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This is again on display, if you look at the series of videos coming up from Dallas now.;
Over the last few years, the kind of cultural significance that the Telugu community has been having on Dallas and other parts of the United States has been a major topic of discussion. This is again on display, if you look at the series of videos coming up from Dallas now.
A video shot inside a restaurant in Dallas has gone viral on social media, drawing attention to the growing influence of the Telugu community in the region.
The visuals show the restaurant completely filled with Telugu speaking people, with conversations happening almost entirely in Telugu and very little English being heard. This has sparked wide discussion online about the strong cultural presence of Telugu NRIs in parts of the United States.
In the video, a Telugu man is heard saying that English is no longer heard and that Americans themselves feel like outsiders in their own country. His comments have triggered mixed reactions, with many viewing it as a statement of cultural pride, while others feel the tone may be unnecessary or provocative.
Dallas and its surrounding areas have seen a rapid rise in the Telugu population over the last decade. Driven largely by IT jobs, higher education opportunities, and business ventures, Telugu families have settled in large numbers, creating a close knit community.
Telugu restaurants, grocery stores, temples, and cultural events have transformed parts of the city into a familiar environment for immigrants from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
While supporters say the video reflects unity and success abroad, critics argue that such statements should be more balanced. Regardless of opinions, the viral clip has once again highlighted the strong footprint of Telugu people in Dallas and their growing visibility in American urban spaces.