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A video that has taken social media by storm showcases an unexpected yet delightful twist where an Australian man speaking flawless Bhojpuri, a language predominantly spoken in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Known for its rich cultural heritage and historical significance, Bhojpuri has long been a medium that connects communities across northern India. The clip, shared on Instagram by @tbi.in, shows the foreigner engaging with Indians and reminiscing about his years in the country. According to the caption, he learned the language during his time in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, living in Lucknow and other parts of the state from 1972 to 1978. He recalls learning his first word, “diversion”, during this period before effortlessly switching to pure Bhojpuri accent. Watch the viral video: View this post on Instagram A post shared by ???????????? (???????????? ???????????????????????? ????????????????) (@tbi.in) Viewers watching the video are left astonished, as his pronunciation and fluency make it nearly impossible to believe he is a foreigner. Towards the end of the video, the man greets the audience warmly with a simple, “See you”. The clip has prompted a wave of humorous reactions on social media. One user quipped, “He is definitely a CIA agent!” while another joked, “Brother, do you eat gutka (tobacco) and paan (betel)?” Many expressed admiration for his skills, with one remarking, “You sound more Bihari than an actual Bihari”, and another drawing a playful comparison to the late actor Rajesh Khanna, calling him “Babu Moshaay”. Some viewers even speculated whether the video was AI-generated.
