లంకను కాల్చినవాడు రాముడి లెంక

This proverb is inspired by the character Hanuman from the Ramayana, who was sent to find Sita but ended up burning Lanka. It is used to describe a situation where someone performs a task far exceeding the original instructions, often in a bold, aggressive, or transformative way. It can be used both as praise for initiative or as a critique for overstepping bounds.

This expression refers to Hanuman, emphasizing that despite his immense power and the monumental feat of burning Lanka, he remained a humble servant of Lord Rama. It is used to describe someone who is highly capable and performs great deeds but remains modest and dedicated to their duty or leader without seeking personal glory.

This proverb is used to describe a person who lacks common sense or discretion and overreacts to a simple task. Instead of just gathering information or observing as instructed, they act impulsively and cause unnecessary destruction or trouble. It is often used to criticize someone who makes a situation worse due to their lack of understanding or excessive zeal.

This expression is used to describe a futile or impossible task. It implies that certain actions will never yield the desired or expected result because the nature of the material or situation doesn't allow for it. Just as burning hair produces ash and a foul smell rather than useful charcoal, some efforts are simply a waste of time.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone's words or actions are extremely painful, stinging, or cause intense distress. Just as lying on hot iron bars would be agonizing, this metaphor highlights the severity of an insult, betrayal, or a harsh truth that makes a person feel restless and deeply hurt.

This phrase is used to give credit to the person who actually performed a task or took a significant action, often used when clarifying roles in a major event or recognizing true bravery and capability.

This proverb suggests that a person who commits a small crime or dishonesty will eventually move on to bigger ones. It is used to imply that character is defined by the act of stealing itself, not the value of the object stolen. If someone can justify small wrongdoings, they are capable of larger ones as well.

This expression is used when someone exceeds their instructions or limits in a way that causes significant damage or unexpected consequences. It originates from the Ramayana, where Hanuman was sent to find Sita but ended up burning Lanka. In modern usage, it describes someone who does much more than asked, often resulting in overkill or unnecessary destruction.

This expression describes a mischief-maker or a master manipulator who creates conflicts between people even when there is no reason for it. Since 'roasted bandicoots' are dead and cannot move, the phrase hyper-bolically refers to someone who is so devious that they can stir up trouble or create a rift even among inanimate objects or people who have no intention of fighting.

This proverb is used to express deep gratitude towards someone who helped you during your most difficult or desperate times. It emphasizes that acts of kindness received during a crisis are unforgettable.