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“This is stupid”: Pakistani man casually rides chained tiger in viral video. Internet angry | On trend

Oct 06, 2024 1:32 PM IST

A viral video showed a Pakistani man riding a chained tiger, sparking outrage online and many condemning the act.

Considered one of the most majestic and powerful creatures in the animal kingdom, tigers are revered for their strength and independence. But a recent Instagram video has turned that narrative on its head, showing a man in Pakistan casually riding a chained tiger as if it were a horse. The shocking video, posted by digital artist Nouman Hassan, has taken social media by storm, amassing over a million views in just a few days.

A Pakistani man faced backlash for riding a chained tiger in a viral video. (Instagram/nouman.hassan1)

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The viral video

In the now-viral clip, the man can be seen sitting on a giant tiger and casually riding it through an open area. In the background you can see two cages, in one a lion and in the other a lioness. Despite the viral nature of the post, the video caused deep unease among many viewers, with most reactions on social media criticizing the man for his actions.

Check out the post here:

Social media backlash

The internet's reaction to the video was swift and full of disapproval. Many users condemned the act, calling it both unethical and dangerous. One user commented: “This is just wrong in many ways. Tigers are not toys.” Another outraged person wrote: “What kind of sick person chains such a majestic animal for entertainment?”

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Some expressed concern for the tiger's welfare, with one comment reading: “The poor tiger looks so helpless. This is blatant animal cruelty.” Others questioned the legality of the act, saying, “Is this even legal?” Where are the authorities when something like this happens?”

A pattern of controversy

This incident is not an isolated case. Just a few months earlier, another Pakistani content creator, Mian Saqib, faced intense criticism for posting a video showing his interactions with wild animals. In this clip, Saqib shared footage of a lioness lovingly hugging him, causing widespread anger among netizens.

Watch the clip here:

Shocking, isn't it?

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