Mumbai’s New VIP: ‘Dogesh Bhai’ Goes Viral

New Delhi, january 14, 2026: In the city that never sleeps, even the stray dogs seem to have a taste for the high life. A video captured on the bustling streets of Mumbai has taken the internet by storm, featuring a local stray dog—now affectionately dubbed “Dogesh Bhai”—casually hitching a ride on the roof of a speeding auto-rickshaw.

The footage, which surfaced in late December 2025 and continues to circulate into 2026, showcases the “VIP lifestyle” of Mumbai’s street animals. While most commuters are tucked inside the yellow-and-black three-wheelers, Dogesh Bhai was seen perched confidently on the yellow carrier rack of the roof, looking unbothered by the wind or the chaotic traffic around him.

The King of the Road

The video begins with a typical Mumbai scene: a sea of vehicles navigating a congested flyover. However, the camera quickly zooms in on an auto-rickshaw where a light-brown stray dog is sitting perfectly still on top. What has left viewers stunned is the dog’s sheer composure.

Unlike most animals that might panic in a moving vehicle, Dogesh Bhai appeared to be enjoying the view, glancing left and right as if supervising the city’s traffic. Netizens have been quick to point out his “swag,” with many commenting that he has more “civic sense” and confidence than most human commuters.

Social Media Reacts: “Jalwa Hain Dogesh Bhai Ka”

The internet’s reaction has been a mix of amusement and “only in Mumbai” sentiment. The hashtag #DogeshBhai began trending as users created memes and shared the video with humorous captions.

• “The Real VIP:” One user commented, “While we struggle for space in locals, Dogesh Bhai is traveling in business class.”
• “Mumbai Spirit:” Another wrote, “This is the real Mumbai. Here, even the dogs have a ‘hustle’ and a style of their own.”
• Safety Concerns: While the majority of the comments were lighthearted, animal welfare activists raised minor concerns, noting that a sudden brake could have sent the dog flying. However, local witnesses suggest that many Mumbai strays have become “auto-savvy,” often jumping onto stationary vehicles to rest and sometimes staying on for the ride.

Who is Dogesh Bhai?

Interestingly, the name “Dogesh Bhai” has become a localized meme for several famous strays in India. Earlier in 2025, another dog with the same nickname went viral for “schooling” passengers at a railway station to stay behind the yellow line. It seems the title has now been passed to this adventurous traveler, solidifying “Dogesh” as the unofficial mascot for Mumbai’s street-smart canines.

A City of Surprises

This incident serves as a reminder of the unique bond between Mumbai and its animal inhabitants. From “station dogs” who know the train schedules to “auto dogs” who travel on roofs, the city’s wildlife continues to adapt to the urban jungle in the most unexpected ways.

As of now, the identity of the auto driver remains unknown—though many speculate he might not have even known he had a “high-level” passenger on board when he started his trip!