×2Food Instagram video that did 2× its author's usual
dulu tiap hari terjual 19liter nasi uduk dan 20ekor ayam kampung tapi sekarang ga satupun yg beli ayam kampungnya sampai akhirnya beliau ga jual lagi ayam kampungnya dan cmn ada telur ceplok aja, kalo kalian lagi laper jgn lupa datengin ya😊 📍Nasi uduk Mak uri, depan mcd. #kulinersubang #bantuumkm #jajanantiktok
@alipmilpi · 6.7K followers
This creator normally gets 9.4K views. This one got 803K. That gap — not the raw number — is what makes the format worth copying.
The video highlights an elderly street food vendor selling yellow rice (nasi uduk) at night. It shows him sitting alone, then cuts to an interview where he shares his struggles, followed by customers enjoying his food, and ends with an overview of his humble stall.
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Why it worked
This video works because it taps into strong emotions like empathy and community support. The story of the struggling elderly vendor evokes sympathy, while the call to action encourages viewers to help, creating a sense of shared purpose. The relatable struggle and the positive impact of community support resonate deeply, making the content highly shareable and effective in driving local engagement.
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