Hyderabad: In today’s digital age, where cultural exchanges often happen in unexpected ways, a recent video featuring American pop star Selena Gomez and an Indian fan has taken social media by storm. The clip, which has gone viral, showcases a curious interaction that has left many viewers divided.
The video begins with an Indian man enthusiastically taking a selfie with Selena Gomez, a renowned singer and actress. After the quick snapshot, he makes an unusual request, asking her to chant “Jai Shri Ram,” a traditional Hindu slogan that translates to "Victory to Lord Ram." This phrase is commonly used among devotees to express their reverence.
Gomez, seemingly taken aback by the request, responds politely, “Aww, thank you, honey,” without engaging further. The encounter, initially shared by Pallav Paliwal, a paparazzo handle on Instagram, quickly gained traction online, especially after Mr. Paliwal noted that this interaction occurred during Diwali festivities. However, keen-eyed netizens quickly pointed out that Gomez was actually wearing an outfit from the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, leading to some speculation about the video's authenticity.