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Khaleej Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Dubai: Viral dance by Indian tourists at Burj Khalifa sparks debate
A group of Indian tourists has stirred a debate after a video showing them doing the Garba on the 124th floor of the Burj Khalifa went viral. Wearing matching yellow outfits, the tourists performed the traditional Gujarati folk dance to the Bollywood song Chogada from the 2018 film Loveyatri. The performance was filmed and shared on Instagram on June 15 by Dubai-based content creator @the_walking_lens_, and has since drawn thousands of views and a wave of mixed reactions. Some viewers praised the group for proudly showcasing Indian culture on a global stage. 'It's sweet to see our culture shining,' one user wrote. But others were critical, calling the dance inappropriate for a crowded tourist spot. 'Why is this glorified? We must learn to respect the sanctity of public spaces ,' one comment read. "RIP civic sense," wrote another user. Watch the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Walking Lens �| (@the_walking_lens_) Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. This is not the first time Indian tourists have danced in public spaces abroad. Earlier this month, a group of Indians drew attention in Vienna by dancing Garba on the street to music played by local performers. Social media users noted a growing trend of such impromptu cultural displays, citing other instances including Pangong Lake in India, Times Square in New York, and the streets of London. While some expats defended these acts as harmless and joyful, others argued they can be disruptive. In the Burj Khalifa video's case, critics said the performance may have inconvenienced other visitors and ignored the need to respect shared spaces. 'Perfect example of money can't buy class,' one user commented. A longtime Dubai resident said, "I saw the video. It was lively, but it blocked the viewing area for others. Visitors purchase tickets to enjoy the views, not to navigate around flash mobs." It is not immediately clear if the performance was pre-approved or permitted by Emaar, the Dubai-based real estate developer behind the Burj Khalifa.
NDTV
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Indian Tourists Do Garba At Burj Khalifa In Viral Video, Internet Blasts Them For "No Civic Sense"
Whether it's a wedding baraat on the streets of London or having yoga sessions in Times Square, Indians have never shied away from expressing their cultural vibrance across the globe. That same excitement was evident in a recent viral video of a group of Indian tourists dancing to the popular Bollywood song Chogada on the viewing deck of the iconic Burj Khalifa in Dubai, UAE. The video, uploaded by Dubai-based content creator @the_walking_lens_ on June 15, has sparked an online debate on the "civil sense" of Indians. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Walking Lens 📸| (@the_walking_lens_) The video went viral within hours and has since garnered thousands of views, likes and shares. Some people hailed it as a brilliant representation of Indian identity, with one user saying that it was "sweet". However, many criticised the act as lacking awareness of local cultural norms and public etiquette. One user commented, "Civic sense?? RIP". Another user asked why this is being glorified and that, "We must learn to respect the sanctity of public places." "Why can't people of India adapt to the foreign culture and respect their traditions," another person wrote. "Being an not necessary to glorify our culture everywhere... it's become embarrassing to other Indians who are residents of Dubai," a comment read. Many other Instagram users echoed similar sentiments, pointing out that public performances in foreign countries require sensitivity to local customs and laws. Detractors accused the group of lacking "basic civic sense" and argued that cultural pride must be balanced with cultural awareness. Earlier this month, a group of Indian tourists in Austria faced criticism online after they insisted that local street performers play a Garba song so that they could dance on the street.
Mint
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Indian tourists perform garba at Burj Khalifa; netizens say ‘TMKOC team reached' but ask ‘Daya bhabhi kidhar hai'
A group of Indian tourists were grooving to the traditional Garba to the Bollywood song "Chogada" from the 2018 film Loveyatri on the viewing deck of the world's tallest building Burj Khalifa in a viral video. The tourists, dressed in matching yellow outfits, performed Garba steps, drawing both admiration and outrage. While some praised the cultural expression, others expressed concerns about the appropriateness of such behavior in a public, international tourist space. Dubai-based content creator The Walking Lens posted it on Instagram. The caption attached to the video stated, 'A viral video shows tourists dancing to the Chogada song on top of the iconic Burj Khalifa! Would you dance there with your gang." One of the users said, 'TMKOC team reached.' Another said, 'Stop embarrassing the rest of us', 'Why is this glorified? We must learn to respect the sanctity of public places,' wrote a third user. The fourth asked, 'Daya bhabhi kidhar hai". Some were outraged over 'civic sense' as an internet user commented, 'Civic sense is a scarce resource.' 'Har jagah naachna nahi hota', 'TMKOC ghol ke pee liya'. 'Perfect example of 'Money can't buy class', "Common sense is not common these days," 'Civic sense?? RIP, 'Gokuldham society' were some other remarks made. The Burj Khalifa, officially inaugurated in 2010, is a globally recognised architectural marvel and currently holds the title of the tallest building in the world, soaring to an impressive height of 828 metres (2,717 feet). Located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the iconic skyscraper exemplifies cutting-edge engineering and innovative modern design. Designed by the architectural firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), with Adrian Smith as the chief architect, the Burj Khalifa features a distinctive triple-lobed footprint inspired by the Hymenocallis flower. The structure is composed of reinforced concrete, steel, and glass, and includes a central core with wings arranged in a Y-shaped pattern to provide stability against high winds and seismic forces.
India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Viral video of Indian tourists performing Garba on Burj Khalifa sparks outrage
A group of Indian tourists triggered outrage after a video showing them performing garba on the observation deck of Dubai's iconic Burj Khalifa went viral on social short clip, shared by Dubai-based content creator The Walking Lens, shows the tourists dancing in a circle to the popular Gujarati song Chogada from the 2018 film Loveyatri.'A viral video shows tourists dancing to the Chogada song on top of the iconic Burj Khalifa,' read the caption of the post shared on Watch the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Walking Lens | (@the_walking_lens_)In the comments section of the now-viral video, social media users criticised the act as disrespectful, citing the inappropriateness of turning a global architectural landmark into a dance floor.'Stop embarrassing the rest of us,' a user said while another added, 'Why is this glorified? We must learn to respect the sanctity of public places.'One of the users emphasised: 'It's not proper etiquette to do this in public areas, as other people might get disturbed. We have to respect that.'See the comments here: advertisement Earlier this month, a group of Gujarati tourists in Austria were slammed after they insisted that local street performers play a Garba song so they could dance on a street.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Indian tourists perform garba atop Burj Khalifa, viral video sparks outrage: ‘Stop embarrassing the rest of us'
From shutting down the entire Wall Street in New York City for a wedding procession to eating with their hands on the London subway, a section of Indians has irked the Internet. Now, a new video from Burj Khalifa, the UAE, showing a group of tourists performing garba on Chogada has triggered outrage again. Shared by a Dubai-based content creator that goes by the handle @the_walking_lens_, the now-viral video shows a group of Indians, seemingly Gujaratis, forming a circle and performing garba. The tourists can be seen in yellow T-shirts, hinting at a travel organisation handling their itinerary. 'A viral video shows tourists dancing to the Chodga song on top of the iconic Burj Khalifa,' the caption reads. Watch here: A post shared by The Walking Lens 📸| (@the_walking_lens_) The video quickly went viral, igniting a debate over civic sense among Indians. 'Stop embarrassing the rest of us,' a user wrote. 'Why is this glorified? We must learn to respect the sanctity of public places,' another user commented. 'As a Gujarati, this is embarrassing. I understand you're excited and happy and want to celebrate, but flipping garba anywhere is not. Even gujjus in India don't break into garba at any random place,' a third user reacted. Last month, a similar incident caught the Internet's attention. A group of 43 Gujarati and Marwadi tourists approached two local artists performing on the street, and requested that they play a garba song on their speakers. The viral video then showed the group performing garba on the streets. In another incident, an Indian-origin woman was slammed for eating biryani with her hands on a London subway. Last year, a tourist on a Finland train slammed an Indian family for being loud.
