A tourist from Haryana, Nikhil Kanwal, is facing backlash for objectifying Chinese women in his YouTube videos through misleading titles and thumbnails. The 25-year-old, who is a former wrestler and entrepreneur from Panipat, has been sharing videos from his recent trip to China. However, his content has been criticized for its deceptive nature.
Misleading Content
Kanwal’s videos feature him interacting with Chinese women, often asking for directions or general information. Despite the benign nature of these interactions, his video titles and thumbnails suggest inappropriate behavior, including insinuations of sexual encounters. The misleading captions do not reflect the actual conversations, and it remains unclear whether the women featured gave their consent to be included in the videos.
Social Media Backlash
Kanwal’s approach has drawn sharp criticism on social media. Many users have condemned him for his “creepy” and “disgusting” behavior, arguing that his actions tarnish India’s image abroad.
Indians-“why does everyone see us as creeps”
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One user on X wrote, “What’s wrong with Indian men they say… and I’m sure this d****s thinks all this is funny and harmless. Who’s gonna tell him that this is extremely creepy and inappropriate.”
Another commented, “These people should be given belt treatment for showing a stranger girl’s face on video with such vulgar captions.”
Calls for Action
The backlash has been severe, with numerous social media users demanding that Kanwal change the titles and thumbnails of his videos. Some have even called for intervention from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to address his behavior and bring him back to India. The comments section of his YouTube channel is also filled with criticism, urging him to be more respectful and responsible, reflecting on how he would feel if someone treated Indian women in the same manner.
