Vinod Kumar Sharma, 70, from Uttar Pradesh, became an internet sensation after his first vlog went viral on Instagram. In this video, he candidly admitted that he doesn’t know vlogging, and it garnered nearly 3 crore views in just 72 hours.
A 70-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh, identified as Vinod Kumar Sharma, has taken the internet by storm with his very first vlog. Within a few days of posting on Instagram, his video was viewed by millions of people. Sharma’s first video, which was shared with the handle @instauncle_9, went viral almost immediately after it was uploaded. It received nearly 3 crore views, more than 20 lakh likes and thousands of comments in just 72 hours, in which people praised his honesty and courage.
In the video, Sharma welcomes the audience with great humility and heart, introduces himself and candidly admits that he has never made a vlog before. In the clip he says, “My name is Vinod Kumar Sharma. I am from UP. I don’t know how to make a vlog… but I am trying.”
His no-filter style, calm nature and desire to do something new even at this age has won the hearts of social media users of every generation. Many viewers commented that Sharma’s video reminded them of their parents or grandparents. People encouraged him by sending messages like “Uncle, age is just a number,” and “We are with you.”
The viral video has also helped Sharma’s following grow exponentially — her Instagram account has amassed over 64,000 followers as users join in to support her on her journey. His story has caught the attention of not only common social media users but also celebrities like Anupam Kher and TV personality Jay Bhanushali, who publicly praised his efforts.
Pundits and social media analysts believe Sharma’s success shows how genuine and relatable content often trumps heavily edited videos. At a time when everything on social media looks artificial and professional, his simple style connected people emotionally.
Many netizens — especially younger users — found his optimistic and fearless attempt to innovate in the digital world at the age of 70 very inspiring. This is an appeal that is rare in the fast-paced world of online content. Some people said that her videos proved that creativity and learning have no age, and urged her to make more vlogs.
Sharma’s unexpected journey from a retiree to a viral sensation with millions of views shows how social media platforms can amplify voices and stories that break age barriers and bring people together.