Diwali, the festival of lights, also known as Deepavali, often kickstarts a yearly house-cleaning tradition in many South Asian households. This deep-cleaning ritual frequently uncovers long-forgotten items tucked away in hidden corners.
Recently, a viral video on social media captured a woman’s shock when she found a stash of old ₹500 and ₹1,000 notes during her Diwali clean-up. The video, shared by Instagram user Deepti Gaba, shows the woman’s reaction as she discovers the now-worthless currency, which she had secretly saved from her husband for years. The clip has since amassed over 22 million views, sparking a flood of responses online.
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Here’s how viewers responded:
One user remarked, “Imagine all those years of hiding, only for Diwali cleaning to give it away!” Another added humor, commenting, “This is why my wife doesn’t trust me with money!” Others connected with her experience, with one saying, “Makes me wonder what might turn up during my Diwali cleaning.”
Some viewers, while amused, shared the disappointment, with one commenting, “If only those notes could be exchanged now!” Another joked about the past, saying, “Looks like she’s been planning for emergencies before ‘demonetisation’ became a thing!” Another user empathized, adding, “Finding this during Diwali prep… the timing couldn’t be crazier!”