Overview

• In a viral Instagram clip shared July 25, a group trapped in a Delhi restaurant elevator followed remote instructions to manually pry open the doors and climb out safely.
• News18 reported the video has exceeded 1.1 million views while Times Now cited more than 51,000 reactions across social platforms.
• Online viewers reacted with a mix of fear and humor, comparing the episode to the thriller film Final Destination and voicing common elevator anxieties.
• Both outlets have said they cannot independently verify the video’s provenance or confirm any statements from the unnamed rooftop restaurant or local authorities.
• The incident has reignited debate over emergency response practices and the effectiveness of remote guidance during elevator malfunctions.