A video of an Indian man drawing attention to gutka stains on a London street has gone viral and sparked conversations online. The clip, shared on Instagram by the account @pandeyjipardesi, shows the man zooming in on red spit marks on the road next to a parked car.
An Indian man’s video of gutka stains on a London street went viral. (Instagram/pandeyjipardesi)
In the footage, the man can be heard speaking in Hindi, which translates to English as, “Look at this, is this London or what is this… stop the visa system.” His tone mixed sarcasm with disappointment, questioning how such habits had reached a city known for its orderliness.
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To add to the commentary, the video carried a on-screen text reading, “London ya Kanpur.” The comparison drew on Kanpur’s stereotypical association with paan and gutka stains in public places, highlighting the irony of seeing the same in London.
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To add to the commentary, the video carried a on-screen text reading, “London ya Kanpur.” The comparison drew on Kanpur’s stereotypical association with paan and gutka stains in public places, highlighting the irony of seeing the same in London.
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The post quickly picked up momentum, crossing more than 42,000 views within a short span. The unusual sight of gutka stains in one of the world’s busiest cities became a talking point among Instagram users. Many were amused by the humour in the commentary, while others expressed strong disapproval over the act itself.
Social media users offered a mix of light-hearted jokes and critical takes. One user quipped, “Londonpur.” Another teased, “Pandey ji, you forgot you are in Londonpur.” A third comment read, “Kanpuriya at London.” Someone added, “Deport button.”
On the other hand, several viewers condemned the incident. One remarked, “This looks so bad at many level,” while another stressed, “This is surely not acceptable.”
Mahipal Singh Chouhan is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times Digital, with nearly five years of experience in digital journalism and content production. His work primarily focuses on offbeat and trending stories that reflect everyday experiences and evolving conversations on the internet. He has consistently worked on transforming viral content and human interest stories into structured news pieces that engage readers while maintaining editorial clarity. At Hindustan Times, Mahipal contributes to identifying and developing stories emerging from social media trends, online communities, and real-world incidents that capture public attention. His approach involves adding context and journalistic perspective to fast-moving digital narratives, helping present viral moments in a clear and reader-friendly format suited for digital audiences. Before joining Hindustan Times Digital, he was associated with DNA India, where he gained experience in newsroom workflows and digital storytelling practices. Mahipal holds a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, Delhi. He is particularly interested in tracking emerging trends and understanding how online conversations evolve into broader public discussions. His work reflects a focus on accuracy, readability, and relevance in the rapidly changing digital news environment. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Mahipal takes an interest in history and sports and regularly works on improving his general knowledge, which complements his curiosity as a media professional.
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