We’ve all been there – trying to stick to a diet while the universe seems to be conspiring against us. But if you are part of a Punjabi family, this struggle goes up a notch. The constant discussion about food, the unique aroma, and of course, the constant pampering with parathas and laddus. It’s an absolute war zone for anyone attempting a diet. A video going viral on Instagram captures this hilarious and relatable struggle perfectly. This video shared by Instagram handle @tvhanji captures the essence of what dieting looks like in a Punjabi family – and honestly, it’s very relatable.
In the video, a girl is seen mixing what looks like protein powder into a glass of water while trying to stay committed to her diet. Meanwhile, his mother is frying delicious parathas in the background. And let’s face it, mother doesn’t back down. She lovingly (and constantly) praises her creation, saying: “Dekho hoon kinna sohna parauntha, very nice, very nice and delicious parauntha. I love it so much. Aloo changa paake banai da. Wow, I love it so much Yes. Eat parantha, eat parantha.” Translation: “Look how beautiful this paratha is. Very nice, very nice and delicious paratha. I love it. I made it with plenty of potatoes. Wow, I love it. Come eat paratha, come paratha Eat.”
If you’ve ever tried to say no to your Punjabi mother’s cooking, you already know how that story ends. The caption on the video says it all: “Dieting is impossible in my Punjabi family.”
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Watch the viral video here:
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Since being posted, the video has received over 2.1 million views and thousands of likes. The comments section is filled with people sharing their respective experiences. One user shared, “I miss my mom! She used to do exactly this.” Another joked, “Man, I thought it was just my mom.” Someone else wrote, “My grandmother also does the same to me,” while another wrote, “Punjabi moms can’t stop!”
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A more emotional comment said, “We didn’t realize it at the time, but these are the best memories. Enjoy your mother’s food while you can because one day this too will become a memory.” Others said in a lighter vein: “Girl, go eat that delicious paratha. There’s nothing better in this world,” and “Don’t bother, just eat it and enjoy it. You’ll miss it later!”
Can you connect with this viral video? Do you face similar challenges at home when it comes to dieting? Let us know in the comments – we’d love to hear your stories!
