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Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru auto driver's honest take on Hindi-Kannada row goes viral: ‘Everything is first class'
A viral video featuring a candid conversation between a Bengaluru auto-rickshaw driver and a woman passenger has offered a refreshing perspective on the city's much-discussed language tensions. A viral video showed a Bengaluru auto driver's calm take on language issues.(Instagram/khyatishree2) Shared on Instagram by user Khyati Shree, the clip captures a light-hearted exchange where she tries to learn basic Kannada phrases from the driver. When asked about the recent spats between Hindi and Kannada speakers, the driver responds with striking simplicity: 'Yeh thoda aadmi log daru wagera peke rehta hai, aisa aisa karke jhagda hota hai. Warna koi problem nahi hai, acche se rehte hai sab… Bengaluru ke andar sab first class hai.' (Some men get drunk and do mischief, otherwise there are no problems. Everything is first class in Bengaluru.) (Also read: 'I won't pay cash, only UPI': Bengaluru man's post about auto ride sparks backlash) His words stand out amid all the noise online. He explains that the anger people often see is usually just temporary frustration, not genuine hostility. In his view, Bengaluru is largely a peaceful and welcoming city where people live together with mutual respect. Watch the clip here: 'Hindi vs Kannada' narrative challenged Khyati, in her caption, writes about her own experiences during her stay in Karnataka. 'Hindi vs Kannada issues are always in news. I have stayed in Karnataka for 4 months and travelled beyond Bengaluru too. Never faced any problem when it came to language,' she states. She goes on to share that she interacted with several cab and auto drivers, was warmly hosted by locals, dined at numerous places, and never felt unwelcome for being a Hindi speaker. 'As long as you are a well-behaved person, no-one cares if you are a Hindi-speaking person,' she adds, noting that English also helps bridge communication gaps. Internet reacts with praise and relatability The video has garnered over 10.5 million views and triggered a wave of positive reactions online. One user commented, 'That man is wise beyond words. What a lovely reply.' Another wrote, 'So true! Most problems are created by a few and blown up online.' A viewer said, 'Lived in Bengaluru for 3 years and never had any issue. It's a lovely city with kind people.' Another remarked, 'People need to stop generalising based on isolated incidents.' A user also shared, 'This proves that good behaviour goes a long way,' while another added, 'Respect begets respect, regardless of language.' One more chimed in, 'Such wholesome content! The driver made my day.'
India Today
6 days ago
- General
- India Today
Bengaluru auto driver's honest take on Hindi-Kannada row delights Internet. Watch video
A video of a woman chatting with a Bengaluru auto-rickshaw driver about language tensions prevailing in the city has gone viral. The reason, you may ask, is the driver's grounded reply. The clip, shared by Khyati Shree on Instagram, shows her trying to pick up basic Kannada phrases during the ride. The auto driver not only helps her patiently but also addresses the often-discussed 'Hindi vs Kannada' debate with disarming thoda aadmi ka problem hain, aisa aisa karke jhagda hota hai. Warna koi problem nahi hai, acche se rehte hai sab Bengaluru ke andar sab first class hai,' he says, implying that most language-related confrontations stem from personal frustration, not deep-rooted hostility. According to him, life in the city is peaceful and people generally get along well. Khyati seconded that thought in her caption. 'I've stayed in Karnataka for four months and travelled beyond Bengaluru. I've never faced any issues about language. I interacted with countless auto and cab drivers, locals, and ate at many places; no one cared if I spoke Hindi, as long as I was polite,' she further shared that despite reading about language clashes, her personal experience had been quite the opposite. 'Before travelling to coastal Karnataka, I was anxious about facing angry drivers. But that never happened. Knowing English helps, but it's more about how you behave,' she said. It's her second time in the city, and she added that 'the vibes are still nice.'Watch the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Khyati Shree (@khyatishree2)Instagram users had a lot to say about the viral video. A user, who claimed to have lived in Bengaluru for 25 years, wrote, 'People here aren't bad. They only react when provoked. Never faced any language issue myself.'Another user called the city 'a vibe' and praised how it welcomes of the users, however, added a reminder: 'Respect goes both ways. Learn a few Kannada phrases - it makes locals happy. You wouldn't expect people to speak Hindi in Japan or China, would you?'While the internet often amplifies conflict, this video came as a much-needed reality check for all of us. Maybe, sometimes, all it takes is patience, politeness, and a little effort to understand each other.- EndsTrending Reel
Indian Express
7 days ago
- General
- Indian Express
Bengaluru auto-rickshaw driver calls city ‘first class,' explains Kannada row with grace; says some drunk men create issues
In the midst of growing tensions and social media debates over the use of Marathi and Kannada in parts of Maharashtra and Karnataka, respectively, a heartwarming moment has emerged from Bengaluru, winning hearts online. A video of a candid conversation between a young woman and an auto-rickshaw driver is now going viral for all the right reasons, offering a refreshing counterpoint to the usual narrative of hostility and conflict. The video, shared on Instagram by user Khyati Shree, features her chatting with an auto driver as she tries to learn some basic Kannada phrases. He responds with patience and warmth, and when she asks about the recent spats over language issues in Bengaluru, his reply is disarmingly honest. 'Yeh thoda aadmi log daru wagera peke rehta hai, aisa aisa karke jhagda hota hai,' he says. 'Warna koi problem nahi hai, acche se rehte hai sab… Bengaluru ke andar sab first class hai.' (Some men get drunk and do mischief, otherwise there are no problems. Everything is first class in Bengaluru.) In other words, according to him, most of the so-called issues are blown out of proportion. What looks like anger, he explains, is often 'just frustration,' sometimes triggered by personal stress or alcohol, not any deep-seated animosity. He insists that within the city, people generally live peacefully and with mutual respect. Khyati, who has lived in Karnataka for four months, wrote in the caption that her own experience mirrors the driver's sentiment. Despite reading about ongoing 'Hindi vs Kannada' issues, she said she never faced any problems while traveling across the state, even in remote areas. 'As long as you're respectful, no one cares what language you speak,' she wrote. 'Knowing English definitely helps, but it's more about attitude than language.' A post shared by Khyati Shree (@khyatishree2) The video has struck a chord with many online. One viewer commented, 'Good awareness dear… respect each other… Bangalore people are not that bad! I've been here 25 years and never had any issues.' Another pointed out the importance of privacy in such content, writing, 'You should blur the face in videos like this. People like him deserve to be protected.' One user said, 'Kannadigas are welcoming, but respect must be mutual. If you want to live here, learn Kannada, speak Kannada, and respect Kannada… This is not forcing—it's a natural expectation. Everywhere in the world, people value their language and culture.'
