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A woman’s video of cooking just a single popcorn has taken the internet by storm, racking up 870 million views on Instagram. While social media is flooded daily with viral content, ranging from funny to scary, this particular video has gained attention for its simplicity.
In the video, the woman places one corn kernel on a pan with a drop of oil and a pinch of salt. She stirs it gently with a wooden spoon and covers it with a perforated ladle. Viewers are left in suspense as they wait for the single kernel to pop, which eventually does after a short wait, transforming into a piece of popcorn.
Despite the video’s ordinary nature, its ability to keep viewers hooked until the end is remarkable. The anticipation of “what happens next” made people watch the entire clip. The suspenseful moment resonated with viewers, who flooded the post with comments. Many admitted they couldn’t stop watching, even though they were anxious or frustrated by the wait.
One user humorously commented, “I got so mad, waiting for that one little pop!” Another wrote, “I can’t believe I watched the whole thing.” Some expressed concern about the technique, with one remarking, “Am I the only one worried about how wrong this is for a non-stick pan?”
This viral moment is a reminder of how sometimes even the simplest things can captivate the online world.
