Viral Moments 2024: Ranveer Singh-Johnny Sins, Dolly Chaiwala-Bill Gates; moments that stunned the Internet

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding became the year’s most talked-about event. The Ambanis hosted a star-studded celebration. It had a mini-concert by Rihanna and performances by global icons like Katy Perry, Justin Bieber, Akon, and Andrea Bocelli, alongside Indian legends like A R Rahman and Diljit Dosanjh. Lavish pre-wedding festivities and stunning couture added to the spectacle.

Ranveer Singh and Johnny Sins collaboration

In 2024, Ranveer Singh and Johnny Sins teamed up for Bold Care’s ground-breaking men’s health campaign aimed at destigmatising sexual wellness. Featuring parodies of TV serials and teleshopping ads, the creative collaboration sparked unexpected fan reactions and went viral, amassing millions of views.

Beloved NYC owl ‘Flaco’ passes away

Flaco, the only Eurasian eagle-owl in North America, died after crashing into a building in Manhattan. The bird had escaped from the Central Park Zoo last year due to a vandalised enclosure. Despite fears for his survival, Flaco thrived in the wild. His death has sparked outrage, with many blaming the vandal and city buildings for the tragedy.

Karnataka doctor’s pre-wedding shoot in operation theatre

A Karnataka doctor, Abhishek, was trolled after filming a pre-wedding shoot in the operation theatre of a government hospital in Bharamasagara. The viral video showed him and his fiancée staging a fake surgery with real medical equipment, complete with professional lighting and onlookers laughing in the background. The incident sparked outrage, leading to the state government terminating his employment.

Bill Gates collab with Dolly Chaiwala

Dolly Chaiwala, a Nagpur tea vendor, became an Internet sensation in February 2024 after a video of Bill Gates ordering chai from his cart went viral. Gates’ post featuring Dolly’s unique tea-making style skyrocketed his popularity, earning Dolly over 4.6 million Instagram followers and 2.01 million YouTube subscribers, turning a simple chai seller into a global celebrity.

Kerala introduces its first generative AI teacher ‘Iris’

Kerala made headlines by introducing its first generative AI-powered teacher, Iris, in public schools. Iris uses robotics and generative AI for interactive learning, answering questions, and adapting to students’ needs. Equipped with advanced processors and an Android interface, Iris aims to revolutionise education by making learning engaging and personalised.

A Band of Boys reunion

The iconic early 2000s band, Band of Boys, reunited in 2024. Karan Oberoi, Siddharth Haldipur, Sherrin Varghese, Chintoo Bhosle, and Sudhanshu Pandey came together to celebrate and surprise their fans. Karan posted a video on Instagram featuring him, Sherrin, Chintoo, and Sudhanshu jamming to their hit song Gori. This heartw-arming reunion was a nostalgic gift for their loyal fanbase.

Ed Sheeran grooves to Allu Arjun’s chartbuster Butta Bomma with Armaan Malik

Ed Sheeran visited India in 2024 and was spotted bonding with Bollywood stars. A viral video circulated on social media shows him dancing to the hit Telugu song “Butta Bomma” alongside Armaan Malik. In the video, Sheeran, dressed in a white t-shirt and black joggers, flawlessly replicates the song’s iconic dance moves. The track, originally sung by Armaan Malik, was picturised on Allu Arjun and Pooja Hegde in the film Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo.

From wedding bells to unexpected collaborations, and from heart-warming farewells to futuristic tech, these moments didn’t just trend—they made us pause, reflect, and celebrate the unpredictable nature of life. Who knows what 2025 holds? One thing’s for sure: we’ll be ready for whatever viral magic comes next. Bring it on!