Manager brings food but forgets laptop at office potluck, Internet loves it

Not all viral moments are dramatic; some are simply relatable. A light-hearted office mix-up involving a manager, a potluck meal and a forgotten laptop has amused millions online, winning hearts for its humour and easy-going workplace spirit. The brief video, shared on Instagram by Siddharth Maheshwari, has gone viral, drawing laughter and praise from viewers across the internet.

In the clip, a team member films Maheshwari inside the office while cheerfully explaining the mix-up. “This is our manager. Today is potluck in the office. He brought the food but forgot the laptop at home,” the colleague says, prompting laughter from those around. Maheshwari and his teammates are seen smiling and laughing, clearly taking the situation in good humour.

Speaking about the incident, Maheshwari said the moment was purely coincidental. “One day I forgot to bring my laptop and my team member recorded it. It later went viral,” he said, adding that none of them expected such a massive response.

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Internet Reacts With Humour

The video was shared with a Hindi caption that read, “Yar khana to laya na mai, Ho jati hai mistake,” meaning, “At least I brought the food, mistakes do happen.” The clip has since clocked around 1.7 million views.

Users flooded the comments section with jokes and warm reactions. Many praised the manager’s relaxed attitude and the friendly office environment. Comments ranged from “Potluck priorities clearly sorted” to “This is the kind of boss everyone wants.”

A Moment That Resonated

Beyond the humour, viewers highlighted the positive team culture on display, with many calling the moment a reminder that a healthy workplace thrives on shared laughter and understanding.