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‘The dream we built together’: Indian woman gives parents a tour of her Microsoft office in US

A video of an Indian woman showing her parents around her Microsoft office in the US went viral.

Published on: Aug 26, 2025, 14:55:18 IST
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A heart-warming video of an Indian woman showing her parents around her workplace in the United States has struck a chord online. The clip, shared by software engineer Shivangi Reja on Instagram, captures the emotional moment she fulfilled a dream cherished by many children and their families.

An Indian woman gave her parents a heartfelt tour of her US workplace, leaving viewers emotional. (Instagram/shivangi_reja)
An Indian woman gave her parents a heartfelt tour of her US workplace, leaving viewers emotional. (Instagram/shivangi_reja)

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In the short video, Reja can be seen walking with her parents inside the Microsoft office complex. She shows them the meeting rooms, cafeteria and other parts of the campus. Her parents are also seen enjoying food in the canteen while soaking in the atmosphere of their daughter’s workplace.

A proud moment for parents

One touching scene shows Reja’s parents writing on a whiteboard that reads, “I am proud of my daughter Shivangi.”

Take a look here at the clip:

Sharing the clip, Reja wrote in her caption, “From a small town in India to showing my parents the place I call my workplace @microsoft. This isn’t just my dream come true, it’s theirs too. Every sacrifice, every prayer, every hope they carried has led me here. Today, I didn’t just bring them to my office, I brought them to the dream we built together. And honestly, what more could a daughter ask for than seeing her parents say, ‘We’re proud of you.’”

Internet reacts with love

The video has already garnered over five lakh views on Instagram and continues to receive a flood of supportive messages. Viewers expressed how deeply the moment resonated with them. One user commented, “This made me cry, such a pure moment of love and pride.” Another said, “Parents’ happiness is the real measure of success.”

A third person noted, “From a small town to Microsoft, this journey is inspirational for so many.” Another viewer shared, “This is the dream every Indian child abroad wants to live with their parents.” Someone else added, “Your mum’s message on the whiteboard made my heart melt.”

Another touching reaction read, “This shows that behind every success story are years of sacrifices by parents.” One more wrote, “This clip will inspire thousands of girls from small towns who want to achieve big things.”

  • Mahipal Singh Chouhan
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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.Read More