Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal has joined the latest social media trend. In a new video, the billionaire industrialist sits down with his interns to decode popular Gen Z slang—from terms like "aura farming" to other internet buzzwords. While he admits he's "still a work in progress," the light-hearted clip is winning attention online for showing a more candid and relatable side of the mining tycoon.
"Tried decoding Gen Z slang with my interns. Let’s just say… still a work in progress. I might take Mahii’s help in the future. 2/4 for now," said Agarwal in the caption of the video.
What is happening in the video?
In the video, Anil Agarwal is joined by two of his interns for a light-hearted challenge to decode popular Gen Z slang. Seated between the interns, the Vedanta chairman is shown a series of trending internet phrases on cue cards and is asked to guess what they mean. His reactions range from thoughtful to humorous, as he tries to interpret terms that have become common among younger social media users.
One of the first terms presented is "Aura Farming," prompting Agarwal to offer his own interpretation before the interns reveal its actual meaning. The conversation is filled with laughter and playful banter, with the billionaire businessman acknowledging that keeping up with Gen Z vocabulary is no easy task. The informal exchange highlights the generational gap in language while showcasing his willingness to engage with younger colleagues.
The video ends on a humorous note, with Agarwal admitting that decoding Gen Z slang is "still a work in progress." Rather than a formal corporate interaction, the clip captures a relaxed workplace moment, reflecting the growing trend of business leaders using social media to present a more approachable and relatable side of themselves.