Dolly Chaiwala has become a viral internet sensation ever since Bill Gates posted about him and his famous chai!
The co-founder of Microsoft, Gates made him an overnight star after pouring praises over his tapri-style chai. Since then, the mystery surrounding the tea seller has intrigues the masses as everyone wants to know how and when was his meeting with Gates set up.
Dolly Chaiwala, a resident of Nagpur, Maharashtra, gained online fame for his unique style and approach to tea crafting and sales over the past few decades.?
Born as 'Sunil Patil' in 1998 in a modest household, Dolly has risen to prominence on Instagram, amassing over 10,000 followers who are captivated by his tea stories and vibrant personality. His journey from the streets of Nagpur to global recognition is a testament to resilience and unwavering passion. Despite facing limited formal education, Dolly's entrepreneurial spirit flourished in the midst of the captivating aroma of brewing tea.
In case you are wondering whether it was a strategic and well thought-out plan, then you¡¯d be amazed to know that it was a stroke of luck that brought him under the spotlight.?
A video featuring Dolly's charming tea-making skills went viral on various social media platforms, rapidly propelling him to fame. Recognized for his distinctive long hair, stylish accessories, and contagious enthusiasm, Dolly swiftly gained local acclaim, endearingly referred to as "Dolly Bhai" by those who appreciate his services.
It wasn't just Dolly's tea-making skills that stood out. His unique personality, featuring long hair and quirky accessories, led people to compare him to the famous Jack Sparrow, adding an extra layer of fascination to his already captivating story.
In terms of wealth, Dolly Chaiwala¡¯s net worth surpasses the Rs. 10 lakh mark and it¡¯s nothing short of impressive. While one cup of his tea is priced at Rs 7, his daily income lies between Rs. 2450 to Rs. 3500, derived from the sale of 350 to 500 cups of chai everyday.
Dolly¡¯s newfound stardom came from an? ¡®unexpected collaboration¡¯ with Bill Gates which was captured in a now-viral video. In the clip, Gates can be seen swooning over his oomph factor for brewing a simple cup of tea.
Gates politely requests ¡°One chai, please¡± from Dolly Chaiwala himself. The camera then pans on Dolly¡¯s intricate and quirky tea-making process.
?In a candid conversation with ANI, the tea seller from Nagpur said, "I did not know who he was. I thought that he was some guy from a foreign country so I should serve him tea. The next day, when I came back to Nagpur, I realised who I served tea to. (Agle din pata chala maine kisko chai pilaya)".
He further added, "We did not speak at all. He was standing just beside me and I was busy with my work. After sipping on my tea, he (Bill Gates) said, 'Wow, Dolly ki Chai."?He was also asked about the inspiration behind his unique style, he said, "I haven't adopted this style, just copied it from the South movies I watch."
The tea seller expressed his desire to serve tea to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said, "Today, I feel that I have become 'Nagpur ka Dolly Chaiwala .' In the future, I wish to serve tea to Prime Minister Narendra Modi."
"I just want to sell tea to everybody with a smile all my life and receive all those smiles back," said the Chaiwala gleefully.
(With ANI inputs)
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