Exposing India's Begging Scams (Beware!)

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  • @KarlRock
    @KarlRock  Рік тому +330

    Here’s the 💩-on-the-shoe scam ua-cam.com/video/iKJoMO0vJ5c/v-deo.html.
    🔞 A lot of sleazy dance bars have popped up in this area too, watch my undercover investigation ua-cam.com/video/mqewOH5mxNM/v-deo.html.
    03:21 I'll report back if Manisha and I have twin boys. He couldn't tell me my mother or ex-girlfriend’s names either. Just remember, nothing is free on the streets. Beware of fake friendly strangers.

    • @HassanSanem
      @HassanSanem Рік тому +4

      what's wrong with having twins? is that another one of those screwed up lib ideologies?

    • @KarlRock
      @KarlRock  Рік тому +44

      @@HassanSanemnothing. I’m just not interested in having any children. But now twin boys are coming apparently.

    • @mriamright1740
      @mriamright1740 Рік тому +4

      Yep same in parts of Europe, where some children or women are actually maimed to go and beg on the street, same with the following and grabbing. In some cases, this can become aggressive.

    • @HassanSanem
      @HassanSanem Рік тому +2

      ​@@KarlRockok man, cool.

    • @maxishilong675
      @maxishilong675 Рік тому +8

      That is why I never visit India. Never had problem when I was In China and Thailand.

  • @smtov497
    @smtov497 Рік тому +2856

    It’s so sad that when all the scammers see Karl and just assume he is a foreigner but actually Karl lives in India

    • @smtov497
      @smtov497 Рік тому +51

      Omg he liked it

    • @TheBattousai2004
      @TheBattousai2004 Рік тому +77

      It works the other way too, when I was visiting India they assumed I was Indian (I'm not and don't speak a word of Hindi) and offered me local rates to attractions LOL, I still paid the foreign rate though.

    • @danny208YT
      @danny208YT Рік тому

      I just spray them in the face with fart spray and run off

    • @Albert_Einstein_not
      @Albert_Einstein_not Рік тому +121

      Lives in India? So what? He is still a foreigner

    • @minidee2194
      @minidee2194 Рік тому +15

      It's cuz he wears backpack out everytime lol

  • @DarkKnight-OO7
    @DarkKnight-OO7 Рік тому +664

    Moral of the story: Never give money to someone who follows you or forces you to donate.

    • @onlyme2426
      @onlyme2426 Рік тому +37

      Moral of the story : While in India you should never ever think about helping someone who is asking u money. If they follow you, turn back, roll your eyes and shout "Told you nooohhh" and they will vanish.

    • @Proxymated
      @Proxymated Рік тому +18

      No, the moral is don't give money to anyone asking for it. They need to learn to earn it just like everyone else.

    • @IShowMoreSpeed-
      @IShowMoreSpeed- Рік тому

      Only in india😂

    • @babber2536
      @babber2536 Рік тому +3

      moral of story * never disguise yourself as if you belong to different religion " be true whatever you are and do what you want " .

    • @IShowMoreSpeed-
      @IShowMoreSpeed- Рік тому

      @@babber2536 nah all the scams and those stuff happens only india strange.

  • @DennyMK007
    @DennyMK007 Рік тому +188

    5:08 “You got to learn to say NO!” - The best advice!
    I used to be very soft-hearted and people were taking advantage of me because of that including the so called “friends” back then. It took years for me to learn to say no. If someone is around you because of benefits only, you’ll realize the truth the first time you say no.

    • @jellyflowerstudios821
      @jellyflowerstudios821 3 місяці тому

      Instead of No, I would say "bitch I'm going to call the police"

    • @Jersey.D3vil201
      @Jersey.D3vil201 Місяць тому +5

      People may tell you you're mean or cold hearted because you know how to assert yourself and say no, but it's not true. Either they want something from you or can't do it themselves. Setting boundaries and sticking to them protects your peace, and it's an important life skill to have.

    • @glenmorgan4597
      @glenmorgan4597 13 днів тому +1

      I'm the same, times I've " lent" money out of sympathy, never paid back, family member had £6'000 out of me, never got any repayments

    • @MrEduardomonge
      @MrEduardomonge 5 днів тому

      True that brother! Keep being yourself and dont fall for scammers!

  • @vivaankris2011
    @vivaankris2011 Рік тому +554

    I am an Indian, and I'm sad a lot of scams are going on in India. But I wanna Thank You for exposing these shameless scammers.
    Edit: I'M FAMOUS!

    • @Alfredwijaya1
      @Alfredwijaya1 Рік тому +14

      I have been visit India as well, my private tour n driver always told me not to give them any money or fall from any scammer, there’s one scammer following me n my driver to my hotel, but eventually the security guard n staff from the hotel throw them away, when visit India always bring a guide which is makes u safer

    • @SenorSol
      @SenorSol Рік тому +15

      If you're an Indian then you know/see that these type of scams happen every day across the country, why haven't you done anything to stop this type of thing? Why are Indians so apathetic? Is it the chalta hai attitude?

    • @dcollier7239
      @dcollier7239 Рік тому +6

      @@SenorSol I don't trust most of them and these people are the reasons why. Their not even good at it and everyone now relates East Indian's to scamming which actually is sad. This needs to be fixed at all levels of your society in order to gain any trust again. As soon as I hear an east Indian accent on my phone I hang up within a Milla second

    • @SenorSol
      @SenorSol Рік тому +7

      @@dcollier7239 Firstly, I'm not Indian. Secondly, it's sad that you don't trust anyone from the subcontinent, I know many Indians who are not only trustworthy but kind and hospitable too. We must be careful not to tarnish the entire country with the same brush, but my point goes to the daily scamming and hassles that happen when one is a foreign tourist in India. The begging and harassment never stops.

    • @55310442
      @55310442 Рік тому +4

      @lunar_lyrics2023 Scammers are everywhere in the world not only in India.

  • @KarlRock
    @KarlRock  Рік тому +643

    03:21 I'll report back if Manisha and I have twin boys. He couldn't tell me my mother or ex-girlfriend’s names either. Just remember, nothing is free on the streets. Beware of fake friendly strangers.

    • @AkashKumar-wu7mn
      @AkashKumar-wu7mn Рік тому +49

      Egarly waiting to hear the good news on the twins .. hah ha hah

    • @jayman231
      @jayman231 Рік тому +38

      I predict you will have triplets.

    • @astralchemist
      @astralchemist Рік тому +38

      @@AkashKumar-wu7mn Imagine this guy actually having twins he will cry lmao

    • @karanjaeger
      @karanjaeger Рік тому +14

      If beggars ask for food, i'll say go to gurudwara and get some peace there

    • @carolinamoreno7372
      @carolinamoreno7372 Рік тому +6

      @KarlRock 😅Sweet as, sounds good, bro! Great video, Karl! Hi Manisha!

  • @calebgeary4330
    @calebgeary4330 Рік тому +45

    This is just one of my top 3 reasons why I'd NEVER consider travelling to India.
    1. Scammers
    2. Extreme heat/humidity
    3. Contracting the notorious "Delhi belly"

    • @57charcoal
      @57charcoal 3 місяці тому +5

      Then stay home and be scammed online, on the telephone, pickpocketed in Barcelona , Rome , Venice , London , or any major city . India is a wonderful country with fantastic festivals , colour, smiling faces , and fine people .

    • @azizzitoun8667
      @azizzitoun8667 2 місяці тому

      @@57charcoal india is a scammer's paradise with bad smells and worse ppl , talking from exp

    • @leonardwashington3422
      @leonardwashington3422 2 місяці тому

      India is like a giant scab on the face of the earth

    • @KSMPRA
      @KSMPRA 2 місяці тому +4

      don't ever visit india, I am an indian myself.

    • @mikehawk1011
      @mikehawk1011 2 місяці тому

      ​@@57charcoal i would rather get robbed at gun point in every city around the world than visit india

  • @Poukenkambou
    @Poukenkambou Рік тому +140

    These scams are very common in Delhi, I lived in Delhi for a good numbers of years and I have seen so many of these scammers, first time I met them I thought it was genuine but turned out it was scam. Karl I am sure your boldness of exposing these scams are saving lot of tourists. Keep up the good work.

    • @gamegeekx
      @gamegeekx Рік тому

      Delhi sounds delicious. I'm craving some bread.

  • @hulme187
    @hulme187 Рік тому +604

    Good job Karl showing us foreigners what to watch out for. I usually just say no and walk away.

    • @MrXxPHILLYxx
      @MrXxPHILLYxx Рік тому +15

      Or just don’t go there lol

    • @chandradeepmukherjee3930
      @chandradeepmukherjee3930 Рік тому +37

      Bro, I’m an Indian and they even try to trick me 😂

    • @MrXxPHILLYxx
      @MrXxPHILLYxx Рік тому +8

      @@chandradeepmukherjee3930 just part of the culture I guess

    • @chandradeepmukherjee3930
      @chandradeepmukherjee3930 Рік тому +15

      @@MrXxPHILLYxxHuge country with billions of people. There are many kinds and types of people here. Some good, some bad, some fraudsters and some really corrupt people.

    • @MrXxPHILLYxx
      @MrXxPHILLYxx Рік тому

      @@chandradeepmukherjee3930 I personally think it’s a disgusting country with horrible people and culture. I feel that’s why they come to our country to come ruin it like theirs.

  • @trueseeker262
    @trueseeker262 7 місяців тому +167

    Honestly, I dont see India as the next superpower, the corruption is crazy.

    • @MrPraveenbuddy1
      @MrPraveenbuddy1 5 місяців тому +5

      @true seeker which very honest country are you from

    • @cisco4766
      @cisco4766 5 місяців тому

      @@MrPraveenbuddy1 Im indian, thankfully born out of India. India is corrupt with disgusting leaders and beliefs.

    • @Jimirulz1
      @Jimirulz1 5 місяців тому

      China is way better.

    • @acpos
      @acpos 5 місяців тому

      Rapistan hindustan mere lun pe ​@@MrPraveenbuddy1

    • @Synflood-dot-txt
      @Synflood-dot-txt 5 місяців тому

      It is #1 worldwide

  • @davidcook7301
    @davidcook7301 Рік тому +510

    I fell for the hotel tariff scam while working in Bengaluru. A man came up to me with a story of having to be in the City but he cannot afford the hotel bill (if I recall). I paid something, but less than he wanted. A month later (when I was more of a veteran to life in India), the same guy came to me with the same exact story when I was downtown around MG and Brigade. I lost it on him, and made a scene, as I was frustrated and to let others around know not to fall for the scam.

    • @KarlRock
      @KarlRock  Рік тому +143

      Yeah, it sucks because most people do want to help genuine people. But these people just destroy that trust.

    • @EdwinTyler
      @EdwinTyler Рік тому

      If anyone approaches you for anything in India it's a scam. No exceptions. It's harsh but don't acknowledge their presence and they will go away.

    • @onlyme2426
      @onlyme2426 Рік тому +18

      I found him near Majestic Bus station few months back I think. The story was more or less the same.

    • @degenerate8228
      @degenerate8228 Рік тому +6

      Never beat him up?

    • @viraloracle5151
      @viraloracle5151 Рік тому +11

      something similar happened to me there lo l but the guy came 2 hours later back to me and repeated the story i was like "wtf u told me that shit 2 hours ago " then he walked off when he remembered .

  • @deepanshhh
    @deepanshhh Рік тому +406

    Not just for foreigners visiting India, this is so helpful for locals as well. The first scam shown in the video, the exact same thing happened to me a month ago. Wish Karl had uploaded this video a month ago 😢

    • @Gaze73
      @Gaze73 Рік тому +1

      What happens if you say a number?

    • @deepanshhh
      @deepanshhh Рік тому +50

      If I say a number which they are expecting, they show you that they have correctly predicted the number as they wrote it on the paper. They might ask you one more question, like, name a milk giving animal or a garden flower. This is a simple psychological trick where most people, Indian at least, will choose cow or rose for those questions. Then they show you that they predicted correctly, and on that paper itself, will be an amount written. Like 1100 or 3100 and they will ask you to pay them that much amount.
      If you give an answer which is different from what they've written, they will just shamelessly ask you to guess again and again and again 😂

    • @phillipanderson7398
      @phillipanderson7398 Рік тому +4

      Yes, even locals, but rich looking locals.

    • @babber2536
      @babber2536 Рік тому

      i can't believe my eyes to see hindus disguising in sikh turbans and wearing articles of faith while scamming people 😭😭 , hopefully an action against it

    • @markoz673bajen8
      @markoz673bajen8 Рік тому +1

      I'd say jaow PODAHMyRee !

  • @MrSomethingElse
    @MrSomethingElse Рік тому +31

    I love how you are firm but also compassionate to anyone genuinely ill...

  • @deicym.umlong464
    @deicym.umlong464 Рік тому +92

    I'm from India and i applaud you for bringing this to light and educating foreigners on these types of scams. I myself have been scammed plenty of times and it makes it harder to identify between genuine cases and fake ones. My advice is to Just don't trust those people and ignore them they will leave you alone.

  • @suzz1776
    @suzz1776 Рік тому +28

    My father was telling me a story that happened to him about 20yrs ago. He was crossing back over the Tijuana, Mexico border into the states and there was this man there begging for money, doing the same thing these people in ur video r doing. Well after this man followed him and wouldn't leave him alone, my dad got pissed and very forcefully told the man to go get a freaking job and to stop harassing him. Well the man replied with 'this IS my job'.

  • @Kkkaaabbbbs
    @Kkkaaabbbbs Рік тому +10

    You are a true legend! I am in Syria(Damascus) and there is alot of beggers here that makes me feel sad/uncomfortable… I gave a kid 5000 Syrian pounds and instantly after she brought 5-10 friends who are all beggers working with their mom who keeps getting children to put them at work….You made me strong to say no from now on! Thank you for being you and i wish u and ur family a even brighter future! Keep doing what u do! Legend Karl! New sub for sure!!!

  • @Zoroark98
    @Zoroark98 Рік тому +96

    You really opened my eyes when you brought up that learning to say “No” is one of the most essential things in life, be it wherever you may be. I’ve been in really uncomfortable situations before because I didn’t know how to say no. I feel like I needed to hear that, so thank you!
    Thanks for all the advise you give us. You didn’t just educate us on how to deal with these kinds of scams, but you also gave some really good life advice, so thank you! And keep us the great work!🙌🏼

    • @codecavaliers
      @codecavaliers Рік тому +1

      Yeah, thats so true. Saying NO is a really important skill in life. I gotta learn that too.

  • @dineshdinny4195
    @dineshdinny4195 Рік тому +27

    Being an Indian I feel shameful by these types of acts, even I have experienced many things life thus, they even start cursing. These things should stop immediately.

  • @mittenpandas299
    @mittenpandas299 Рік тому +9

    I went to Nepal last month and I can say that it's the same case here, lots of beggars and even in busy traffic you can see children roaming around people's cars and begging for money and they keep on persisting. I was visiting a temple and I was surprised to see a bunch of beggars there too, no parents or anything, most of them were just children or literal babies yet they go around begging people walking by for money, they'll even go as far as to follow you for ages until they get something.

  • @castnut
    @castnut Рік тому +118

    Best choice is to say NO and completely ignore them and walk away.

    • @M.R.T.V.Videos
      @M.R.T.V.Videos Рік тому +6

      Have to do in cambodia also to the relentless annoying tuktuk drivers

    • @Watchmanskey
      @Watchmanskey Рік тому +11

      The sad thing is there ARE genuine beggars in India, but they are often bullied around by the local gangs to give up some of their money as a "permit" for begging on their turf

    • @castnut
      @castnut Рік тому +5

      @@Watchmanskey ikik, but its hard to tell the difference ;/
      best choice is to give them food.

    • @taihunter3503
      @taihunter3503 Рік тому +6

      They will pull ur hand or just grab ur leg which is quite disturbing n uncomfortable in public..I just hate these professional beggars

  • @adv.jonathanlawrencerodrig8027
    @adv.jonathanlawrencerodrig8027 Рік тому +45

    So proud of you Karlbab for exposing these scoundrels who prey on the sympathy and goodwill of others! We used to get samples like these at our door, some showing pictures of devastation along with some sob stories from some far flung village and some even coming from religious institutions, claiming to be sent by priests and other religious to beg for funds! How low could one stoop? Thanks for highlighting the various Government schemes for the people! Keep up the good work, brother! People like you are an asset and a blessing to India 🇮🇳🙌🏼🇮🇳

    • @LoveProWrestling
      @LoveProWrestling Рік тому

      Hahaha, religion is nothing but a money scam. Anyone looking for money is a beggar, in rags or a white suit.

  • @MichaelTBalonek
    @MichaelTBalonek Рік тому +1

    Another sign of "these scams are still going on": last month, I met a group of tourists from Taiwan leaving Delhi whose Taxi guy told them that their hotel had closed and they had to go to another places and took them tona small cheap place that he knew. 😢 Super-old scam, which is still going on and fooling people. Thank you for spreading the word, so that others who find your videos may not be tricked by these things.

  • @Tausi
    @Tausi Рік тому +165

    What a great duo, Karl and exposing scammers

    • @notoriousfly9260
      @notoriousfly9260 Рік тому +1

      You’re first and didn’t even mention it. Respect

    • @hoangthek
      @hoangthek Рік тому +2

      I didn't know Pewdiepie exposed scammers 🤡

  • @friskecrisps8038
    @friskecrisps8038 Рік тому +209

    “Which school?”
    “Orphanage.”
    Sounds legit lol

    • @julia2k8
      @julia2k8 4 місяці тому

      BUT SIR MY INDIA IS THE REAL SUPERPOWER 🤗🇮🇳 WE HAVE THE BEST INFRASTRUCTURE AND HIGHSPEED RAIL 🤗🇮🇳 THIS WHY IM SO LUCKY LIVE IN SUPER INDIA THE CLEANEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD 🇮🇳🤗 , WE NEVER SCAM! WE GIVE RESPECT TO ALL WOMEN THEY CAN WALK SAFELY ALONE AT NIGHT AND WE HAVE CLEAN FOOD AND TOILET EVERYWHERE 🇮🇳🤗🚽, I KNOW MANY POOR PEOPLE JEALOUS WITH SUPER RICH INDIA 🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳 INDIA SUPER CLEAN

    • @Yuri_Yuii
      @Yuri_Yuii 4 місяці тому

      @@julia2k8 I mean, yeah that's halfway true.

    • @JasonLee-xg5vy
      @JasonLee-xg5vy 4 місяці тому

      @@Yuri_Yuiiwhich half of that is true??

    • @Yuri_Yuii
      @Yuri_Yuii 4 місяці тому

      @@JasonLee-xg5vy def india is not rich, but it still has SOME luxuries.

    • @niusiqibgss5791
      @niusiqibgss5791 3 місяці тому

      @@julia2k8 Ummmmmmmm...I am not so sure...
      India doesn't scam people? Like, are you being for real, or what? (while I am typing this, there is a video on India's thriving scam industry on CNA, soooo...) And India? Super rich? Solve your rape and cleanliness problems first. Then talk about getting rich. At the rate India is going right now, I'll bet you anything that there is no way India gets rich.

  • @MrSpoonierSpartan
    @MrSpoonierSpartan 3 дні тому

    Best advice ever, it’s simple but sadly not everyone knows it. Including me, I learnt to say no after being pressure to buy something while traveling. Nowadays, the word No, will be understand in every single country.

  • @christheodr
    @christheodr Рік тому +49

    If, somehow, by any chance the fortune teller's prediction about Manu having twins really come to reality, please do make an update video, Karl 🤣

  • @prateekdeoli1552
    @prateekdeoli1552 Рік тому +59

    I wish some policeman or concerned authority is watching this! Karl is doing good to expose these things only brings shame to our nation if not dealt with.

  • @NKal
    @NKal Рік тому +7

    I'm glad you're putting these videos out, the scary thing is that even Indians find these to be content they're not aware about. I've actually learned a lot about these scams. Cheers mate! 🍻

  • @KatastrophyYT
    @KatastrophyYT Рік тому +38

    Really appreciate the Karl Rock videos, especially the ones that educate as well like these ones!
    Keep it up, namaste!

    • @KarlRock
      @KarlRock  Рік тому +4

      Thanks! Namaste

    • @RakeshRai-i9x
      @RakeshRai-i9x Рік тому

      @@KarlRock Trust me I am not happy with you for mentioning the whole India into beggars scam....Trust me, I am Research Analyst & from my practical experiences, never to TRUST any person from Madhya Pradesh to Delhi/Haryana as they are Aryans......and like whole North belt is around 100 Crore people i.e., 1000 million so they fight for resources, money and have become Unscruplous, the whole system is decayed & rotten in North Cow Belt i.e., BIMARU Region........
      Please do your research, analysis on Maharashtra, Karnataka, Goa, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Pudduchery, AP, Telegana and I bet 100% you will take with you is Positive & very Fresh, Live & Good Memories.......
      I wish this country to SPLIT & Disintegrate because the worst people of North side they have immigrated to South & has also brought their dirty culture to south side,........
      Please if you read my post, think on it....and reply on my message.....

  • @sharilnarayan1641
    @sharilnarayan1641 Рік тому +32

    Hey Karl, I am a Fiji Indian living in NZ for 20 years. Some of the scams you are highlighting here are now starting to be reported in NZ now. Because I look Indian, I have been approached for money especially at Indian shops and Temple. On asking questions these scammers start becoming defensive and sometimes abusive which because of my Fijian blood makes me so angry, that I start yelling at them. They eventually leave but my experience with these Indians keeps me from visiting India as I feel my temper will get the better of me there after seeing your videos. Thanks for all the great videos and stay safe.

    • @ashweta21
      @ashweta21 Рік тому +1

      Hey I’m also Fijian living in Auckland. Where abouts r these scammers based?

    • @sharilnarayan1641
      @sharilnarayan1641 Рік тому +1

      @@ashweta21 Hi so I have been mostly been approached outside Shiv mandir, Manukau mall and otahuhu shops. The scams are donations for charity organizations so I tell them I will direct debit if I can have their card, would be astrologers and people needing operations and needing money for it.

    • @ashweta21
      @ashweta21 Рік тому

      @@sharilnarayan1641 shiv mandir manurewa? Wow surprisingly i always shop at manukau mall n have never been approached but yes I’ve definitely heard of so called astrologers coming from india n asking ppl for money. It’s been in the news as well.

    • @robertpage3195
      @robertpage3195 Рік тому

      I also live in S. Auckland and had no idea this sort of thing was happening. It's outrageous. Really sorry to hear about it.

  • @bursanglakichu914
    @bursanglakichu914 Рік тому +11

    It's so hard and annoying that all sorts of scams from top to bottom are from India and As an Indian, we are ashamed of such incidents... Thank you Karl for the awareness..ay God bless you.

  • @Mukawakadoodoo
    @Mukawakadoodoo Рік тому +12

    My basic rule whenever I visit india is to just keep my head down and not interact with strangers. Best way. Don’t engage with beggars or people claiming to be beggars. Even real beggars can sometimes be ungrateful for how much you give them.

  • @native_ty
    @native_ty Рік тому +20

    I fell victim to this recently in Chennai. Unfortunate but it is a learning experience

  • @prasenjitghosh2019
    @prasenjitghosh2019 3 місяці тому +3

    I also faced one kind of such scam in New Delhi. One lady was trying to pin a small Indian flag on my shirt and I immediately refused and took out that. It was the Independence day. New Delhi is full of scammers. I have visited New Delhi 7 times and every time I didn't feel safe there. Being an Indian I feel unsafe there, then forget about the foreigners.

  • @fahadbaloch8442
    @fahadbaloch8442 Рік тому +20

    It's the first time I see a sikh Bhai trying these tactics. I love all people and humanity but wrong is wrong

    • @Absaalookemensch
      @Absaalookemensch Рік тому +4

      I was thinking the same thing. Every sikh I know are proud, honest and honorable.

    • @abeetpaul
      @abeetpaul Рік тому

      exactly

    • @aviatorraj7820
      @aviatorraj7820 Рік тому

      Most probably they are not Sikh and just perpetrating these scams under the guise of the Turban because foreigners tend to think these people are genuine.

    • @umeshchander5063
      @umeshchander5063 Рік тому +1

      Aaja Punjab ch bde labunge

    • @jatkilla
      @jatkilla Рік тому +1

      He's not sikh

  • @fozizain6182
    @fozizain6182 Рік тому +50

    It's a profession 'tolerated' by the authorities by not taking action against them

    • @phillipanderson7398
      @phillipanderson7398 Рік тому +7

      The authorities who let this happen are part of the problem. Totally unacceptable behaviour.

    • @Kelly-ml5tl
      @Kelly-ml5tl Рік тому +2

      Yeah but other countries don't do this to the degree we know it's going on. This seems to be group think. It's part of their culture. Really abnormal society.

    • @SofikulHoque-oe2vh
      @SofikulHoque-oe2vh Рік тому

      Authorities also like this 😁

    • @princejax6152
      @princejax6152 7 місяців тому

      Authorities scam on large scale to put these guys to shame. Authorities. Lmao.! 😆

  • @sumit9803
    @sumit9803 Рік тому +3

    Shame on these beggars wearing turbans. Turbans are a sign of dignity and respect for yourself, others, culture and religion. To use it as a mechanism of gaining trust on foreigners is a slap in the face for all who wear their Turbans with pride.

  • @lDangerl
    @lDangerl Рік тому +15

    NO WAY!!! The lady in white, 8:14 School Donation. She approached me in 2007 when I was at the India Gate. I've got footage of her, I made her dance for the donation. Can't believe she's still there. My mind is literally blown! Let me know if you want me to send you the clip.

  • @isumanbanerjee
    @isumanbanerjee Рік тому +14

    Karl, I visited Varanasi last Saturday. I saw the scamsters still there scamming people at the Ghats by applying Tilaks, etc. I cunningly ditched those scams, but helped a small 2-3 year old girl selling pens, by buying the pens from her. I was remembering you at that time. 🙂

  • @riturajtanwar8184
    @riturajtanwar8184 6 місяців тому +1

    I am from india but i am not here to defend my country. infact i appreciates you for making these kinds of posts. this problem is not only in India it is almost in every asian country. it is better to get aware of these such stupid things for everyone . you are doing a great work to make people aware of these scams. As an Indian i apologies for your bad experience from these mafias. all the best for your future journey... good luck ...........😊

  • @123RADIOactive
    @123RADIOactive Рік тому +32

    What sucks is that as Karl had mentioned once before in the past in another video, if they get aggressive with the touching in order to make you feel uncomfortable enough to entice you to give them money, if you decided to punch them or even just push them off, they’ll scam you by acting like a victim and pretending that they were being beaten up by a foreigner.

  • @KronosOG
    @KronosOG Рік тому +5

    Thank you for this video, Karl. I have struggled with not only saying no to these scammers but also walking away after that. I have a lot to take away from this!

  • @macnammy6916
    @macnammy6916 Рік тому

    Karl, I have watched a few of your videos, and your love of India transcends the cautionary tales. Ceaseless harassment from touts. So many scammers and type of scams to defy comprehension....some relatively benign, but others that would ruin peoples lives: loan blackmail scams of nationals, phone scams that prey on vulnerable elderly foreigners. Rampant filth (the Sacred Ganges River is worse than an open sewer). Honestly, many find it difficult to respect this country as you do.

  • @punkbassandcovers
    @punkbassandcovers Рік тому +15

    No is a complete sentence. Say it firmly and often.

  • @TrashwareArt
    @TrashwareArt Рік тому +5

    I think this will end up being one of your most popular videos! Thanks!

  • @rosanna7644
    @rosanna7644 Місяць тому

    Thank you so much for your clip. I never had the smallest interest to fly to India for holidays I have read many books about those scams. Well done👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @hazyviews999
    @hazyviews999 Рік тому +5

    This is the content we've been waiting for! Bravo!

  • @thesportlad
    @thesportlad Рік тому +8

    Another mind-blowing video mate! Really loving these Karl! ❤

  • @FiitjeeNotesSri
    @FiitjeeNotesSri Рік тому +1

    It's good that Kyle is educating people about scammers in India but also kind of showing why we you shouldn't visit it which is kind of sad😢

  • @Juzzyee
    @Juzzyee Рік тому +6

    much love Karl from Wellington, i love how humble and geniune you are! you have made it without the support of adverts too

  • @nitinmalhotra1189
    @nitinmalhotra1189 Рік тому +11

    Hi Karl I have few friends who can be toxic at times. That advice that you gave in the middle of the video was really legit. We all need to learn to say NO at times and not be drag along into doing something unwanted. 😊

    • @rayromano6249
      @rayromano6249 Рік тому

      So the ones saying they were hungry is not scamming. It's literally begging for food and rich youtuber decides to put them in youtube and shame them calling them scammers. Ppl need to think outside the box and don't fall for the narratives your gods give you. Facts

    • @doncorleone3901
      @doncorleone3901 Рік тому

      @@rayromano6249 they don't want food. They want you to give money which they say they'll use to buy food. We all know that's not true

    • @tubester4567
      @tubester4567 Рік тому +4

      @@rayromano6249 nah dude, India has a huge problem with scamming. They even scam each other. Karl made the point that there were genuine poor, and his focus was on the scammers. People have a right to not want to be scammed.

    • @DutchGuyMike
      @DutchGuyMike Рік тому

      @@rayromano6249 Are you retorded?

    • @moniqtl
      @moniqtl 9 місяців тому

      ​@@rayromano6249 you're so gullible

  • @bardo0007
    @bardo0007 Рік тому +2

    It's very simple, just say no and keep walking. Works for me in all the poor countries I visited.

  • @sandysingh5621
    @sandysingh5621 Рік тому +7

    I fell victim to a scam at railway station. A man, seemingly burdened by paralyzed legs hobbles onto the train seeking financial support. I offered him money and then left for washroom, as I came back I saw that same guy effortlessly leaped off the moving train and ran away.. I felt so dumb.

  • @Joeage
    @Joeage Рік тому +5

    Another great video, Karl. You continue to out-do yourself. Thanks so much!

  • @lawrencev8914
    @lawrencev8914 Рік тому +1

    Last time you landed in hot soup for making such content that shows negative practices. None the less, i surely support you !!

  • @ghostcat8244
    @ghostcat8244 Рік тому +9

    I think saying No is allot harder for people especially myself who wanna help but ended up get you at the end. But thankfully over time saying No to people really does work and by the end of the day you feel better especially the next day. It’s okay to really say no when you feel uncomfortable.

  • @talalfarooq432
    @talalfarooq432 Рік тому +8

    Karl is doing a great job at exposing on ground scams in India meanwhile the UA-camr "scammer payback" is doing a great job at exposing online scams by indians.

  • @JaydenJ5679
    @JaydenJ5679 Рік тому +7

    Just found your channel. I’m Kiwi born and bred. Still in nz. Appreciate what you’re doing in exposing these fraudsters and scammers.

  • @itsnotme07
    @itsnotme07 Рік тому +14

    Always enjoy learning about how things like this operate....as scams are not just a tourist thing in India. Keep doing what you do Karl and make sure your awesome wife Manisha is happy!!

  • @YoUnOkNoWoK
    @YoUnOkNoWoK Рік тому +8

    Learn to say no in life!! Best decision you ever made 💯

  • @devenb1218
    @devenb1218 Рік тому

    "What you give to me, I want to give my support." Also, gotta love how rehearsed they all sound too

  • @facundoundiano9884
    @facundoundiano9884 Рік тому +31

    hate how everyone is trying to sell or scam. I'd never travel to India but I understand there's good people out there

    • @kill3rbyysight
      @kill3rbyysight Рік тому +4

      we dnt need u either.. 🙏👍

    • @cestlavieeee
      @cestlavieeee Рік тому +26

      @@kill3rbyysight not good attitude

    • @kill3rbyysight
      @kill3rbyysight Рік тому +1

      @@cestlavieeee who r u.. comment evaluator?

    • @kill3rbyysight
      @kill3rbyysight Рік тому +1

      @@cestlavieeee u reply how u r talked to

    • @shreyaas
      @shreyaas Рік тому +3

      Well then ur actually missing out on a lot of fun. Scammers are everywhere, u just gotta be careful. Unfortunately the scams in india are covered more frequently than scams elsewhere. Anyways who am I to convince you 🤷🏽

  • @usuarioanonimo8684
    @usuarioanonimo8684 Рік тому +5

    These videos are so entertaining. Thank you for all the hard work you put into your videos!

  • @AkpellisX
    @AkpellisX Рік тому +2

    Saying "no" is easier said than done. As a woman we fear saying no because of physical and social repercussions. I love to travel and right now I'm in Northern Europe, and while there may not be many beggars here, there are men who stop you just to talk to you / waste your time. In life there are people who can take more than money from you when they see you're a foreigner. So ladies (and gentlemen) if a stranger stops you anywhere, even if it's just to flirt, say no thank you (unless you're also interested) but don't carry on conversations with emotional vampires who are bored, want attention, or feel lonely. It's not youre job to entertain strangers especially when your in a foreign country and have plans and just want to relax.

  • @thangamaniselvaraja7430
    @thangamaniselvaraja7430 Рік тому +4

    I once had a kid hugging around me asking for money. I just told him to move away and refused initially. But he kept on hugging around my legs in tears, I was about to give in. That's when my father shouted at him and chased him away. After few mins, i could see him doing the same thing to the next person. They really make us uncomfortable and guilt trip.
    Thanks Karl on your message of saying NO firmly and standing by it

  • @abhaysimha53
    @abhaysimha53 Рік тому

    Buddy.... I'm happy that you're educating others to stay away from scamsters when in India, but also do show some good stuffs

  • @Ipernova9
    @Ipernova9 Рік тому +13

    Honestly doesn't only happen to foreigners...happens near most liberal goverment institutions too because there's too many genuine people around to prey on. Used to be hassled almost everyday around my University because it was a safe haven for them. Giving ₹20-50 doesn't hurt me but it hurts the people who are in real need of money. But thank you for sharing this on youtube Karl. ❤️

  • @srinidhi7140
    @srinidhi7140 Рік тому +12

    Such people are reflecting India badly in the eyes of foreigners

    • @cestlavieeee
      @cestlavieeee Рік тому +5

      they are part of india, every culture has something bad but doesnt make the whole bad

    • @messy3314
      @messy3314 Рік тому +3

      @@cestlavieeee in this internet generation even the smallest bad can paint your country as a bad one. We people work our ass off minding our business and trying to maintain a positive image whenever we visit some other countries but these people are just ruining everything. If you are active in social media, The racism to Indians is just crazy nowadays and the main cause of it are these scammers.

    • @mrdynamic8678
      @mrdynamic8678 Рік тому

      This and the telephone scammers

    • @cestlavieeee
      @cestlavieeee Рік тому

      @@messy3314 Tell that to all your indian peers that bash us also from the actions of very few (I am pakistani) :)

  • @ursp.7149
    @ursp.7149 Рік тому +3

    Preach, word to the “No”!
    I really enjoyed your straight talking about saying, “No”.

  • @gchsbus
    @gchsbus Рік тому +5

    I LOVE HOW the first minute of the video and he is just vlogging and explaining the introduction, people are following him to bother him. I have been to India before and as a white American, i almost have PTSD from how much i was hassled. It was ridiculous. Then even followed me into my hotel and tried to see what room i was in. Had to get the front desk to tell them to leave or they would call the police. These people are ruthless and relentless and have no care in the world how much they annoy you.

  • @stevenfrost6441
    @stevenfrost6441 Рік тому +7

    Appreciate all you do Karl to educate world travelers! It's a shady world out there! 👍

  • @nicholasdiaz9424
    @nicholasdiaz9424 11 місяців тому +4

    Thanks for spreading awareness! We all need to be alert and aware and stay safe from being scammed. Pay close attention to both their actions and their words.

  • @gw8677
    @gw8677 Рік тому +5

    Always been intrested in going to India but after watching your videos, no way I'm ever going to that dumpster of a country. I have no interest in going on holiday to a country where everyone is seemingly out to scam you somehow. Thanks for your videos!

  • @PondKoiTipsTricks
    @PondKoiTipsTricks Рік тому +5

    After going through every video of yours I have made the decision to make a trip to Delhi at the age of 72. Im going to take the chance and see a differant world. One good thing seems my pension will go a long way and at the moment it would be cheaper to have a week in india saveing on gas electric and food than in the UK.

  • @RSCOZZY
    @RSCOZZY Рік тому

    Very interesting video! Very well made and edited 👌

  • @ms.chatterboxx
    @ms.chatterboxx Рік тому +4

    Thanks for all you do !! You and you lovely wife are wonderful for all the great things you do ! Much love

  • @davidcook7301
    @davidcook7301 Рік тому +8

    The arm or leg grabbing was tough, especially when it was children but you could tell there was a ring leader in the corner that they were taking all money to.

  • @suliasituragabeci9615
    @suliasituragabeci9615 5 місяців тому +4

    If they don’t scam you on the streets, they scam you on a call and online😂😂

  • @sanjaychauhan1116
    @sanjaychauhan1116 Рік тому +9

    3:28 All scammers favourite line once they find a couple is "You get two boys and that also twins "😂😂😂

  • @geoffreyswan7866
    @geoffreyswan7866 Рік тому +13

    Thank you Karl The problem is there are real people that truly need help but when scammers take advantage of peoples kindness and generosity they become suspicious even when real poor people need their help ,Also real poor children and adults begging in the streets need that help that is taken advantage of by scammers. SO SAD WHEN REAL PEOPLE NEED ALL THE HELP ❤😮😮😊

    • @boyishot69
      @boyishot69 Рік тому

      True words

    • @kasikwagoma6740
      @kasikwagoma6740 Рік тому +1

      Why are all these western people desperate to holiday in a country where everybody is on the make and on the take. If they want a holiday in asia go to China, it is fabulously stunning, no crime and no one harrassing tourists, then there is Singapore, Japan, Vietnam, Indonesia, bali etc.

    • @geoffreyswan7866
      @geoffreyswan7866 Рік тому

      Not all people in any country are totally honest in all their dealings with foreigners ,Many are kind and welcoming to their country because they know that tourism and a good vibe that tourists have and experience in the countries they go to is important for their future well being ,The ones that don’t care should realise that it brings a bad rap to everyone else that lives there.Don’t judge all by the actions of a few and embrace the culture and beauty of the country and the people that you visit and not on the negative but on the positives of your experiences ,

    • @nagaanantha948
      @nagaanantha948 Рік тому

      @@kasikwagoma6740 because these so called beautiful countries do big scams not petty ones. Every country has good n bad. So look on the good side by enjoying the culture, food and friends, etc. Don't be nasty

  • @woonwouter4404
    @woonwouter4404 8 місяців тому +37

    You want a nice holiday? Never ever went to India 😅

    • @K1ngAlexander
      @K1ngAlexander 5 місяців тому +7

      Human pop up ads that’s what it’s like walking in India

  • @Osama_Amer
    @Osama_Amer Рік тому +5

    Hey Karl, since you first went to India did you notice a change in the number of tout encounters? Or it is the same as always?

    • @KarlRock
      @KarlRock  Рік тому +10

      I think it’s the same. But foreigners have gotten smarter and more aware from my videos. Uber arriving helped a lot too.

  • @VladimirNunes
    @VladimirNunes Рік тому +4

    I ran into the same scam in the same place last month in Connaught Place. Two different guys approached my to say that "I'm a very special young man". Thank goodness I had watched all your videos, Karl! Best regards from Brazil Jai Hind!

  • @rezuanhaider7773
    @rezuanhaider7773 Рік тому +4

    Mr. Karl I really love it your video. You are the best.

  • @bharatvarsha7
    @bharatvarsha7 Рік тому +4

    people should not give money to beggar..its them who encourages begging

  • @frebajan01
    @frebajan01 4 дні тому

    India 🇮🇳 is big and very famous when it comes up to scamming . Way to go India .

  • @JohnvanGurp
    @JohnvanGurp 8 місяців тому +4

    They prey on people’s propensity to be “nice”.

  • @raylow9878
    @raylow9878 Рік тому +6

    I would never in a million years understand why one would visit a country as india, i wouldn't even want to get paid for the rest of my life to go there. Ever.

    • @pravin4784
      @pravin4784 Рік тому +1

      I agree please don't come here

    • @rahilmalhotra001
      @rahilmalhotra001 Рік тому

      Relax, most of these videos are from tourist hotspots. And India is a big place, one part of India might be terrible but the other part would be great. Its quite a big country to be judged as a whole

    • @raylow9878
      @raylow9878 Рік тому

      @@pravin4784 why would i go to the biggest scam and trash country in the world? no thanks, not even for millions. I love it here in Sweden. :)

    • @rahilmalhotra001
      @rahilmalhotra001 Рік тому +1

      @@raylow9878 An immigrant in Sweden calling India trash is so funny to me, dude you literally left your homeland to take refuge in Sweden lol

    • @raylow9878
      @raylow9878 Рік тому

      @@rahilmalhotra001 not as dirty as india, ew

  • @kirano07
    @kirano07 Рік тому +1

    Till now we have heard that Sardar never beg, but today sardar ji is making a scam...😅 Thanks Karl for showing the reality ❤

  • @ShadowGamer-xu9jc
    @ShadowGamer-xu9jc Рік тому +2

    Very true.... if you really want to donate just go to orphanage, old age house or blind schools... don't give money to them

  • @Robert08010
    @Robert08010 Рік тому +4

    Gotta love that "Don't overthink" advice. That's like saying "lower your guard" without saying "lower your guard." He's trying to subconsciously prep you for his pitch.

  • @vois
    @vois Рік тому

    Great content. What camera do you use?

  • @sarahhaaniaxoxo
    @sarahhaaniaxoxo Рік тому +24

    You know it's a good day when Karl Rock uploads 😎

  • @Kap00rwith2os
    @Kap00rwith2os Рік тому +13

    I've fallen for donation scams in my travels before, only to realize later it was a scam. It really makes you distrust even legitimate donation programs 😕

  • @RJFP67
    @RJFP67 11 місяців тому +2

    They seem very proud to be thieves 😢. The government needs to step up and arrest these scammers.

  • @mangloreanwithabeard
    @mangloreanwithabeard Рік тому +7

    Sikhs are kind hearted and Loving community let not one or two scammers spoil thier Reputation ❤🙏

    • @purvichamundi1741
      @purvichamundi1741 Рік тому

      and a fake religion invented by rothschilds who owned east india trading company not the british..join telegram ..cabal media censoring truth..study about adrenochrome..13 illuminati bloodlines..new world order..haarp..darpa..dumbs..operation mockingbird..stop using google is a darpa project..download ddgo,brave etc search engines..

    • @1233-i7t
      @1233-i7t 7 місяців тому

      Yeah, always had the best experience with sikh temples in india! The bigger temples usually have a room where you can leave your shoes, often there is someone there who will show you around, you can sit and listen to music, you can eat at the langar if you ask, very nice and relaxing, and they don't even ask for money! Without fail,everytime I visited a Sikh temple, they didn't ask me to pay and I had to ask them where the donation Box is! And they didn't seem to expect me to donate. Like, I don't mind giving a few hundred rupees, especially if i sat in the temple for half an hour and got to eat something in the langar, but it's nice that donations can be given freely and they don't pressure you. Granted, if you visit small hindu temples, they are often also genuinely welcoming, but especially some larger ones seemed quite capitalistic and lots of different altars where priests except donations.

  • @truthseeker7516
    @truthseeker7516 Рік тому

    Thanks for showing other side of India , really like your critical views😊😊

  • @renatapammer8315
    @renatapammer8315 3 місяці тому +4

    Don't worry. We won't go to India

  • @RwinderSingh-iw7yk
    @RwinderSingh-iw7yk Рік тому +4

    Hi Karl, I have a question:
    would people in india also try to scam me if I am an NRI, but not really fluent in hindi. I never been to india and i also have a strong german accent when speaking english aswell a hindi unfortunately
    Thx

    • @KarlRock
      @KarlRock  Рік тому +3

      The tourist scammers target NRIs too. They can somehow differentiate NRIs from locals. But I wouldn’t worry; you’ve watched my videos so you know what to avoid. Enjoy Bro

  • @HILLBILLYDOC_TTV
    @HILLBILLYDOC_TTV 7 місяців тому +1

    The amount of people that stare at you and start walking with you is scary