A viral video circulating on social media captures the attention of viewers as a young woman confidently struts through the streets of London in a traditional red wedding ‘lehenga’. Shared by Shraddha, a Spanish-Indian model and digital marketer with 168,000 Instagram followers, the reel showcases her unique fashion statement and cultural pride.
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In the video, Shraddha boards the London tube dressed elaborately in bridal attire, adorned with heavy jewelry, immediately drawing the gaze of fellow commuters. As she ventures onto the streets, pedestrians and passersby are equally captivated by her bold fashion choice. Some onlookers even take photographs, while others cast curious glances her way.
Accompanied by the caption, ”Giving y’all anxiety through the screen,” and a text insert, ”Reactions to a desi top and skirt in London,” the video quickly gained traction, amassing over 2.7 million likes and 42 million views since its posting on February 1.
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Reactions to the video have been varied, with some commending Shraddha’s confidence and cultural embrace, while others criticized what they perceived as attention-seeking behavior. Comments ranged from admiration for her boldness to skepticism about her motives, with some expressing concern about cultural misrepresentation.
Despite the mixed responses, Shraddha’s display of cultural pride and self-assurance has sparked conversations about individual expression and the celebration of diverse identities.
