Mumbai (Commonwealth Union)_ Nagpur’s renowned Dolly Chaiwala found himself in an unexpected collaboration with Microsoft founder Bill Gates, drawing widespread attention on social media after the billionaire shared a video of himself enjoying a cup of tea at Dolly’s humble stall. Dolly Chaiwala has recently become an internet sensation, particularly following the praise he received from the Microsoft magnate for his distinctive style of selling tea.
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Reflecting on his newfound fame during a media interaction, Dolly revealed his initial ignorance regarding Bill Gates’ identity, mistaking him simply as a foreigner to whom he should offer tea. He recounted, “The next day, when I returned to Nagpur, I came across ‘Maine kisko chai pilaya.’ He (Bill Gates) said, ‘Wow, Dolly ki Chai.’ We did not speak at all; he was standing just beside me, and I was busy with my work. After sipping on my tea, he (Bill Gates) said, ‘Wow, Dolly ki Chai. I watch South movies, and from them, I have learned the styles.” He added, “Today, I feel that I have become ‘Nagpur’s Dolly Chaiwala.’ In the future, I wish to serve tea to Prime Minister Narendra Modi”.
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Dolly Chaiwala runs a roadside tea stall near Nagpur‘s old VCA stadium in the Sadar area. His real name remains unknown, but he is popularly known as Dolly Chaiwala on social media. Renowned for his demeanor, actions, and stylish tea-serving techniques, he’s earned the moniker Desi Johnny Depp. Notably, Dolly is acclaimed for his unique and chic approach to serving tea, which has garnered him widespread attention on social media platforms. Beyond his tea offerings, his stall and equipment are also equally impressive, with cigarettes stored in tea glasses and other items neatly packed in various containers. His strong chai is lauded for its flavor, attracting tea lovers to his busy little stall.
In the viral video shared by the billionaire, Mr. Gates can be seen interacting with Dolly Chaiwala, a renowned tea vendor with significant popularity on social media, all while savoring a cup of chai expertly prepared by him. This unexpected encounter left netizens both astonished and amused. In a world where top entrepreneurs strive for the opportunity to meet Bill Gates and sign mega deals, it was a modest Chaiwala who stole the limelight, leading to what many dubbed “the most unexpected collaboration ever.”
The video featuring Mr. Gates eagerly asking for more chai during his India visit has garnered an astounding 11 million views. Furthermore, he conveyed his joy in meeting innovators in the country, like Dolly Chaiwala, whom he praised as a pioneer in the art of tea-making. Dolly Chaiwala, who is already popular on social media, maintains connections with his voluminous social media following via Instagram and other platforms by sharing his reels and photographs.
