If you think you’ve got Gujaratis all figured out, think again. We’re here to unveil the hilarious misconceptions that have been circulating about us. Buckle up, because you’re in for a laughter-packed ride through these eye-opening truths!
Not all Gujaratis are Born Entrepreneurs
Sure, some of the world’s most prosperous business magnates are Gujaratis, but let’s clear the air – not all of us are on a mission to conquer the business world. Believe it or not, some of us are more focused on other pursuits, like, you know, trying to develop our country!
Garba is Not Our Daily Cardio Routine
Ah, Garba – the dance that has put us on the cultural map. But let’s get real, folks. Contrary to popular belief, we haven’t turned our living rooms into dance floors. We save our killer Garba moves for special occasions and festivals. And hey, surprise! We can bust a move in other dance styles too.
Weekend Brunch: More Than Just Jalebi Fafda
Hold up, who spread the rumor that we live on a steady diet of Jalebi Fafda over the weekends? It’s time to clear the confusion. Our weekend food game depends on where we’re from. If you’re in Baroda, you’re more likely to find us munching on Sev Usal like there’s no tomorrow!
Dreams Beyond the Green Card
Yes, we’ve got a thriving Gujarati community in the USA, but guess what? Not all of us are itching to move to New Jersey or Pennsylvania for that coveted Green Card. Some of us have bigger dreams than just collecting stamps on our passports. Shocking, right?
Not Everyone is Our Bhai/Ben
Hold your horses, folks! While it’s true that we Gujaratis share an unparalleled camaraderie, we don’t go around addressing everyone as “Bhai” or “Ben.” There are only so many Bhai-log and Ben-log our hearts can handle. Let’s save those titles for our real peeps.
We Don’t Speak Like Hansaben, Some Are Like Maya Sarabhai
You might think we all sound like Hansa from “Khichdi,” but surprise – we’ve got our Maya Sarabhai moments too! The truth is, assuming an entire community speaks like one TV character is as off-base as expecting the next garba move to win a dance competition. Our accents and styles are as diverse as our passions!
We are Sweeter than Our Dal
The infamous Gujarati Dal – is known for its sweet touch. But let’s get one thing straight – our sweetness isn’t confined to just the dal. While our food might have that perfect blend of sweet and savory, it’s the people who truly take the sweetness cake. And no, we don’t sprinkle sugar on everything in the kitchen. By the way, our spice tolerance? Above par. Yep, we can handle the heat!
So there you have it – a sneak peek into the real lives of Gujaratis, minus the exaggerations. Let’s bust these myths and appreciate the diversity and uniqueness that make us who we are. Remember, stereotypes might get a good chuckle, but the truth is way more entertaining!
What do you think of this, a hardcore Gujarati will feel this!
— An Article by Poojan Patel
