A video of clothes hanging on a backyard clothesline in the United States has gone viral, igniting a debate on social media. The clip, shared by Mohammad Anas, an Indian-origin man who assists students settling in the U.S., featured an on-screen text that read, "Not India, this is USA," accompanied by a shocked emoji.
While some viewers found the video amusing and harmless, others were quick to question the implied comparison. Many pointed out that air-drying clothes is a common practice worldwide and should not be linked to a specific country.
Check Out the Viral Video
The video was filmed from a window and shows clothes drying outside in the backyard. The clothes were hung on a cable tied between two pillars. The video was uploaded with a caption that read, "Not in India" accompanied by an Indian flag and a red cross symbol, followed by "This is USA" with an American flag and a surprised emoji.
Critics argued that the caption unnecessarily highlighted a routine activity, while supporters of air-drying emphasized its eco-friendly benefits, which are embraced in various parts of the world, including the United States.
Users Reaction to the Viral Post
One of the users said, “Literally every single movie of middle America starts with some lady hanging cloths on a line…” Whereas another one wrote “Hanging clothes to dry? My mom used to make me help put up and take down clothes every(other) weekend, when I was a kid. I’m from Tennessee.”
Another user showed surprise and said, “Man, get lost. I was try to look for something wrong but all I see is people hanging their clothes outside in THEIR own yard. What's the issue here? Like people in 🇺🇸 doesn't?”
The video, posted on Anas' official Instagram account (@md24_anas) five days ago, has since amassed over 5 million views. Social media users flooded the comment section with mixed reactions, turning a simple clip into a broader conversation about cultural perceptions and daily life habits.