Busted by Viral Instagram reel: Employee’s Fake Sick Leave for Coorg Trip Backfires Spectacularly
In an age where every moment is captured online, one employee learned the hard way that lies and social media don’t mix.
What was meant to be a relaxing weekend in Coorg turned into a professional disaster for an employee who called in sick with a “stomach flu” — only to be spotted in a viral Instagram reel enjoying a homestay getaway.
Viral Instagram reel
The drama unfolded after a Reddit post surfaced detailing the incident. The employee had informed their manager that they were unwell and needed to take Friday off. However, their plans took an unexpected nosedive when they were spotted in the background of a viral reel — someone else was dancing in the foreground. Still, there they were, unmistakably lounging at a picturesque Coorg homestay.
The video amassed over 13,000 likes, and inevitably, it reached the wrong eyes — the employee’s skip-level boss.
💬 A Manager’s Cold Clapback
Come Monday, the employee received a pointed message from their manager:
“Hope your stomach is better.”
Though the employee wasn’t fired, they revealed that their work-from-home privileges have since been revoked. Trust, it seems, is a privilege too.
🤯 Internet Has a Field Day
The Reddit thread exploded with reactions:
- “This is hilarious.”
- “Deleting Instagram right now.”
- “LMAO, karma came quick.”
The tale quickly evolved into a cautionary meme about workplace lies in the digital era.
📱 The Digital Age Dilemma
This Viral Instagram reel has sparked a wider debate around social media transparency and professionalism. As flexible work options expand, so do the expectations for honesty and accountability. Employers, now more than ever, are watching — and sometimes, so is the entire internet.
Lesson learned: In today’s hyper-connected world, social media, if you’re going to lie to your boss, maybe don’t let Instagram do the talking.
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