getting over 70,000 likes.

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The Spiderman has also been spotted performing at college fests, cosplay events and gatherings of anime fans.

His Instagram shows the web-slinger has visited a Delhi school to pose with school children and was even in the audience of the National Film Awards but without a costume.

(With inputs from agencies)