In a social media moment that has captivated the nation, Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft, was spotted savouring a cup of chai at a roadside stall in Nagpur.
The unlikely encounter, captured in a now-viral video, has netizens abuzz, hailing it as an "unexpected collaboration" and even a glimpse into the "multiverse."
The video, shared by Gates himself on Instagram, showcases the tech mogul placing a simple order for "one chai" with Dolly Chaiwala, a local tea vendor known for his unique brewing methods and social media presence.
The clip, viewed over 13 million times, offers a heartwarming glimpse into Gates' visit to India, where he expressed admiration for the country's innovative spirit, even in the preparation of a cup of tea.
Gates's enthusiasm for India's "incredible innovators" extends beyond the realm of technology, as the video highlights his interest in the nation's diverse cultural experiences.
The closing frame, featuring Gates and Chaiwala standing side-by-side with the caption "Looking forward to many chai pe charcha," has sparked speculation about further interactions and discussions during his visit.
The delightful encounter between the global tech icon and the local tea maestro has not only captured the hearts of social media users.
Reacting on Bill Gates-Dolly Chaiwala meetup, Zomato wrote on its X (formerly Twitter) account: "Upto 60% off on chai even for Bill Gates (sic)." Shared over 15 hours ago on Instagram, the video has more than 14 lakh likes and numerous comments.
The post by Gates caught netizens by a sheer sense of surprise as they were not able to believe what they were seeing.
“I wonder if this is AI generated (sic),” a user said.
“Is this a deepfake,” a user asked.
“How much was the bill (sic),” asked Swiggy India.
“Time to leave the planet (sic),” a user said in jest. “Damn!!! We share the same tapri,” a user said jocularly.
“Unexpected collab (sic),” a user remarked.
Another user said: “Bro whatttt??? What in the multiverse is this?”
“Crossover we never expected (sic),” yet another user noted.
“What a crossover event,” another user said.
"I am going to wash my eyes with one cup of chai because I can't believe this is real," other user reacted.
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