×3Comedy Instagram video that did 3× its author's usual
Have a great time dear 😅 - @hellybewick
@olima_omega · 3.8M followers
This creator normally gets 1.9M views. This one got 5.3M. That gap — not the raw number — is what makes the format worth copying.
A man is shown in a pool, looking confident, with the text 'POV: The guy she tells you not to worry about'. The scene then cuts to another man checking his phone, smiling, as a woman walks by saying she's off to Tunisia. He casually says 'Cool, have a good time' and 'Bye', but then his smile drops and he looks concerned, checking his phone again as if realizing something.
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Why it worked
The video uses a relatable scenario of relationship insecurity and combines it with a popular POV trend. The dramatic shift in the man's expression and the realization of the implication of his girlfriend going to Tunisia creates a humorous and engaging punchline. The use of trending audio further enhances its shareability.
How to reproduce this format
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