Delhi Metro stunt goes viral, but internet turns investigative
India, Sept. 5 -- A video of Delhi-based model and content creator Nikhil Kochar pulling off a metro stunt has taken the internet by storm, clocking over 135 million views. In the clip posted on Instagram (right), Nikhil places his phone on the window of a stationary train on the Yellow Line of the Delhi Metro while dancing to Manma Emotion Jaage (Dilwale, 2015). Right as the lyrics hit 'badi tez bhaage re', the train starts moving, taking the phone along to capture views of the stations below. The clip is part of a growing social media trend where creators stick phones onto moving metro trains to film a cinematic journey video.
Social media users were convinced the viral moment was staged rather than spontaneous. Several pointed out that a second phone, seemingly filming from inside the moving train, meant someone - likely a friend - must have accompanied it. Eagle-eyed commenters also flagged what appeared to be jump cuts in the footage, arguing the 'one continuous take' feel doesn't quite add up.
Beyond the 'is it fake' debate, another conversation has picked up steam: is this even safe? Critics have calling the trend reckless and warned that it could inspire riskier stunts for views. One user pointed out, "With metro authorities already cracking down on Reel-making inside stations and coaches, is viral fame even worth the safety risk, and shouldn't such stunts be flagged before they inspire more?"
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