Clever QR Code Prank Goes Viral on Social Media

A Viral Video of a QR Code Trick

People work tirelessly to earn money, whether through jobs or by running their own businesses. Nowadays, when individuals shop, they often opt for online payments by scanning QR codes. However, issues can arise, such as failed transactions or funds not reaching the intended account. In some cases, money may even end up in someone else's account, leaving shopkeepers frustrated. A recent video highlights this scenario, showing a young man printing his bank account's QR code and sticking it over those of shopkeepers. As customers scan his code for payments, the shopkeepers are left at a loss.

This video was shared on Instagram by Aryan Parwar, who appears in it. In the footage, Aryan photocopies multiple QR codes, cuts them out, and keeps them handy. He then visits a clothing store, purchases an item, and discreetly places his QR code on the shopkeeper's scanner while their attention is diverted. He repeats this trick at a scooter showroom and while buying headphones. Ultimately, he leaves all three stores with a smile. Upon returning home, his phone buzzes with notifications of money transfers ranging from 2,000 to 100,000 rupees, suggesting he made a fortune in just a few hours. If this were true, the shopkeepers would surely be left bankrupt.

However, it seems this video was created purely for entertainment purposes. This assumption arises from the fact that shopkeepers typically verify the customer's name before processing large payments. If Aryan's name had come up, he might have been caught. The video has rapidly gained popularity on social media, amassing over 51.2 million views. It has also received thousands of likes and shares. Many comments have been posted, with one user named Dinesh noting that customers' names are checked during money transfers. Another user, Sajid Sheikh, mentioned that he used to do similar things until he was sentenced to six years in prison. Others have commented that the video is fake.