Mumbai: A video by a creator from a ‘middle-class’ background captured the internet’s attention, sharing his dream-come-true moment of having a cup of tea at Mumbai’s iconic Taj hotel. The video has gone viral, garnering over 20 million views and sparking conversations online.
The video, posted on Instagram by the creator identified as Adnan Pathan, begins with him showcasing the beautiful interiors of the Taj Hotel. He says in the video, "Ye Taj andar se itna khoobsurat hai ki mujhe lag raha tha main kisi raj mahal mein aagya" (The Taj is so beautiful from the inside that I felt like I have entered a royal palace.")
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Further in the video, Adnan orders the "Bom Hi-Tea," a luxury tea priced at ₹1,800, with the bill totaling ₹2,124 after taxes. He shows that the Hi-Tea came with delicacies such as vada pav, grilled sandwiches, kaju katli, khari puff, and butter. Despite the lavish experience, Adnan openly describes the tea as "average," rating it a 5 out of 10.
As he showcases more of the Taj Hotel's interiors, he concludes the video by saying that one should have such an experience at least once in their life. He remarks in the video, "Zindagi mein aesa experience ek baar zarur karna chahiye" (One should definitely have such an experience at least once in life).''
Internet Reacts
The video which amassed over a million likes and a lot of comments, with many users sharing their opinions on Pathan’s journey. One user commented, ”It’s so inspiring to see someone fulfil their dream and share it with the world.” Another user reacted, ”The way he described his experience was so relatable and heartfelt.” Another remarked, “ ₹2124 for tea? That’s luxury for sure!”