‘Aura Farming' stunt on moving Mercedes lands Navi Mumbai YouTuber in legal trouble; driver had no license
In the now-viral clip, the woman is seen confidently performing the trending 'Aura Farming' or 'boat dance' on the bonnet of the luxury car while it cruises down the road. The dance, made famous by 11-year-old Indonesian internet star Rayyan Arkan Dikha, has become a global craze, but this particular take has landed its performers in legal trouble.
The video was reportedly shot on Sunday but went viral midweek. What added fuel to the controversy was the caption: 'On my way to the 69th heartbreak with the same guy.' However, police later discovered that the man driving the car, identified as Al-fesh Shaikh, 24, didn't even have a valid driving license. His partner in crime, 24-year-old Nazmeen Sulde, who was behind the performance, is a digital content creator with over a million subscribers on YouTube.
According to a Times of India report, a passerby recorded the stunt and shared it online, sparking outrage and prompting the authorities to take swift action. Although the viral clip had a blurred number plate, traffic officials used CCTV footage to identify and trace the vehicle back to its owner in Kharghar.
Both Sulde and Shaikh were detained and booked under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS) and the Motor Vehicles Act (1988).
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Online, the backlash was swift. One user sarcastically wrote, 'Now I understand why govt keep potholes in the road.' Another user said, 'Make her famous — they need to get fined and arrested for this on road.' Others condemned the pursuit of fame at any cost, with one person commenting, 'People have sold themselves for fame. Ready to stoop to any levels. It's a shame.'
Dhika has become an internet sensation, thanks to his effortlessly cool moves at a traditional boat race festival. Captured dancing at the very tip of a long, racing canoe during the Pacu Jalur festival in Riau, Dhika's calm yet charismatic presence has captivated millions online.
His signature style and swagger have sparked a global trend. From police officers to the Singapore Navy, Instagram is now flooded with what users are calling the 'Aura Farming' dance, inspired by Rayyan's viral moment.
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