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Viral news: A bizarre viral video shows how one Russian woman has tried to manage Indian locals demanding selfies from her every other minute. She has discovered a unique way to alleviate this problem-the hassle of selfies for a price: ₹100 per picture.

The viral video that started it all

@angelinali777 shared a video in which she starts with some funny imitation of how people approach her for photos. She holds up a handwritten sign reading, "1 selfie ₹100," to explain her solution to the frequent requests. On a crowded beach, several Indian men are lining up to take selfies with her, happily paying the fee. She shows off her earnings in the video, saying, "Indians have their photo with a foreigner, and foreigners are not tired because they're paid for the selfie."

Social media reaction

The video was shared so fast that mixed reactions started flooding on social media, where most said she had the brilliant idea while others criticized it. "This is genius! If people want selfies, why not make a little extra money?" commented one user. Another wrote, "Even if she charges ₹1,000, people obsessed with Instagram would still pay without hesitation."

A lighthearted look at cultural behavior

Where some people found some humor in this, others did see it as a commentary about India's selfie culture. "Hopeful that this may reduce the ridiculous behavior of asking strangers for selfies," said one viewer. A majority agreed to the fact that the creativity exhibited by the lady in turning some bad inconvenience into her revenue stream should be appreciated, as most of these people agreed.

The bigger picture

This incident sheds light on how foreigners visiting India often attract attention and photo requests. While it can be a fun cultural exchange, it can also be overwhelming for travelers. The woman’s lighthearted approach not only brought her some cash but also sparked an important conversation about boundaries and personal space in the age of social media.