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Your friendly neighbourhood Spider-Man has gone beyond just protecting the streets. In India, the iconic Marvel superhero has become the subject of playful antics. From someone in a Spider-Man costume getting caught posing on the bonnet of a moving car to another dressed as Spider-Man making rotis on a terrace, these lighthearted acts have added a humorous twist to the beloved character.
A video that recently went viral captured an unexpected scene at Kalyan Junction in Mumbai, where an influencer, dressed as Spider-Man, posed as a beggar to create viral content. The clip was shared by Instagram user Spiderman From Mumbai (@shaddyman98), who captioned it, “Spider-Man ko dedo bhai koi (Someone, please give alms to Spider-Man).”
A man dressed in the classic red and blue costume can be seen seated beneath a staircase in the station, aiming to grab the attention of commuters. In the midst of the bustling railway setting, the content creator also extends his hand, requesting money.
Look at the viral video:
The video has already accumulated nearly three million views and 1.4 lakh likes. While a large number of Instagram users enjoyed the clip, some raised ethical concerns about staging this type of scene in a public setting. Although many found the influencer’s performance both humorous and thought-provoking, it also sparked a debate about the lengths influencers will go to for online fame.
One user commented on the video saying, “Marvel ke name pe dede baba (Give it in the name of Marvel.)” Another user wrote, “Bro sacrificed himself for content.” A third user said, “Imagine Marvel studio watching this.”
