From California to Viral Fame: Indian-origin man’s chance encounter with Sundar Pichai leaves internet buzzing

Visiting the Google headquarters in California is an exciting experience in itself, but for New York-based Indian-origin professional Akash Wadawadigi, a simple trip to the campus of one of the world’s most influential tech companies turned into an unforgettable moment. In a world where tech visionaries like Sundar Pichai inspire millions globally, meeting one in person is a rare thrill, and Akash got that rare chance.

A Casual Visit Turns Extraordinary

Akash, a Stanford graduate, was exploring the Google campus with his sister when an unexpected meeting took place. What started as a routine visit quickly became a memorable encounter with Sundar Pichai, Google’s CEO.

The Viral Moment

The meeting was immortalised in a photo Akash shared on X (formerly Twitter), showing himself, his sister, and Sundar Pichai. He captioned his post, "visited my sister @Google HQ today and ran into the head honcho himself! mr @sundarpichai it was a pleasure, do check out @tryramp." (sic)

visited my sister @Google HQ today and ran into the head honcho himself! mr @sundarpichai it was a pleasure, do check out @tryramp 🤝 pic.twitter.com/e0ns2MwdEI

— Akash (@akashtronaut) August 27, 2025

The post quickly went viral, drawing reactions from netizens who called him “lucky” and “living the dream.”

One user wrote, "Running into sundar pichai ??? damn you lucky for sure." (sic)

Another wrote, “This will be a story to tell your grandchildren.” (sic)

Others praised Pichai himself, appreciating the relaxed and approachable side of the tech leader.

Sundar Pichai: A Global Inspiration

Originally from Chennai, India, Sundar Pichai has become one of the most influential figures in the tech world. As CEO of Alphabet Inc. and Google, he has overseen projects from Google Chrome to AI and cloud computing innovations, inspiring millions with his journey from modest beginnings to leading one of the world’s largest tech empires.

A Serendipitous Encounter

Akash’s story is a reminder of how chance moments can leave lasting memories. For the internet, it’s more than just a photo, it’s a glimpse of a dream many hope to live: meeting a visionary leader in person.