Australian tourist says he was 'molested' after Indian man repeatedly asked him for a kiss - viral video
’Screengrab from the viral video. An Australian tourist’s video from India has triggered strong reactions online after he filmed an uncomfortable encounter in Kolkata, where a young man repeatedly asked him for a kiss and held his hand despite being turned down.What does the viral video show?The video was shared on Instagram by a user identified as Marco Roams. In the clip, the tourist is seen walking along a street in Kolkata when a young man sitting in a rickshaw approaches him and repeatedly says, “Kiss me here, kiss me.”The tourist appears visibly uneasy and attempts to handle the situation calmly. “Kiss you? No sorry, I’m straight,” he replies. Despite the refusal, the man continues to insist and is seen holding the tourist’s hand as he tries to walk away.After distancing himself from the interaction, the tourist can be heard saying, “Wow! Getting bloody molested by people younger than me.”A text overlay on the video read: “Why do Indian guys always want you to kiss them?”Viral clip draws mixed reactions onlineThe video has since gone viral, attracting thousands of comments and reactions across social media. Many users criticised the behaviour shown in the clip and expressed sympathy for the tourist.A user said, “Not every Indian is like them.”“I think you landed in the wrong India,” one user commented.Another tagged local authorities and wrote, “@kolkatapolice Kindly teach these boys a good lesson.”Some users object to the generalisationWhile many condemned the incident, others took issue with the caption and what they viewed as a broad generalisation about Indian men.“If you’re so broke that you can’t visit actual tourist places, don’t blame India after wandering into random slums for content,” one user wrote.Another commented, “Instead of going to good places in india u guys intentionally go to these kinds of sketchy areas just for content views then upload reels weird captions.”Several users also apologised to the tourist, saying the behaviour shown in the video was unacceptable and did not reflect the conduct of most Indians.(Disclaimer: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. Livemint has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.) About the AuthorKanishka SinghariaKanishka Singharia is a Senior Content Producer at Mint with a passion for news, trends, and the stories shaping the digital world. She specialises in spotting viral narratives by constantly tracking social media platforms and turning them into engaging, reader-friendly stories. Her work ranges from fast-paced breaking updates to sensitive human-interest features, blending speed with clarity. <br><br> With over four years of experience in news and trend reporting, Kanishka has worked with leading organisations such as Hindustan Times and Times Now. She moves seamlessly between profiling business leaders and telling the stories of everyday people, covering national developments just as effortlessly as the memes and conversations that dominate online culture. <br><br> She also reports on real estate developments and civic challenges in major urban hubs like Bengaluru, Delhi, and Gurugram. Her coverage frequently explores the struggles of startup founders, inspiring journeys of CEOs, and the experiences of candidates dealing with the complexities of visa processes. <br><br> Kanishka holds an undergraduate degree in Journalism from Delhi University and a diploma from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication. Rarely offline, she spends much of her time scrolling through X, LinkedIn, Reddit, Instagram, and Facebook in search of the next big story. When she finally logs off, she enjoys binge-watching shows and exploring cafes in pursuit of good food and better conversations. Stay updated with the latest Trending,
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