In the video, a person is seen using a mortar and pestle to grind red chilies. The person is holding a bowl of red chilies and pouring them into the mortar. They then use the pestle to grind the chilies into a paste. The video is shot in close-up, focusing on the person's hands and the mortar. The person's movements are deliberate and precise, indicating that they are experienced in using the mortar and pestle. The red color of the chilies stands out against the grey color of the mortar, and the sound of the grinding is audible throughout the video.