Indian steel thaali becomes “chic chrome plate” in viral Reel and desi internet has thoughts

The humble steel thaali has long been a staple in Indian kitchens. But when an American influencer recently discovered one and dubbed it a “cute chrome find”, the desi internet had plenty to say.

The humble Indian steel thaali is being called a “chic chrome plate” online (Instagram)On August 18, influencer Amanda Monsen shared an Instagram Reel from an IKEA shopping trip, where she said she was on the hunt for “chrome stuff”. Among her finds were what.

What Happened

The reel has fetched more than a million views. In the video, Monsen said she thought the plates were “so chic” because they “make food and everything look so good”.

• The $7.99 IKEA find, she suggested, could also work as “a really cute perfume tray” or a stylish way to serve food.

• The reel quickly gained a million views with many viewers exclaiming that the ‘chrome plate’ was actually a steel thaali commonly used in Indian households.

• There was just one problem for Indian viewers: the “chrome plate” looked very familiar.

What Reports Say

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