Overview

• The short video was posted by Instagram user @parikshitbalochi as part of his “Things I’ve Only Seen in Dubai” series.
• The caption referenced a “Swarovski Bentley” alongside mall marathons and luggage-only taxis that play into the city’s luxe image.
• Hindustan Times, Times Now, and News18 amplified the clip after it drew widespread attention online.
• Commenters reacted with awe and humor, with some doubting the crystals are real and joking about scraping them off.
• Reporters said they could not independently confirm whether the sparkling surface is genuine crystals or a decorative wrap.