Mumbai woke up to a wave of anxiety this morning after a video went viral showing a man teetering dangerously on the edge of the Worli Sea Link. The disturbing visuals have sparked a storm of speculation online, not just because of the apparent suicide attempt — but because the person in the clip bears a striking resemblance to playback singer Yasser Desai.
In the footage, the man is seen gripping the railing wires, visibly distressed and seemingly moments away from a fatal decision. While no identity has been confirmed by officials, fans on social media were quick to notice the uncanny resemblance to Desai — a familiar voice in Bollywood's romantic tracklist and someone whose online silence has only added fuel to the fire.
Binu Varghese, a social activist and also a freelance journalist, shared the video in a tweet which said- "A man has been spotted standing on the railing wires of the Worli Sea Link in Mumbai, reportedly attempting suicide. Eyewitnesses claim the individual appears to resemble Bollywood singer Yasser Desai, Mumbai Police are requested to urgently investigate and verify the identity. Visuals received through a local sources today morning around 8Am.@Mumbai Police @RoadsOfMumbai @mymalishka @mumbaimatterz"
Desai, known for soulful melodies like Dil Ko Karaar Aaya and Jogi, has not posted on social media for several weeks. That absence has suddenly taken on a more troubling tone, with concerned fans connecting the dots between the singer’s digital quiet and the alarming video circulating online.
Activists and citizens are now urging Mumbai Police to step in quickly — not only to confirm the identity of the man in the video but to ensure that if it is indeed Desai, he receives the support and protection he needs.
What’s particularly troubling is how quickly online conversations can spiral. Within minutes, hashtags linking Desai to the incident were trending, as users speculated, worried, and, in some cases, jumped to conclusions. Mental health advocates are urging people to take a step back and avoid spreading panic.
As of now, there’s no official word on who the man in the video is, nor any confirmation about Desai’s whereabouts or condition. But for fans and fellow artists alike, the mood is one of collective worry — and hope that this is all a misunderstanding that will be cleared up soon.
In the meantime, the video has served as a grim reminder of how visible yet vulnerable public figures can be — and why conversations around mental health must continue, not just in headlines, but in homes.
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