A sweet and funny moment from the convocation ceremony of IIT Ropar has won over the hearts of netizens, with the video raking in over 17 million views within 24 hours. In the viral clip, there is a lighthearted exchange between the graduating student and his professor that had the audience in splits.
In the now-viral clip, a student named Kartik makes his way onto stage to receive his degree. In preparation for the ceremonial photograph, he playfully asks the professor next to him, “Can I wear sunglasses in the photo?” The professor, it’s clear, is amused and responds with a smile.
The entertainment did not end there. Kartik went on to say, “Sir aapke liye bhi hai (Sir, I have a pair for you as well),” and the professor responded, “Laao (Give me).” The professor removed his ordinary glasses, slipped on the shades, and took a photo with Kartik that would be a lifelong and funny memory. Their flash of spontaneity brought loud applause and laughter from the people around them.
The clip, titled “When your Professor says yes to black hues at convocation… and rocks them too while conferring degrees! Iconic moments only at IIT Ropar,” has gone viral on social media.
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Internet responses poured in, with people appreciating both Kartik’s respectful style and the professor’s calm attitude. One user posted, “I actually liked that he asked his Prof before doing something he wanted to.” Another exclaimed, “Eisa professor sabko mile.”
A third commentator posted, “You definitely aced the degree but the professor aced the vibe check.” Others chimed in and said, “The combo of coolest prof and student everrrrr,” and “The real ‘wait for it’ moment is here.” One user even named the professor, “Coolest prof FR. Pookie Prof.”
The video continues to spread across platforms, bringing smiles and laughter and showing that sometimes, the most unforgettable graduation moments come with a pair of sunglasses and a shared sense of fun.
