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Google Maps said 4 hours, American traveller found a quicker way to Bihar's Bhagalpur
An American content creator’s Bihar travel vlog from Bhagalpur has gone viral for its unexpected journey across the city.
A recent Instagram video by an American content creator has caught the internet’s attention for showcasing a different and unexpected side of Bihar. The video follows his journey to Bhagalpur, where he is seen navigating everyday travel in the state, from riding on scooters to crossing the Ganga on a boat. The mix of movement, moments, and observations has left social media users both amused and emotional.
The video was shared by Instagram user @tonykmontana. The caption of the post read, "Google Maps said 4 hours. Bihar said “sit down beta”."
In the video, the content creator says, "I'm an American and I'm having the time of my life here in Bihar, but I'm here in Mansi and it says here on Google Maps that its gonna take 4 hours to get to Bhagalpur. Its literally a 20 minute drive, but do you know what Google Maps doesn't know about Indian ingenuity. I guarantee you there's a way we can get to Bhagalpur real quick."
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The video then shows him travelling through Bihar in different ways while interacting with locals. At one point, he is seen riding on a scooter and says, "Biharis are so sweet, they always pick you up no matter what."
As he continues the journey, he adds, "Bihar is so damn beautiful alright."
The creator eventually reaches an under construction bridge over the Ganga and appears surprised by the situation. Looking around at the busy scene, he says, "So, we have reached where the bridge is supposed to be. Its fully under construction. I have no idea how we're gonna get through this, its a scene here."
He is later seen asking locals how they would cross the river before finally boarding a boat to continue the journey to Bhagalpur.
Internet reacts
The video quickly went viral, with users flooding the comments section with funny and wholesome reactions.
One person wrote, "Bro might be the only person to be having fun in Bihar."
Another added, "You’re the American version of Prem Kishen from Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon."
Several users from Bihar also appreciated the way he showcased the state.
"I agree that Bihar is beautiful. I’m also curious what you’re doing in Bhagalpur?" read one comment.
Another person joked, "Bro made Bhagalpur feel like Bangkok."
"Never seen someone excited for Bhagalpur," another user commented.
One person from the city wrote, "Seeing someone so exited for my hometown was not on my 2026 bingo card."
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"This is incredible. Thanks for such an appreciation. I am from Bhagalpur," added another.
"I want to be this excited about life," read another comment.
