American influencer asks if ‘Indians are too polite’, internet has the best reaction to this

American influencer Kristen Fischer, who relocated to India three years ago believes that Indians are “too polite” and shared her experience regarding why she feels so. Her observation resonated with many on the internet who quickly flooded the comment section and called it a “cultural thing”. But what exactly did she say?

Kristen Fischer, an American who moved to India three years ago, often shares her unique experiences and observations about Indian culture. In one of her recent videos titled “Are Indians too polite?” she reflected on how politeness is deeply ingrained in the Indian way of communication. Kristen described how, during her pregnancy, her friends would often comment on how “healthy” she looked. It didn’t take her long to realize that “healthy” was a polite way of saying she had gained weight, delivered in a way that almost felt like a compliment. She posed the question to her followers, asking if they had similar experiences.



The video sparked a lively discussion in the comments section. One user agreed, calling it a classic example of a “backhanded compliment”, while another joked that Indians often justify such remarks by saying, “Hum khate peete ghar ke hain” (we come from a well-fed household). Some embraced it as a cultural quirk that’s unlikely to change, while others playfully remarked that Kristen had uncovered one of India’s best-kept secrets. One comment stood out, humorously describing the phenomenon as “gaslighting with politeness” and admitting to being a frequent victim of it. The video clearly struck a chord, highlighting the nuanced charm of Indian communication.

Kristen Fischer has previously opened up about her journey of adapting to cultural differences after moving to India. In a viral Instagram video, she shared one of the most challenging adjustments she had to make—the unique approach to dinner parties in India. Coming from the United States America, where meals are usually served hot and immediately after guests arrive, Fischer was taken aback by the Indian tradition of serving food much later. Meals are often delayed, with extended conversations and socializing taking place before the food is served. This cultural difference left Fischer initially puzzled as she tried to navigate the new expectations at social gatherings.