Jamshedpur's Viral Star Pintu: Fame Hides Tragic Past, Astitva Foundation Offers New Hope

• Pintu Prasad from Jamshedpur became a social media sensation, "Viral Boy Dhoom," with his unique style and the "Krish's song" dialogue.
• Despite online fame, Pintu's life was marked by tragedy: orphaned young, struggled with country liquor addiction, and did odd jobs.
• He was exploited by content creators who paid him 10-20 rupees for reels while gaining millions of views.
• The Astitva Foundation, a Jamshedpur rehabilitation center, recognized his plight and took him in for addiction treatment and rehabilitation.
• Pintu is now on a path to a better life, highlighting the human story behind viral fame.

Why It Matters: Viral fame often masks deep personal struggles; Pintu's story shows exploitation and a path to recovery.