In an unusual event from UP, a man is facing legal repercussions after staging his own death as a prank. A video that has gone viral on social media features a 23-year-old named Mukesh Kumar lying motionless on a busy road in Kasganj, pretending to be lifeless.
The video has sparked considerable outrage among social media users, who have condemned Kumar for his reckless and attention-seeking actions. His dangerous quest for online fame has provoked anger and raised alarms about the risks associated with social media obsession.
Ab bas yahi karna bacha tha reel ke liye. 🫡
In #UttarPradesh‘s Kasganj district, a young man pretended to die by lying down in the middle of a busy intersection. The police have arrested the ‘reel star’ Mukesh Kumar. #instagramreel pic.twitter.com/jZIku5HPPG
— Akassh Ashok Gupta (@peepoye_) September 16, 2024
The footage shows Mukesh Kumar lying still on the road in Kasganj, simulating death. The 23-year-old’s “corpse” was draped with a white sheet, cotton stuffed in his nostrils, and decorated with a flower garland, creating a disturbingly realistic scene.
जनपद के थाना कासगंज स्थित राजकोल्ड चौराहे पर एक युवक द्वारा अपने को शव जैसा प्रदर्शित करते हुए रील शूट किये जाने के सम्बन्ध में श्री राजेश भारती, अपर पुलिस अधीक्षक कासगंज द्वारा दी गयी बाईट । pic.twitter.com/xowsDWmGcZ
— KASGANJ POLICE (@kasganjpolice) September 15, 2024
Naturally, it appears frightening at first glance. Out of nowhere, Kumar sprang to life, bursting into laughter as the video came to an end. The bewildered audience realized they had been caught in a clever prank and promptly alerted the authorities.
As a result, local law enforcement detained Kumar for causing a public disturbance and participating in mischievous behavior.
Now, let’s find out what the police have to say regarding the incident.
“The man has made a video by sleeping on the road and creating a shock through his video. Taking cognizance of this, we have arrested the man identified as Mukesh Kumar and necessary action will follow.”
Here are some of the comments that appeared below the video shared on X.
‘Reel makers are ready to go to any extent,”
”I never thought people would stoop so low for views.”
“’The world is full of strange and crazy people, they should be given training to make good reels.”
”This reel disease is increasing.’
“Please take the strictest possible action against this criminal which should serve as a deterrent for others.”
The urge to achieve viral fame and gain popularity is rapidly increasing among young people across the country. This trend is not limited to the youth; it resonates with individuals of all ages.
