A video from Bengaluru showing an auto rickshaw driver using two smartphones simultaneously has caught the attention of social media users. The clip, filmed at night in traffic, highlights a scene many found both amusing and oddly relatable.
A Bengaluru auto driver was filmed multitasking with two smartphones while driving through city traffic. (Instagram/rucxith)
In the footage, the driver is seen seated at the front with one smartphone mounted ahead for navigation. Another phone is placed just below the mirror mount, positioned in a way that suggests it is being used for scrolling. The text overlaid on the clip reads, “One for doomscrolling One for navigation,” capturing the essence of the moment.
The video was shared by Ruchith Bhoopalam, who pointed out the practicality behind the setup. “Not to mention both phones are functionally angled to serve its purpose. Things you see in Bengaluru,” Bhoopalam wrote while sharing the clip online.
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Internet reacts with humour and curiosity
The clip has drawn a wave of reactions online, with users responding with humour and playful observations. One user wrote, “bro has to up his game,” while another commented, “auto scroll option,” poking fun at the dual phone setup.
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A third user added, “Bhaiya got some infinity aura,” highlighting the driver’s seemingly effortless multitasking. Another remarked, “He is the only reason why instagram made auto scroll feature,” linking the scene to popular app features in a witty way.
Some users also admired the ingenuity, with one saying, “Multitasking level next,” while another joked, “This is peak Bengaluru innovation.”
Such moments often reflect the unique character of Bengaluru’s bustling streets, where innovation and improvisation are a part of daily life.
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