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Monkey storms shopping mall in UP's Jhansi, attacks woman and sparks chaos. Video

A monkey created chaos at City Kart Mall in Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi, playfully climbing on shoppers and evading capture, leaving the mall in disarray.

Published on: Jan 12, 2025 08:46 AM IST
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A regular shopping day at City Kart Mall in Uttar Pradesh’s Jhansi took a wild turn when an unexpected visitor—a monkey—created havoc. A video capturing the chaotic scenes has gone viral, leaving social media users shocked.

Monkey’s mischief: From perching to pulling clothes

Monkey caused panic at City Kart Mall, Jhansi. (X)
Monkey caused panic at City Kart Mall, Jhansi. (X)

Shoppers were left stunned as the primate wandered into the mall, leaping onto displays and shoppers alike. The commotion began when the monkey targeted a young woman, perching on her head and pulling at her clothes. It even managed to swipe one of her shoes, leaving her visibly terrified.

The distressed woman screamed, “It bit me!” as she desperately sought help from onlookers. Despite her efforts to shake off the monkey, the nimble creature clung to her, tugging at her hair before eventually jumping onto nearby clothing racks.

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Bystanders’ failed attempts to help

The mall, usually a bustling shopping hub, turned into a scene of pure mayhem. Shoppers scrambled for safety while others stayed back to record the monkey’s antics. Videos of the incident, showing the monkey’s parkour-like agility, quickly went viral, sparking a wave of reactions online.

Chaos goes viral

The video has left social media buzzing, with users sharing their reactions to the monkey’s daring escapade. Some found the situation hilarious, while others expressed concern for the woman who bore the brunt of the primate’s antics.

(Also read: Monkey unzips child's bag on stroller at Singapore Zoo, steals bananas: ‘You’re really fat’)

Mall authorities have yet to comment on the incident, leaving many to wonder how the monkey managed to enter the premises undetected.

 
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Mahipal Singh Chouhan

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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