Overview
- The anonymous r/interviews poster described repetitive head movements, small facial twitches, scripted word-for-word replies, and a seamless continuation after a brief screen freeze.
- The account spread widely over the weekend, prompting extensive online discussion, personal anecdotes, and an HR commenter describing the idea as “scary.”
- Hindustan Times, India Today, Mint, The Indian Express, and WION reported on the post with clear disclaimers that they had not independently verified the claims.
- The articles did not identify the employer or platform involved, and they included no company response.
- Coverage placed the anecdote within a broader shift toward AI in recruitment, including automated video interviews, with renewed emphasis on transparency for candidates.