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Time of India
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'What a lovely man!': Scottish YouTuber in Chennai is awestruck as he gets a ride and a glass of juice from kind uncle
Hugh Abroad, a Scottish YouTuber, experienced kindness in Chennai. A local man offered him a ride. He also bought Hugh orange juice. Hugh was touched by the gesture. The video of the encounter went viral. It received over 22 million views on Instagram. Viewers praised the man's generosity. They also highlighted Indian hospitality. The incident shows kindness without borders. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Popular in Panache A recent encounter between a Scottish YouTuber and a generous local in Chennai has captured widespread attention online, touching millions with its warmth and simplicity. The incident, shared by the content creator known as Hugh—popularly recognized on social platforms as ' Hugh Abroad '—has struck a chord with viewers, garnering over 22 million views on Instagram video begins with Hugh standing on the side of a busy road in Chennai, seemingly waiting for a ride. Not long after, a man on a two-wheeler approaches him and initiates a conversation, asking where Hugh is headed. Upon hearing that the YouTuber was planning to go further into the city, the rider casually mentioned that he was en route to visit his employer. Seizing the moment, Hugh asked if he could accompany him partway, and the man kindly they resumed the journey, the man made an unexpected stop at a nearby juice stand. With a friendly smile, he turned to Hugh and asked what beverage he'd prefer. After Hugh chose orange juice, the man ordered it without hesitation and insisted on covering the cost. Despite Hugh's offer to pay, the rider courteously refused, emphasizing that he was happy to treat appeared genuinely moved by the gesture, visibly touched by the kindness extended to a complete stranger. The warmth of the interaction left a deep impression on him, and he reflected on the moment with gratitude, smiling as he acknowledged how rare such human connection can be during travels."What a lovely man," he could be seen saying in the video, awestruck by the stranger's sweet internet responded with overwhelming positivity, embracing the brief encounter as a heartening representation of hospitality. Viewers across platforms celebrated the selflessness of the motorist. One commenter affectionately referred to him as 'Uncle,' calling for admiration and respect for his good-natured behavior. "Uncle respect button," the commenter wrote. Another user highlighted the moment as an example of India's famed hospitality, describing it as an everyday reflection of the country's deep-rooted cultural video has gone viral, gaining more than one million users chimed in to express how such interactions highlight the generosity embedded in Indian society. Several viewers remarked on how touching it is to see travelers experience genuine warmth from locals, noting that this spirit of giving is what makes India truly remarkable. The scene, though simple, became a symbol of kindness without borders—a reminder that sometimes the smallest gestures leave the biggest impact.
Economic Times
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
'What a lovely man!': Scottish YouTuber in Chennai is awestruck as he gets a ride and a glass of juice from kind uncle
Hugh Abroad, a Scottish YouTuber, experienced kindness in Chennai. A local man offered him a ride. He also bought Hugh orange juice. Hugh was touched by the gesture. The video of the encounter went viral. It received over 22 million views on Instagram. Viewers praised the man's generosity. They also highlighted Indian hospitality. The incident shows kindness without borders. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Popular in Panache A recent encounter between a Scottish YouTuber and a generous local in Chennai has captured widespread attention online, touching millions with its warmth and simplicity. The incident, shared by the content creator known as Hugh—popularly recognized on social platforms as ' Hugh Abroad '—has struck a chord with viewers, garnering over 22 million views on Instagram video begins with Hugh standing on the side of a busy road in Chennai, seemingly waiting for a ride. Not long after, a man on a two-wheeler approaches him and initiates a conversation, asking where Hugh is headed. Upon hearing that the YouTuber was planning to go further into the city, the rider casually mentioned that he was en route to visit his employer. Seizing the moment, Hugh asked if he could accompany him partway, and the man kindly they resumed the journey, the man made an unexpected stop at a nearby juice stand. With a friendly smile, he turned to Hugh and asked what beverage he'd prefer. After Hugh chose orange juice, the man ordered it without hesitation and insisted on covering the cost. Despite Hugh's offer to pay, the rider courteously refused, emphasizing that he was happy to treat appeared genuinely moved by the gesture, visibly touched by the kindness extended to a complete stranger. The warmth of the interaction left a deep impression on him, and he reflected on the moment with gratitude, smiling as he acknowledged how rare such human connection can be during travels."What a lovely man," he could be seen saying in the video, awestruck by the stranger's sweet internet responded with overwhelming positivity, embracing the brief encounter as a heartening representation of hospitality. Viewers across platforms celebrated the selflessness of the motorist. One commenter affectionately referred to him as 'Uncle,' calling for admiration and respect for his good-natured behavior. "Uncle respect button," the commenter wrote. Another user highlighted the moment as an example of India's famed hospitality, describing it as an everyday reflection of the country's deep-rooted cultural video has gone viral, gaining more than one million users chimed in to express how such interactions highlight the generosity embedded in Indian society. Several viewers remarked on how touching it is to see travelers experience genuine warmth from locals, noting that this spirit of giving is what makes India truly remarkable. The scene, though simple, became a symbol of kindness without borders—a reminder that sometimes the smallest gestures leave the biggest impact.
India Today
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Scottish YouTuber's Chennai hitchhike ends with a free juice. Watch viral video
A Scottish YouTuber's encounter with a kind stranger in Chennai has become the internet's latest favourite. In a now-viral video, the vlogger shared how a man not only gave him a lift but also treated him to a glass of orange video was posted by Hugh, who goes by 'Hugh Abroad' on social media. The clip has already crossed 22 million views on opened with Hugh standing by the roadside in Chennai, waiting for someone to stop. Soon, a man riding a bike pulled over and asked him where he was heading. When Hugh replied that he was going towards the city, the man said he was on his way to visit his boss. Hugh then asked if he could join him for part of the journey. Before starting off, the kind stranger offered to buy Hugh a drink. He stopped at a juice shop and asked what Hugh would like, eventually buying him a glass of orange juice. When Hugh offered to pay, the man politely declined, saying, "No, no. I will get you one."Appreciating the man's gesture, Hugh said, "Ah, what a lovely man. Gave me a free ride and juice as well!"Watch the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hugh Abroad (@ media users loved the heartwarming moment. "Uncle respect button," a user said, while another added, "Welcome to Indian hospitality."One of the users said, "The beauty of India, I really love people who share our culture with foreigners."Another user said, "Hence India is called Incredible India. Great respect for the person who gave a lift and also bought a drink for Hugh."See the comments here:While the clip won hearts for its simplicity, it reminded many why India's hospitality remains unmatched.- Ends
Daily Record
06-06-2025
- Daily Record
Scottish travel vlogger left surprised in viral review of India's 'worst airline'
Hugh has travelled across India, visiting Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kerala and Bengaluru - to name a few. A Scottish travel vlogger has flown on India's ' worst-rated airline' and has urged people to ignore one thing - and that's its low rating. Going viral in one of his latest videos, the Scotsman told his followers that he is 'catching a one-hour flight with India's worst-rated airline, which is IndiGo". Revealing it "ranks 103 out of 109 in the world", showing a screenshot of AirHelp's website ranking, he says that this is "pretty bad, but I want to see how bad they really are". Hugh, or HughAbroad as he's known, has amassed millions of followers across his social media platforms—including TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram — and consistently gets millions of views on each video on TikTok alone. Heading to Bengaluru, formerly called Bangalore, he said the plane ticket cost him 3,760 Indian rupees, which is the equivalent of £34 or $44. He revealed that for this price, you get 20kg of luggage and a chicken sandwich on board. With his window seat secured, he checked in and dropped off his bags - all of which was an easy process with no issues. When it came to boarding the plane, the Scots traveller was left shocked, wondering why it's ranked so low. 'Usually with these cheap airlines you go on the tarmac and up the stairs but here there's a tunnel straight in," he noted. Filming his seating area, he said: "Spotless. Really, really clean and the leg room is pretty good. There's literally no rubbish at all down here, just the usual magazine and safety instructions. The seat is relatively comfortable as well." Giving it the thumbs up, he said: "Pretty good so far. I don't see why this is rated the worst airline in India - no complaints.' After taking off, he gave an update and still didn't see any issues. "Only seven minutes after the estimated departure time, we have taken off. Impressive." "So far IndiGo, so good," he added, noting that despite coming in at 103rd place, it was on time and that the plane was clean, the seat went back: "What's not to like? Also very, very, affordable.' Speaking about his Chicken Junglee sandwich, he said that the "bread is very fresh, fluffy and inside that chicken is pretty moist with the mayonnaise". He rated the sandwich seven out of 10. 'So far, this has been the best experience I could've ever imagined, nothing has gone wrong" he said. Within an hour, he landed and praised the airline yet again. He concluded his airline review by saying: "That honestly was an absolute fantastic experience and if anyone tells you anything negative about IndiGo, they are lying. I'm rating that at 10 out of 10 - flawless honestly for a budget airline that was spot on." Speaking to the Daily Record, Hugh said: "I was shocked at how low IndiGo was on the rankings, as it's one of the best budget airline experiences I've had. On time, clean, spacious and affordable. I think the rankings need to be taken with a pinch of salt, to be honest." According to the Hindustan Times: "IndiGo has been ranked among the 'world's worst airlines' in the 2024 AirHelp Score report, securing 103rd place out of 109 with a score of 4.80. The low rating is attributed to underwhelming customer satisfaction and poor handling of flight disruption claims. "Responding to the ranking, IndiGo criticised the methodology, saying the survey does not disclose the sample size from India, casting doubt on the survey's credibility. "Conducted by AirHelp, an EU-based claim processing agency, the survey evaluates airlines globally on punctuality, quality of service, and handling of compensation claims. These criteria, weighed equally, form the overall score. The analysis covers data from January to October, incorporating on-time performance, customer claims processing, and feedback from passengers across 54 countries on food, comfort, and service." Hugh has travelled across India, visiting Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kerala and Bengaluru - to name a few.
NDTV
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Watch: Scottish Vlogger Relishes Iconic Fish Kabiraji In Kolkata, Compares It To UK Dish
From its very own version of biryani to sweets like rasgulla and sandesh, Kolkata is a haven for all food lovers. Among the latest to join the list of the city's admirers is Scottish vlogger Hugh Abroad. Hugh could not stop raving about the food in the city, especially its famous fish kabiraji - a fried Bhekti fish served with onion salad, ketchup and mustard. The vlogger visited the Indian Coffee House to try the dish. Priced at just Rs 125, the dish looked "dyn-a-mite" to Hugh. Also Read: Canadian Woman Tastes Misal Pav, But Her Rating Is Not 10/10 The content creator found the dish "quite heavy and a little bit spicy." Talking about the mustard, Hugh said it gave a "nice kick" to the dish. He even compared it to the fish and chips he's used to eating back home. "I'm used to a beer batter, which is very crispy on the outside. But this is pretty soft and very bready." While it wasn't as flaky and soft as he expected, he rated it 7.5 out of 10. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hugh Abroad (@ Here is how Instagram users reacted to the viral video: "It's good to see that a foreigner is appreciating Kolkata more than any other Indian state," a user wrote. "The kabiraji name comes from 'coverage' because the outer layer is literally covered with eggs and deep fried, which is what makes it crispy yet soft," an account explained. Others had some food recommendations for Hugh. "Did you try phuchka in Kolkata?" a user asked, referring to the city's famous street food delicacy. "Try kochuri, please!!! Try Balaram Mullick's Radha Ballavi, baked rasgolla and Sri Hari's Langcha and kochuri too," a foodie recommended. "This is opposite my college!! So nostalgic right now," an account mentioned. People also had a lot to say about the Indian Coffee House. "Indian Coffee House is one of the iconic and oldest cafeterias in Kolkata(India). This place is still pocket-friendly for all. Once upon a time, this joint was a gathering house of eminent people. It's rather historical," a comment read. The clip was shared some weeks ago but it has continued to make the rounds online.
