- By Deeksha Gour
- Fri, 23 Aug 2024 01:43 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Hyderabad Viral Video: A Hyderabad-based YouTuber and Instagram influencer has been booked for throwing money in the air on busy streets across the city, causing traffic disruptions and posing a serious risk of accidents.
The individual, identified as Power Harsha, also known as Mahadev and "its_me_power" on Instagram, shared videos of himself tossing bundles of currency notes into the air in the Kukatpally area, creating a chaotic situation on the roads.
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According to a Siasat report, the stunt, which was apparently intended to boost the influencer's social media viewership, has led to the authorities taking legal action against him. Harsha has been booked for various traffic offences, including rash driving and public nuisance.
Despite the backlash, the YouTuber has stated his intention to continue such stunts and has even encouraged his viewers to join his Telegram channel, promising rewards for accurately guessing the amount of money he would throw. "All that you need to do is to join my telegram channel. Link is in my bio. Many of you know that I have earned a lot of money. You can earn too. Meet me on Telegram channel," Harsha heard saying.
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In a video posted on Instagram after his videos went viral, Harsha urged the local media not to "defame" him, claiming that he has been helping people financially in other ways. However, this explanation has done little to quell the outrage expressed by netizens.
One X user commented that the "upcoming generation is being ruined by reel mania," while another urged the Cyberabad Police to take strict action. Another user suggested that all his "accounts should be scrutinized to ensure he's paying his taxes," echoing the concerns of many