A short clip from a Thai school has taken social media by storm, drawing laughter and admiration from viewers across the world. The viral video shows a student caught mid-step, standing on one leg, completely frozen as the Thai national anthem plays in the background.
In Thailand, it is a daily tradition for citizens to stop and stand respectfully at 8 am when the national anthem is played. This practice is followed in schools, public places, and transport stations.
While most people simply stop and stand still, this particular student seemed to take the moment to an entirely new level by pausing in the middle of a stride, balancing effortlessly without moving a muscle.
The video, originally uploaded by TikTok user ingduan, initially looks like a still photo. It is only when others are seen moving in the background that viewers realise the boy is actually standing frozen in real life. His perfect balance and serious posture have left Internet users both amused and impressed.
Social media users filled the comments section with a mix of praise, humour, and light-hearted jokes. Many said the scene reminded them of the popular Netflix series Squid Game, where participants must freeze on command.
Others found the boy’s dedication adorable, pointing out how seriously he followed the rule of standing still during the anthem. The clip quickly spread beyond Thailand, with users from various countries sharing the video along with their own witty remarks.
