He Pretended to Be Homeless for 15 Days… Then He Revealed His True Identity 

You don’t look like someone who belongs in this hotel. >> I’m not causing any trouble. I only want to go inside. >> This is a private luxury hotel. You need to leave the entrance. >> Is it because of the way I look? >> I’m [music] telling you to stay outside. You need to leave now. You’re not allowed inside. >> I understand what you’re saying.

>> Then why are you still standing here? >> Because I have every right to be inside this hotel. You? >> Yes, me. >> You? You have the right to enter this hotel? That’s hard to believe. >> Yes. >> You don’t have to believe me. >> Then show me why I should let you inside. >> You’ll find out soon enough. >> Move along. You can’t stand here.

>> What is going on here? Has he been causing trouble? >> He refuses to leave. >> I only asked to go inside. >> I only asked to go inside. >> What’s happening here? >> I think they’re asking him to leave. >> Sir, please explain why you’re trying to enter the hotel. >> Because there’s something everyone here needs to hear.

>> What are you talking about? >> For the last 15 days I’ve been watching. People here treat someone they believe has nothing. >> What are you saying? >> This was a test. >> A test? >> Yes, and today you finally get to know why. >> I don’t understand. What exactly were you testing? >> How people treat someone when they believe that person has no money or status.

>> you do something like >> Because sometimes the truth only appears to be important as watching. >> Who is this man? >> You’ll know soon. >> Hey, you need to leave. Sitting here isn’t allowed. >> Please, brother. Let me sit here. >> Don’t call me brother. Move away from here. >> I’ll sit quietly. >> Move away from the entrance.

>> Please, brother. Let me sit here for a little while. I won’t disturb anyone. >> I already told you to leave. You can’t stay here. >> Please. I’ll stay out of everyone’s way. >> Don’t call me brother. Get up and leave. This place isn’t for people like you. >> All right, I understand. I don’t want to cause any trouble.

>> Then move away from the entrance and don’t come back here. >> I’ll stay out of everyone’s way. >> He comes dressed like that as if this hotel belongs to him. >> I’ve told him to leave. >> But he keeps keeps coming back. Maybe he thinks sitting here makes him important. don’t >> want trouble. I’m just sitting quietly.

Then sit somewhere else. You don’t belong here. Just stay out of the way. I understand. Good, then don’t cause any problems. I won’t. They think I’m a homeless man. For 15 days, I need to see how they treat a person. >> [music] >> But Karan was not a beggar. He was the son of Rajendra Malhotra. Are you still going through with this plan? Yes, Dad.

 [music] I need to see the truth for myself. 15 days can reveal a lot about people. That’s exactly what I’m trying to discover. You want to test the people who work here? Yes, I want to know how they treat someone they believe is powerless. Sir, that could create a serious situation. Then we will learn something important from it.

Nobody at the hotel can know who I really am. >> [music] >> Then the test must remain completely confidential. I understand, sir. I’ll keep this information private. Good. Tomorrow, the test begins. Tomorrow, nobody will see the businessman. They’ll only see the man they think has [music] nothing. Now I just need to watch how they treat him.

Morning. You can’t block the hotel entrance. I’m not trying to block anyone. I’ll stay to the side. Just make sure you keep the entrance clear. Of course, I understand. There’s a homeless man sitting right outside the hotel. I noticed. I hope security keeps the entrance clear. I’m only sitting here.

 I won’t bother anyone. Let’s just go inside. You’re still here? Yes, I’m staying out of everyone’s way. Is he staying here? No, he’s just sitting outside. I’ll be gone when I need to be. Move a little farther over. The entrance needs to stay clear. Okay, I’ll move. It’s a rough morning. Yes, but I’ll be all right. Hi, are you okay? I’m okay.

 Just trying to stay out of the rain. You’ve been sitting here for a while, haven’t you? Yes, I’m just waiting here quietly. Would you treat me the same way if you knew I had money? >> Of course. >> Even if you thought I had nothing? >> Money doesn’t decide whether someone deserves kindness. >> That’s a rare way to think.

Thank [music] you for saying that. >> You don’t have to thank me. >> Maybe I just needed to hear it. >> Sometimes a little kindness can make a difficult day easier. >> You’re right. >> Good morning. How are you feeling today? >> Good morning. I’m doing okay. >> That’s good. Stay warm today. >> I will. Thank you for checking on me.

You brought food again? >> Yes. I figured you might be hungry. You really didn’t have to. >> I know. I wanted to. Thank you, Neha. >> Good morning, Karan. How are you today? >> I’m doing okay. Thank you for asking. >> Take care of yourself. >> I will. And thank you for always checking on me. [music] Neha, can I ask you something? >> Of course.

 What is it? >> I’ve noticed you keep talking to the man outside. >> Yes, check on him sometimes. >> Just be careful. We have guests to take care of. >> I understand. I won’t >> Why do you feel responsible for him? >> I don’t feel responsible someone should be ignored, but he’s a person. I can treat him with respect. >> Just make sure your work comes first.

>> It does. It’s my job. >> Neha, I’m going to be direct with you. Be careful. >> I haven’t let it interfere. >> Guests will complain if we get involved. >> I understand concern. >> Keep distance while on duty. >> I’ll respect the rules, but I won’t be rude. >> Think of the hotel’s reputation. >> Kindness does not damage our reputation.

>> What if others do the same? >> We still follow our responsibilities. >> You’re very certain. >> Everyone [music] deserves basic respect. >> Neha, if you continue ignoring my instructions >> This could affect your position here. >> But I understand. >> Then prove it. >> By following what I’ve asked. >> All good.

 [music] >> Good. >> Neither do I. I can’t afford to lose my job. But I don’t think being kind to someone is wrong. I’ll just have to be more careful. >> Neha, you brought food again? >> Yes, I brought a little extra. >> Won’t this cause trouble for you? >> I’ll be careful. Don’t worry about that. >> I don’t want you to get in trouble.

>> You’re not. Just take care. >> Can I ask you something? >> Sure. What is it? >> job okay after what the manager said yesterday? >> Yes, I’m still doing work and I’m being careful. >> I just don’t want you to have problems because of me. >> You don’t need to worry. I’ll take care of my respons- >> Why do you help me even after the manager warned you? >> Because I don’t help people only when it’s convenient.

>> Even when you don’t know them? >> Yes, clothes don’t tell me what kind of person they are. >> That’s a powerful way to see people. >> Everyone deserves respect. >> I have to admit I really respect the way you treat people. >> I’m just doing what I believe is right. >> Would you treat someone the same way if they were wealthy? >> Yes, money wouldn’t change how I treat them.

>> how I treat them. That’s something I won’t forget. >> Today was a difficult day. But I still believe I did the right thing. I just hope everything works out. People like the Malhotras live in a completely different world. >> What do you mean? >> Money, connections, luxury hotels. >> Having money can make life easier, but it doesn’t >> Status matters, too.

 Their place in life. >> What do you mean by that? >> If someone has no money, no connects, and no status, >> There’s not much they can offer you. >> That’s easy to say. >> That’s easy to say with specs. >> Maybe. >> I know the kind of husband I want. >> What kind of person? >> Someone successful, wealthy, and well-connected. >> Is money the most important thing to you? >> I want a secure and comfortable life.

>> I think trust and character matter, too. >> There’s one family I’ve been thinking about a lot. >> Which family? >> The Malhotras. They own this hotel and have an incredible reputation. >> I’ve heard the name before. >> Karan Malhotra is their son. >> I imagine a beautiful home, expensive vacations, and a life where I never have to worry about money.

>> That sounds come more than money. >> Maybe, but I want a life where I earn beside you, Mattias. >> I know the manager is watching me closely now. But I won’t let fear change the kind of the kind of person I am. I’ll do my job properly, and I’ll still treat people with respect. >> [music] >> Neha, I’ve made my decision.

 I’m ending your employment with the hotel. >> Because I helped the man outside? >> Your repeated involvement has become a problem, and I can’t continue this arrangement. >> I understand. >> I lost my job, but don’t regret being kind. >> I hope you understand this was difficult. >> I do.

 I just hope you will understand my reasons. [music] >> Ria wants to marry Karan Malhotra because of his money and family name. She doesn’t even know who I really am. I wonder how she would treat me if she thought I had nothing. >> Excuse me, watch where you’re going. >> I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to bump into you. >> Just be more careful. >> I understand. I’m sorry.

>> [music] >> I really am sorry. I wasn’t paying enough attention. >> Fine, just stay out of people’s way. >> I understand. I didn’t mean to cause any trouble. >> Then please be more careful next time. >> You’re still here? It’s been quite a few days. >> Yes, I’m just sitting quietly and staying out of everyone’s way.

>> Just keep away from the main entrance. >> Understood. I won’t cause any problems. >> Hi Karen, are you doing okay? >> I’m okay. I didn’t expect you to come back. >> I wanted to make sure you were all right. >> Even after everything that happened? >> Yes, you still deserve kindness. >> Tomorrow will be the 15th day.

>> 15 days? >> You’ve really been out here that long? Yes. >> Tomorrow everything changes. >> I hope whatever happens things get better for you. >> Take care of yourself, Karen. >> I will. Thank you for everything. >> You don’t have to thank me. Just keep going. >> I’ll remember that. Today is the 15th day. I’ve seen enough to know how people treat someone they believe has nothing.

Now it’s time for them to see who I really am. Everything needs to be ready. Today is an important day for the hotel. >> Understood. I’ll make sure the entrance stays organized. >> The entrance stays organized. >> Good. We don’t want any unexpected problems. I’ll keep an eye on everything. >> Good morning, Ria. Welcome to the hotel.

>> Good morning. I’m glad I came today. >> Is there something I can help you with? >> I was hoping I might see Karan. Neha, you’re still working here? I’m finishing what I need to finish today. That’s very professional of you. I believe you should always do your best even on a difficult day. >> Hold on.

 Where do you think you’re going? >> I’m going inside the hotel. >> You can’t just walk in like that. >> Why not? >> Because you’re not a guest. You don’t look like someone who belongs in this hotel. >> I’m not causing any trouble. I only want to go inside. >> This is a private luxury hotel. You need to leave the entrance. >> Is it because of the way I look? >> I’m telling you to stay outside.

 You need to leave now. You’re not allowed inside. >> I understand what you’re saying. >> Then why are you still standing here? >> Because I have every right to be inside this hotel. >> You? >> Yes, me. >> You? You have the right to enter this hotel? That’s hard to believe. >> Yes. >> You don’t have to believe me. >> Then show me why I should let you inside.

>> You’ll find out soon enough. >> Move along. You can’t stand here. >> What is going on here? Has he been causing trouble? >> He refuses to leave. >> I only asked to go inside. I only asked to go inside. >> What’s happening here? >> I think they’re asking him to leave. >> Sir, please explain why you’re trying to enter the hotel.

>> Because there’s something everyone here needs to hear. >> What are you talking about? >> For the last 15 days I’ve been watching. People here treat someone they believe has nothing. >> What are you saying? >> This was a test. >> A test? >> Yes. And today you finally get to know why. >> understand.

 What exactly were you testing? >> How people treat someone when they believe that person has no money or status. >> you do something like that? >> Because sometimes the truth only appears to be important as watching. >> Who is this man? >> You’ll know soon. This test was never about embarrassing anyone. [music] It was about character.

>> Then what was it about? >> It was about character. >> What do you mean? >> [music] >> I wanted to see how people behave. >> now? >> Now, every >> What seems to be the problem here? >> We’re trying to understand what is happening, sir. >> Who is this man? >> He says he has a right to be inside the hotel. >> And very soon [music] you’ll understand exactly why.

>> Then I think we should >> You said you have every right to be inside this hotel. Why? >> W- W- What do you mean? >> You’ll understand in just a moment. >> I think we need to hear him out. >> Y- Yes, sir. >> My name is Karan Malhotra. >> Karan Malhotra? >> Yes, I’m Rajendra Malhotra’s son. >> Wait, you’re the owner’s son? >> Yes, I am indeed his son.

>> I I I didn’t know. >> That’s why I did this. >> You’re really Karan Malhotra? >> Yes. >> I had no idea. >> That’s the point. [music] Everyone needs a moment to understand what just happened. Take your time. The truth isn’t going anywhere. You’ve been looking at the disguise. >> I can’t believe it. >> But this is who I really am.

>> Mr. Malhotra. >> Yes, now you know. >> Mr. Malhotra, what’s happening here? Your son has just revealed the truth about the 15-day test. >> I already know. >> You knew about this? >> Yes, I knew from the beginning. >> Dad. >> For 15 days, I lived outside this hotel in a disguise. >> He wanted to see how people would treat him.

>> I watched how employees and guests react. >> Everything you saw was part of the test? >> And now you’ve seen enough. [music] >> Yes, Dad. >> I remember every day. >> I understand. >> [music] >> They told me to stay away. >> I remember. >> People judged me by my clothes. >> That was the test. >> I have not forgotten.

>> The test taught me something important. >> What did you learn? >> Money can change how people treat you. >> And kindness? [music] >> Kindness shows who people really are when they have nothing to gain. >> that now. >> That’s what I wanted everyone to understand. >> I’ve heard enough and I’ve seen enough. >> What are you going to do? >> I have to make a decision based on what happened.

 [music] >> I understand. >> Make the decision you believe is fair. >> That’s exactly what I intend to do. We must treat everyone with respect. >> I understand that now. >> Appearance does not dictate [music] respect. >> I should have known better. >> Treat them like anyone else. >> Treat them like anyone else.

 That is our standard here. >> No. It can’t be. You recognize me now. >> You were the man at the cafe. >> That’s exactly what made the difference. Be honest, Rhea. Why did you treat me that way? >> I thought you were someone with nothing. >> Yes, I judged you. >> You judged me by what you saw. >> [music] >> I would have treated you differently.

Then you >> Karan, I know I made a mistake. >> Rhea, that’s not the right choice. >> Because of the cafe? >> I need someone who values me for who I am or what I own. >> I understand. >> [music] >> I respect your honesty, but I can’t accept your proposal. Neha, there’s someone I need to thank. >> Me? >> Yes, you.

>> I don’t understand. >> [music] >> You were kind to me when you believed I had nothing. >> I can’t believe it was you. >> I know it is hard to grasp. >> Why hide who you were? >> I wanted to know your heart was true. >> Wealth does not change why I help. >> And that is what made it special. >> I only did what was right.

>> Today I learned that wealth isn’t measured by what someone owns. >> Then what do you think? >> True wealth is having the character to be kind when you have nothing. That’s a lesson worth remembering. That’s a lesson worth remember how you treated them. Never judge a person by their clothes. You never know the story behind them.

True wealth isn’t what you own. It’s [music] the character you carry.