New Delhi, Jan. 12 -- A major tragedy was averted at the Golden Globes, held at The Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, after smoke was seen backstage at the hotel. Thanks to swift action, the situation was brought under control in time, preventing any escalation or injuries.

A video that has gone viral on social media shows a behind-the-scenes moment in which smoke can be seen rising from a catering table. Several staff members, dressed in black, are seen attempting to control the situation.

"Crisis averted inside #GoldenGlobes backstage press room as catering knocked over a coffee holder and the sterno underneath was lit," wrote Chris Gardner, an X user.

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