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Mr Bean is here to spread word on how to protect yourself from Covid-19, people love the video

In his usual goofy yet serious way, Mr Bean takes up the essential task of imparting important information about the steps which one should take to protect themselves against the pandemic.

Published on: Jun 25, 2020, 10:33:54 IST
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Taking to YouTube, World Health Organisation (WHO) recently shared a video to spread awareness on how to protect oneself form Covid-19. It’s, however, the character that features in the video which has now captured people’s attention. It’s the animated character Mr Bean.

In his usual goofy yet serious way, Mr Bean takes up the essential task of imparting important information about COVID-19. (YouTube/@World Health Organization (WHO))
In his usual goofy yet serious way, Mr Bean takes up the essential task of imparting important information about COVID-19. (YouTube/@World Health Organization (WHO))

In his usual goofy yet serious way, Mr Bean takes up the essential task of imparting important information about the steps which one should take to protect themselves against the pandemic.

“Practicing hand hygiene, correct cough etiquette, physical distancing and knowing your symptoms are among the main ways people can protect themselves from COVID-19,” WHO wrote and shared the video.

Take a look at the video to learn some important lessons from Mr Bean:

Since being shared just two days ago, the video has already gathered over 42,000 views – and counting. It has also sparked tons of comments from people. While some thanked WHO for giving out such important messages, there were some who were simply elated to see Mr Bean

“Wasn’t expecting Mr Bean, this is a treasure,” wrote a YouTube user. “I love Mr Bean,” expressed another.

What do you think of the video?

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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