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Time of India
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Viral video of Gujarati actor eating khaman on Surat Airport floor triggers fierce discussion on "civic sense"
A video of a Gujarati man sitting on the floor and eating food at Surat Airport has taken the internet by storm. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack India stares at a 'water bomb' threat as it freezes Indus Treaty India readies short, mid & long-term Indus River plans Shehbaz Sharif calls India's stand "worn-out narrative" The man was identified as Gujarati actor Hitesh Thakkar by The Indian Express. In the now-viral video, Thakkar is seen sitting cross-legged on the airport floor with a newspaper spread out in front of him. On it, he and his friends enjoyed khaman, a soft, fluffy Gujarati snack loved by many. In the video, Thakkar explained that he and his friends were flying from Surat to Pattaya, Thailand. His friends had brought khaman to the airport, so they decided to sit on the floor and eat before boarding their flight. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Moose Approaches Girl At Bus Stop In Sumatera Utara - Watch What Happens Happy in Shape Undo — AgentSaffron (@AgentSaffron) "We don't look at the place when it comes to eating," Thakkar said in the video. "This is Surat Airport, and my friends got delicious khaman. We are sitting on the floor and eating before boarding our flight to Pattaya." Live Events The video was first shared on X (formerly Twitter) by a user who praised Thakkar for sticking to his "traditional diet and eating style." However, not everyone agreed. Many social media users criticised the act, calling it a "civic lapse." Some pointed out that while it is important to respect one's culture and traditions, public spaces like airports demand a certain level of civic responsibility. One user commented, 'Missing upright civic behaviour is one of the reasons India is still seen as a third world country. You want to use modern transport but act like rules do not apply.' Another wrote, 'Not Indian culture, please stop promoting this. There is nothing to be proud about.' Some also said that eating in public spaces like airports could cause inconvenience to others and set a bad example. While many supported Thakkar for valuing his food and traditions, others stressed the need for maintaining proper behaviour in public places, especially airports where rules are stricter. One X user summed it up by saying, 'You can eat anything however you want in your home, but in public, there must be some civic sense.'
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Actor enjoys Gujarati snacks on airport floor in viral video. Internet cannot decide how to feel
Gujaratis are known for carrying their beloved theplas , dhoklas, and khakhras while travelling across the world, because wherever they go, food must follow. While travelling and snacking mid-journey is one thing, sitting on an airport floor and eating is a whole different story. Recently, a video capturing this very scene of a Gujarati man sitting and eating Khaman on the airport floor went viral, sparking a heated debate online. While some viewers saw it as a heartwarming reminder of staying rooted to one's culture, others criticised it as a lack of civic sense in a public space. So, what exactly happened? #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack India stares at a 'water bomb' threat as it freezes Indus Treaty India readies short, mid & long-term Indus River plans Shehbaz Sharif calls India's stand "worn-out narrative" A viral video of a Gujarati man casually enjoying a meal while sitting on the floor at Surat airport has ignited a debate on social media about civic etiquette. According to the Indian Express, the man has been identified as Gujarati actor Hitesh Thakkar . In the now-viral clip, Thakkar is seen sitting cross-legged on the airport floor, with a newspaper neatly laid out in front of him holding khaman, a beloved Gujarati snack. He was joined by a group of friends, all seated comfortably around him, creating an unusual scene that has divided opinions online. They were all set to fly out to Pattaya, Thailand. The video was shared on X with the caption, 'Proud of this Indian uncle who upheld his traditional diet and eating style in the airport gate before boarding flight to Bangkok . Be proud of your roots.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo — AgentSaffron (@AgentSaffron) Internet divided The viral video led to a flood of mixed reactions online. Some users shared their own experiences, recalling how they too had enjoyed homemade snacks like bhel while waiting at airports abroad. A section of people defended the act, arguing that it was a matter of pride in Indian traditions and a rejection of the need to conform to Western expectations for acceptance. However, many others criticised the behaviour, calling it inappropriate for a public space like an airport. Several pointed out that while embracing traditional eating habits was commendable, doing so at boarding gates showed a lack of civic sense. Some highlighted that public spaces have rules that everyone must respect, and acting otherwise gives rise to negative perceptions about India's hygiene standards. A few harsh comments also mentioned that such actions contribute to India still being stereotyped as a "third world country," and sarcastically mentioned that eating food with hands off a newspaper on an airport floor was anything but "classy."
Indian Express
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Gujarati actor spotted eating ‘khaman' on floor at Surat Airport, viral video sparks outrage: ‘Missing civic behaviour'
The social media discussion regarding Indians lacking civic sense has been gaining momentum. Several videos emerged on the Internet in recent years, highlighting the disregard for cleanliness and basic etiquette in public places. A video of Gujarati actor Hitesh Thakkar eating khaman seated on the floor with his friends at Surat Airport has sparked a fresh debate on X. The viral video shows newspapers spread on the floor and his friends serving khaman on them. 'We don't see the place when it comes to eating. This is Surat Airport, and my friends got delicious khaman. We are sitting on the floor and eating before boarding our flight to Pattaya, Thailand,' Thakkar says in Gujarati. Sharing the video, an X handle @AgentSaffron wrote, 'Proud of this Indian uncle who upheld his traditional diet and eating style in the airport gate before boarding flight to Bangkok. Be proud of your roots.' Watch here: Proud of this Indian uncle who upheld his traditional diet and eating style in the airport gate before boarding flight to Bangkok. Be proud of your roots 💪 — V (@AgentSaffron) April 26, 2025 The video quickly gained traction, amassing nearly four lakh views and igniting a discussion over civic sense in public places. Several users slammed Thakkar for disrupting fellow flyers at the airport, with one commenting, 'What a waste fellow. He belongs to the 75% Indians who are uncivilized.' Another user wrote, 'I also proud of my eating habits and will encourage to do it. But, No this uncle is not doing good, it is this kind of encouragement which helps people us make bad. Do this at your home or at right place. Boarding gate is not your home and not a restaurant.' A third user said, 'Missing civic behaviour.' 'He is an idiot and so men around him. This is neither an Indian culture nor hygienic. You are a guest in foreign country and you should treat it as such,' a fourth user commented.
