A cat in a Shanghai shopping centre became an internet sensation after a video captured its befuddled attempt to ascend an escalator. The feline, initially appearing on the downward-traveling stairs, was repeatedly carried back to the ground floor. This cycle of confusion and relocation played out until a bystander intervened, guiding the animal to the correct, upward-moving escalator.
The widely shared footage shows the cat walking against the flow of the descending steps, a struggle met with bemusement from onlookers. The intervention by a concerned shopper provided the crucial shift, allowing the cat to finally proceed upwards.
This incident, which circulated widely on social media platforms in late September 2025, sparked a flurry of reactions and commentary online. One notable comment, reflecting the sentiment of some viewers, questioned the awareness of potential observers, asking, "Watchman Andha Hai Kya?"—loosely translating to, "Is the guard blind?"
The original video appears to have originated from or been shared around September 23, 2025, gaining traction across various online news and social media outlets. While one report indicates the location as Shanghai, China, further specifics beyond the shopping centre environment remain scant.
