×6Comedy Instagram video that did 6× its author's usual
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@denis_deham · 2.1M followers
This creator normally gets 804K views. This one got 4.5M. That gap — not the raw number — is what makes the format worth copying.
A man is seen climbing over a barrier at what appears to be a subway entrance, while another man on the phone observes him. The man climbing over is then confronted by the man on the phone, who reveals he is a policeman and it's his first day on the job.
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Why it worked
The video works due to its unexpected twist and comedic timing. The initial confrontation sets up a tense situation, which is then diffused by the 'policeman's' revelation, creating a humorous and relatable moment of awkwardness and surprise. The use of a trending audio track also helps with discoverability.
How to reproduce this format
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