‘24-hour begging challenge’: Kolkata man poses as beggar for a day to test his earnings and shares what he learned | Watch

Kolkata influencer Pantha Deb’s 24-hour “begging challenge” sparked online debate. Deb, disguised as a beggar, collected money and later donated it to a homeless woman. While some praised his final act of charity, others criticized exploiting a sensitive social issue for content. The video ignited discussions on influencer ethics and responsible content creation, particularly when portraying real-world struggles.