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Young person becomes viral with a humorous video about Cuban reality

Thanks to a funny video, a young Cuban woman has become viral on the Internet, in which she presents some of the situations that burden you every day, even though you strive to stay unhindered.

Cynthia Ríos, a digital creator with over 101,000 followers on Instagram, managed to grasp in just more than a minute, which the Cuban population is confronted in the country in the middle of the continued general crisis.

The young woman from Santiago tells what happens when she walks in her house for seven days without water when she comes home hungry and no electricity or no gas gives to a boil or if she doesn't even have a candle that she hides in the darkness of the blackout.

But it really breaks out when a friend who is abroad tells her that she has a very difficult life and wants to return to Cuba.

“Where do you want to return?!” She questioned him.

In just three days, the video already has 53,673 alike.

“This is a double -edged sword. They enjoy the humor, but feel the pain,” commented an internet user.

“The communist paradise,” joked another.

“How do we get to this point? You try to take it with humor, but the truth is stressful,” said a mother.

“Absolutely true, and they still ask me if I miss Cuba.

Frequently asked questions about Cuban reality and viral video by Cynthia Ríos

Why did the video of Cynthia Ríos become viral in Cuba?

The video of Cynthia Ríos has become viral because it Humorously presents the daily difficulties of the Cuban peopleLike the lack of water, electricity and food in the middle of a widespread crisis in the country.

What is the reality with which the Cuban people are exposed to the video and the context?

To the reality with which the Cuban people are confronted Frequent power outages, water and food as well as difficulties in cooking due to the lack of gas. These problems are part of an energy and economic crisis that affects the island's population.

How do Cubans react to the situation on the island?

Many Cubans have turned to social media express their frustration and despair About the living conditions on the island. Through viral videos you share statements about the lack of basic services and daily fights.

Why do some Cubans want to return to the island abroad?

Some Cubans abroad express their wish to return to the island because, because Despite the material difficulties, you will find a feeling of happiness and belonging in Cuba that they don't feel in other countries. However, this attitude is controversial and creates shared opinions.