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Boy catches ‘biggest fish ever,’ then does this. Video wins people’s hearts

In the video, Kemari Cooper is seen patting a fish which weighs about 7 pounds.

Updated on: Oct 20, 2019, 18:57:43 IST
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With Sunday nearly ending, there are many who may be saddened by the thought of a fast-approaching Monday. For those, here’s a video involving a boy and a fish which is most likely to cheer-you-up. Even if you are one of those who have braved the fear of Monday, there’s a chance that this video will bring a smile on your face too.

Kemari Cooper posing with the fish he caught. (YouTube/Ke’mari Cooper)
Kemari Cooper posing with the fish he caught. (YouTube/Ke’mari Cooper)

Shared on YouTube, the video captures the adorable moment when a young boy named Kemari Cooper released his prized catch back into the water. It was recorded and shared by his father Velt Cooper.

In the video, Kemari portrays a big smile before he gently puts the fish back in the water. He even pats the animal before it swims away.

Take a look at the heartening video:

The boy was joyous after he captured the fish which weighed about 7 pounds, reports Daily Mail. Turns out, it was the biggest fish he has captured till now.

People were impressed and they dropped all sorts of comments on the video. Most were at awe after seeing Kemari’s gesture. There were a few who praised his father for raising a good human being.

“There’s a kid with outstanding character. You are raising a fine young man there, I know you’re proud and you’ve got every right to be!” wrote a YouTube user. “He’s such a sweetie,” wrote another.

“That is one of the finest young men I have ever seen!!! If you are ever in NC, I would love to take you fishing!!!!!” commented a third. “What a catch! What a kid! Good job Dad. You’re raising a great boy,” wrote a fourth.

What do you think of this kid’s gesture?

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    Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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