Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Limited (MMMOCL) has issued a public warning to actor Varun Dhawan after a video of him traveling in a Mumbai Metro train went viral on social media. Clip, shot during border 2 The promotion features the actor playing inside a compartment, which is suspended from vertical rods and handles to assist passengers as the train moves.
Mumbai Metro issues public advisory on viral video of Varun Dhawan ‘hanging’ in metro: ‘Move outside, but don’t roam there’
The video quickly gained popularity across platforms, with many users sharing it as a light-hearted celebrity moment. However, authorities took the incident more seriously. Responding through its official
“This video should have come with a disclaimer like your action movies, @Varun_DVN – DO NOT TRY THIS ON MAHA MUMBAI METRO… We get it, it’s good to hang out with friends inside our metros, but these grab handles are not for hanging. Such acts are punishable under sections related to nuisance and/or causing damage to property given in the Metro Railways (Operation and Maintenance) Act, 2002; penalty and Even imprisonment depends on the seriousness of the crime. So friends, move out responsibly but do not travel in Maha Mumbai Metro.
The post quickly went viral, attracting attention not only because it involved a popular Bollywood star, but also because of the clear legal warning attached to the act. Officials highlighted that such behavior could fall under provisions related to creating nuisance or causing damage to public property, making it a punishable offense under the Metro Railways (Operation and Maintenance) Act, 2002.
Although the post appears to have a playful element, it has certainly sparked conversations online about celebrity responsibility in public spaces and the impact such scenes can have on fans, especially younger viewers who may attempt to copy similar actions.
Till now Varun Dhawan has not issued any reaction on the warning or viral tweet. The actor was seen using Mumbai Metro as part of promotional activities border 2Which is attracting a lot of attention after its release.
The incident has also served as a broad public reminder from the Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Limited, urging passengers to follow safety norms and travel responsibly. By addressing the issue publicly, officials appear to be emphasizing that metro complexes are public infrastructure spaces that are governed by strict security and conduct rules, regardless of whether the passenger is a celebrity or an ordinary commuter.
