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Man travels nearly 60 km on Mumbai local train with glass of water, spills nothing
A Mumbai commuter’s unusual challenge of carrying a full glass of water from Churchgate to Virar without spilling it has gone viral online.
Mumbai's local trains are not exactly known for smooth rides. Packed compartments, people constantly boarding and exiting, and the occasional jostle make even standing with a mobile phone in hand a challenge. So when an Instagram creator attempted to carry a full glass of water from Churchgate to Virar without spilling a single drop, the internet was instantly intrigued.
The challenge, shared by Instagram user @prannayjoshi, has gone viral, with viewers praising his patience and admitting they felt nervous watching the video unfold.
The idea came from an "Ask Me a Question" prompt. One follower challenged him to take a glass of water from Churchgate to Virar - a journey of nearly 60 kilometres on Mumbai's suburban railway network - without spilling any of it.
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A surprisingly tense challenge
The video begins at Churchgate station, where the creator fills a glass with water and boards a local train. Holding the glass carefully, he announces that the challenge has officially begun.
What appears to be a simple task quickly turns into a test of concentration. Throughout the journey, he is seen protecting the glass from passing commuters and sudden movements inside the crowded train. At several points, viewers are left wondering whether the water will spill.
As the train moves through Mumbai's busy railway network, the creator continues to guard the glass while navigating the usual rush of passengers. The suspense builds further as he crosses major stations, including Nalasopara, and gets closer to Virar.
After a long and tense ride, he finally reaches his destination. To the delight of viewers, the water remains intact, allowing him to successfully complete the challenge.
Check out the full video below:
The unusual feat quickly drew reactions from social media users
One viewer joked, "Next time you should do this but you're carrying me."
Many people felt the cameraperson deserved recognition too. "Why is nobody talking about the person who also travelled with him and did fantastic camera work? He should be appreciated as well," wrote one user. Another commented, "The camera person in your reels deserves equal appreciation."
Others suggested more difficult tasks. "Next Challenge - Carry a Bucket of Water in a Bus," one person wrote, while another suggested, "Go to a public place and perform random acts of kindness for strangers all day."
Several viewers admitted they were anxious throughout the video. "Yeh wala dare sach mein mushqil tha," commented one user. Another summed up the collective feeling: "Challenge aap kar rahe tha, dar mujhe lag raha tha video dekh ke."
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Not all reactions were serious, though. "Unemployment at its peak," joked one commenter.
