Attempts to deter Indians from asking for selfies backfire as many are happy to pay
A Russian woman visiting India found an unexpected way to handle the constant requests for selfies: charging Rs 100 per photo. However, her clever idea quickly backfired when many Indians were happy to pay for the chance to take a picture with her, reported timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
In her Instagram video, Angelina humorously mimicked the frequent requests she received from locals, saying, “Mam, please, one photo? One photo?” Holding up a sign that read, “1 selfie Rs 100,” she began charging for pictures.
To her surprise, many men happily handed over the money, posing for photos while she proudly displayed the earnings. Angelina described it as a win-win solution, captioning her video, “Now we’re all happy. Indians get their photo with a foreigner, and foreigners aren’t tired because they’re paid for the selfie. How’s this solution?”
Angelina’s viral video shows her holding a sign charging Rs 100 per selfie, only to find eager locals happily paying for the opportunity
The video has since gone viral, drawing laughs and praise from social media users. Comments included, “She knows Indians more than Indians,” and “India is the place for foreigners to make money.”
The situation highlights the unique experiences of tourists in India, where foreigners often become the center of attention and receive endless photo requests. Angelina’s humorous take on the situation resonated with viewers, earning her admiration for her creativity.
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