Viral Prank Video Highlights Confusion Over India's Popcorn GST Rules

Content creator Aryan Kataria humorously invents bizarre GST rules, reflecting public reactions to India's recent popcorn tax changes.

India's GST Council recently clarified tax rates for popcorn, with caramel popcorn taxed at 18%, pre-packed salted varieties at 12%, and loose salted popcorn at 5%.
The announcement sparked widespread memes and confusion online, with many questioning the rationale behind the tax distinctions.
Content creator Aryan Kataria released a viral prank video, falsely claiming GST applies to actions like holding a phone in the right hand or leaving a shirt button undone.
The video humorously critiques the logic of the popcorn tax, with many unsuspecting individuals complying with the fake rules before realizing it was a joke.
The prank video has amassed millions of views, drawing both laughter and concern over public gullibility regarding tax regulations.