The ‘ChotoBhai’ comes of age

Photo: Sheikh Mehedi Morshed

When did you decide to become a food vlogger?

It happened very randomly, I must say. In 2017, a friend, who also made YouTube videos, took me to Burger King, and we shot a video. It got a lot of traction, and I did not expect that at all. Slowly, I started coming out with more videos, and that is how it all started.

Your video about an allegedly 'counterfeit' restaurant got viral all over the internet, making you an instant 'celebrity'. How much has your life changed after this?

I cannot possibly describe the feeling, it was something that I never expected. The moment I walked into my university after the video got published, I got an ovation from everyone who was present at the campus. Even while I was coming here, the Uber driver was asking me about my videos. It feels great to have your hard work recognised by the people.

Have you ever thought of taking up vlogging as a full-time profession?

To be honest, it is very difficult to sustain a livelihood with only vlogging. If I did that, I would have to resort to dishonest practices, which would include putting out positive reviews of places that not deserve them at all. However, there will be a time when this budding industry will have more professionalism, and more opportunities for people who want to do it full-time.

Do you have a message for your fans?

I want to thank everyone who has been there with me throughout my journey. My page has hit 100,000 subscribers recently, and it has all been a bit overwhelming for me. I hope that you all will show the same kind of support for whatever I do next.