WATCH: Man lets train run over him to make a reel for social media—here’s what went down

In the age of social media, everyone is looking for that one viral moment to blow up their profile. Whether it's a funny meme, a dance challenge, or something more daring, the race for attention can sometimes push people to take risks that shouldn’t even be considered. But what happens when someone takes that leap of faith a little too far? One viral stunt out of Uttar Pradesh has everyone asking just how far is too far.
A daredevil move for social media fame
Ranjit Chaurasia, a young man from Unnao, recently made headlines for a stunt that left many both shocked and concerned. In a video that quickly went viral, Chaurasia can be seen lying flat on the tracks of a railway line, with the camera in hand, waiting for a train to pass directly over him. The footage captures the train speeding by just inches from his body. He then gets up dramatically in slow motion, as if the entire act was scripted for an action movie.

While this stunt might seem like a way to grab attention, it immediately sparked concerns about the extreme measures people are willing to take for a few seconds of fame on social media.
Public reaction: Anger, worry, and shock
As the video spread across social platforms, viewers didn’t hold back. People were horrified at how dangerous the stunt was, considering how easily things could have gone wrong.
One comment reflected the anger many felt: “They have so much courage, they shouldn’t be in Jail, they should be given army training and sent to the border. They will learn discipline and will be useful for the country.” It’s clear that the stunt, though performed for attention, had touched a nerve among people who felt this was not a form of bravery but recklessness.

Others took a more serious tone, warning about the long-term consequences of such behaviour. “This kind of reckless behaviour for social media attention is not only dangerous but also a threat to one’s own life. He survived, but the risks are far too high. The consequences are irreversible,” said one concerned user.
Is it real or just a well-timed trick?
While many were horrified by the stunt, others questioned its authenticity. Could this viral video have been staged or edited to make it look more dangerous than it actually was? Several people took to social media to raise doubts. “This is edited; he didn’t actually do this. Any 7-year-old kid would have probably noticed this,” one user pointed out, suggesting that the video might have been edited to falsely show a sense of danger.
Whether or not the stunt was genuine, the point remains clear: such acts can be extremely dangerous and shouldn't be attempted– even if they were staged. The message this kind of content sends to viewers can be just as harmful.

Chaurasia’s arrest and the risks of online stunts
Chaurasia was arrested after his dangerous stunt went viral, bringing attention to the serious legal consequences of reckless behaviour online. His actions highlight how the chase for social media fame can blur the line between harmless fun and real danger. In a world where people often go to extremes for likes and followers, this incident raises important questions about personal safety and responsibility. While viral trends may seem exciting, not all of them are worth the risk– some can lead to serious and lasting consequences.