Shushing the Loud Talker: A Story from Abu Dhabi Airport

Published On Tue Mar 11 2025
Shushing the Loud Talker: A Story from Abu Dhabi Airport

Man slams fellow Indian for talking loudly at Abu Dhabi Airport lounge

A recent video showing a man reprimanding a fellow Indian for speaking loudly on the phone at the Abu Dhabi Airport’s lounge has gone viral on social media. The clip, shared by Instagram user Ankush, captures the Indian man talking loudly on his phone despite being asked by the bartender to lower his voice.

Ankush expressed his frustration over the lack of civic sense among some individuals, citing similar encounters that highlight a general insensitivity in public spaces. Guest column | Civic sense among Indians? A pipe dream - Hindustan ... He also drew comparisons between the behavior of Indians and those from countries like the US and South Korea, where loud conversations in public are less common.

Pearl Lounge AUH Airport Lounges Terminal A Abu Dhabi Intl ... Reflecting on the incident, Ankush wrote on Instagram, "What do you think about people who talk loudly on their phones in public spaces without considering those around them? I have to admit, I might be guilty of this too. Why do we do it? Here’s a quick rant about someone in an airport lounge who just wouldn’t lower their voice."

Ankush noted that despite being advised twice by the bartender to lower his volume, the individual continued to speak loudly, prompting Ankush to criticize the lack of civic sense in such situations.

The video 2025 Abu Dhabi International Airport Lounge by Plaza Premium ... quickly gained traction on social media, garnering nearly two lakh views and sparking numerous reactions. Many users agreed with Ankush, sharing their own experiences of encountering similar incidents. One user remarked, "You haven’t been on a London bus then have you... pretty embarrassing the way my fellow Indian brothers and sisters talk loudly and are constantly on a video call."

Another user expressed similar sentiments, stating, "Finally someone brings up the most uncomfortable and embarrassing reality! Totally unacceptable behavior!" Indian Man Talking on Phone Standing Isolated. Angry Man Loudly ... A third user added, "Insane that he’s sitting quite far away from you and still I can sometimes hear him louder than your own voice."

Watch the video here:

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While the incident at the Abu Dhabi Airport lounge sheds light on the issue of loud behavior in public spaces, it also serves as a reminder to be considerate of those around us.