It was currently around 8:00 PM, prime time for people to finish dinner and mindlessly scroll through their phones.
The moment Rahul clicked 'Go Live,' users began flooding into the broadcast room like a broken dam.
"Holy crap, Rahul Bhai is live!"
[User XYZ has shared the live stream.]
"He really is handsome. With those looks, he could be starring in Bollywood movies!"
"Bhai, I watched the video you just posted. Anisha and Anika are so stunning!"
"Both sisters confessed to you at the same time? And you actually lived in their penthouse?!"
"Heavens, what kind of blessing is this? Lord, I have seen what you have done for others!"
"Bhai, which girl did you choose in the end?"
"If it were me, I'd choose the billionaire girl. Did you see that Omega watch? She was ready to drop 1.5 Crores!"
"What's money worth if she has a rich-girl temper? If it were me, I'd choose Anjali. That girl is pure, unadulterated love!"
"Anjali is the MVP! She made me believe in love again!"
"Am I the only one who likes the twin sisters?"
"No! You are not alone!"
"Rahul Bhai, is it true that Bangladesh still has polygamy laws? If so, I'm booking my flight tonight!"
"Yes! Tell us more, we are waiting!"
"I just got here. Excuse me, is this a travel vlogger or a romance guru?"
"This is a global heartbreaker vlogger!"
Watching the constant scrolling of comments, Rahul felt like his eyes could hardly keep up. He glanced at the live counter; the viewers in the room quickly exceeded 10,000 and were still climbing rapidly.
Rahul pressed his palms together in a respectful 'Namaste' and offered a warm smile to the camera.
"Hello everyone, I'm Rahul. Thank you all for the incredible support."
"And to answer the big question—no need to guess anymore. I didn't choose anyone. I came back to Mumbai alone."
As soon as he said this, the chat scrolled even more frantically.
"Streamer, you're crazy!"
"Scumbag behavior!"
"Bhai, you fumbled the bag! You should have just stayed with the twins!"
"The drought-stricken die of thirst, while the flooded drown!"
"Rahul, choose me! I live in Bandra!"
"I'm buying a ticket right now. I will be the one to protect Anjali!"
"How much did you drink to make a mistake like that?"
Rahul saw the comments and didn't know whether to laugh or cry. However, being labeled a "scumbag" right out of the gate was better than pretending to be deeply affectionate, only for his reputation to collapse later if he was caught traveling with someone else.
At this moment, Rahul's new die-hard fans began to defend him in the chat.
"How is Bhai a scumbag?"
"Rahul didn't play with the girls' feelings; he explained everything clearly to them before he left."
"If you ask me, Rahul is a real man who sticks to his boundaries!"
"He takes us to see the world and shows us what international dating is really like. He's moved someone's cheese, so now the toxic girls are getting anxious."
"Exactly. We spend 50 lakhs on weddings and deposits just to bring a complaining princess home—what's the point of that?"
"Girls abroad don't demand anything and even offer to pay for the guy. Brothers, open your eyes!"
"Brothers, spam 'Protect Rahul Bhai' in the chat!"
"If you have SuperChats, send them! If not, just spam the Like button!"
Immediately, digital gifts—stickers, super-chats, and animations—began appearing constantly on the screen.
Rahul pressed his palms together again, repeatedly expressing his thanks.
"Thank you all for the support, but please, do not send money or SuperChats. It's not easy for you guys to earn a living; keep your money and buy yourselves a good meal tonight!"
"I'm more than happy if you just give the stream a free like and share it."
As soon as Rahul said this, the gifts actually increased in intensity.
"Bhai, just for saying that, I'm sending another 500 Rupees!"
"Right! These days, there aren't many influencers with a conscience like Rahul."
"Other streamers only know how to milk their audience for cash. Instead of giving money to gaming streamers, it's better to give it to Rahul—at least we gain some real-world knowledge!"
Rahul felt a wave of helplessness; his fans were far too enthusiastic.
"Seriously, there's no need, guys. The main purpose of my live stream today is to clarify a few things."
"I saw in the comments that some people think my videos are scripted. I want to state right now that there is zero script. What you see is exactly what happened."
"Also, many people are saying I'm a shill for a human trafficking ring, trying to trick people into going to Dhaka so they can get their kidneys harvested."
Rahul let out a dry laugh. "I want to say, how could I, a regular guy from Mumbai, possibly have the power to run an international crime syndicate?"
"But let me be very clear: please do not imitate me. International travel carries real risks. Don't treat it like a joke. It's enough for you to just watch my videos and experience it through my lens."
"And one more important point: please don't DM me asking if I can introduce you to the girls in my videos. I don't do that kind of business. I just want to make good travel content."
The loyal fans chimed in.
"There really are a lot of people online who can't distinguish right from wrong!"
"Exactly. Rahul turned down a 1.5 Crore offer without hesitation. Why would he be running a scam for pennies?"
"He literally just told us to stop sending him money. How could he be a scammer?"
"Bhai is not only handsome, but his character is beyond reproach. Full support!"
Just then, a wave of female troll accounts suddenly flooded the live stream. They clearly hadn't listened to a word he had just said and started attacking immediately.
"A vlogger who lives off women's money—how are there so many guys sucking up to him?"
"Just another routine to harvest views from low-level male losers."
"A bunch of broke guys fantasizing about finding a rich wife just by crossing the border? Pathetic."
"With that mindset, you'd be better off using your brain to think about how to actually get a job."
Seeing these toxic comments multiply, Rahul realized he had poked a nest of angry "gold-diggers."
Rahul didn't waste words arguing with them; he quietly assigned his top fans as moderators, who quickly began muting the troll accounts and kicking them out of the chat.
However, the attack only made his core audience support him even more fiercely. Because those women's angry reactions only proved one thing: Rahul's videos were a massive threat to their entitled worldview.
"Guys, don't mind the trolls," Rahul said, bringing the focus back. "Next, I want to hear your opinions."
"I'm about to set off on my next journey. I want you to decide where I go next."
As soon as he said this, the chat scrolled frantically.
"Go to Russia! We want to see Russian girls!"
"Go to Europe and see if the girls there really prefer Indian guys!"
"Go to Japan!"
Just then, a highly "liked" comment caught Rahul's eye.
"If Rahul wants to shut down these 'kidney harvesting' rumors, I suggest you go to a country known for actual controversies. Use your camera to show everyone what it's really like on the ground. Pick somewhere in Southeast Asia. Keep it real, and the traffic will be insane."
As that comment gained traction, the live stream quickly debated the idea.
"No, it's too dangerous over there. We can't let Rahul Bhai take risks."
"That place is full of scam compounds. Don't get kidnapped!"
"Everyone, ignore that guy. He's trying to get Rahul hurt."
"I just got back from a holiday in Thailand. How come I didn't get my kidneys harvested?"
"Exactly, I just got back from Vietnam. No kidney harvesting, just a lot of fun!"
However, another wave of opinions popped up.
"To be honest, I'd quite like to see Rahul go to Vietnam to vlog the local dating culture."
"Vietnamese girls are beautiful!"
"I want to see Thailand! I want to see it from Rahul's unique perspective."
"Yes, Thailand! I want to see Rahul navigate the nightlife there!"
"There are so many beautiful actresses in Thailand. I wonder if Rahul can pull a Thai celebrity!"
"There's a massive Indian creator who just filmed in Thailand, and the hype is huge right now!"
"I suggest it's okay for Rahul to go take a look."
"If Rahul goes to Thailand, he'll break the internet again!"
"Pro-tip: if Rahul goes abroad and avoids the sketchy tourist traps, he can avoid 80% of the danger!"
Rahul looked at the scrolling comments and thought for a long moment. He had his Master-Level Combat Skills now; he could handle himself.
He finally made up his mind. He would go to Thailand—a place notorious for its beauty, its chaos, and its intense nightlife.