- By Shailvee Tiwari
- Wed, 16 Jul 2025 02:55 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Bengal Security Guard Viral Video: A man named Anupam Mukherjee from West Bengal is winning hearts on social media for something truly special: his amazing sketching skills. Though he works as a security guard now, his real passion has always been art. Once a full-time illustrator, Anupam had to pause his dreams and take up a job to earn a living. But he never gave up on drawing.His story was recently shared in a touching video by Instagram content creator Aradhana Chatterjee, who is known for spotlighting inspiring people. In the now-viral video, she sits with Anupam and asks to see his drawings. What he shows next leaves viewers stunned, page after page of beautiful portraits, landscapes, and emotional sketches that clearly show his talent and dedication.
Even though he has no proper studio or setup, Anupam continues to create during his work breaks. He also teaches children how to draw after his duty hours. Many people in the comments praised his talent and asked how they could help or contact him. This viral moment has turned into something bigger, a chance for Anupam’s art to finally reach the world.
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The video shared on the social media platform Instagram by the handle 'storiesbyaradhana' was captioned, "The artist who refuses to give up." The video, shared just a day ago, garnered an impressive 1.4 million views from people. Users, without wasting any time, reacted to the viral video.
"Please recommend him to some graphic design agency, so that he can get a better position," one user wrote. "Please, everyone commission him to draw a portrait of yourselves. Nothing more in this world delights an artist than getting paid for their work," a second user wrote. "I am just in awe of the fact that you manage to find these hidden gems of people? While he is an incredibly talented human, you are doing such an amazing job. Please continue your amazing work. I have been following you for a while, my respect for you keeps growing," added a third user.
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"God is watching him all along, and now so many of us do through ur video. He will be rewarded soon, we all hope and pray," a fourth user wrote. "We must give these common man with uncommon talents a platform to showcase their creativity! not just young and upcoming artists, but these 50-something, not-so-young passionate artists who can maintain their passion in the most trying and humble workplace! See how his mature face glows as compliments come his way! I see myself in him," added a fifth user.