Le métro est en danger: les lignes de Vienne mettent en garde

A dangerous trend involving subway trains has reached Vienna, prompting warnings from local transit authorities. Users are attaching their smartphones with running cameras to train doors while the train is stationary at a station. After the cut, viewers see the person running along the platform as the phone appears to remain attached to the departing train, capturing the passing cityscape. This trend, popularized globally by influencers, aims for virality through visually striking content. The trend gained momentum after American influencer Oliver Muhl (22) posted videos showing the skylines of New York and Paris, achieving up to 29 million views. Indian influencer Nikhil Kochar similarly implemented the trend in Delhi, garnering 147 million views on Instagram. These clips often feature the song "Training Season" by Dua Lipa. To execute the trend, users typically secure their phones with tape to a window. However, before the train departs, the creator removes the device. Simultaneously, another person films nearby, creating an illusion that the fixed phone captures the runner's perspective. This technique produces a deceptive visual effect. Vienna’s public transport company, Wiener Linien, issued a warning against replicating this trend. They emphasized that attaching devices to trains is prohibited, highlighting risks such as potential injuries from falling objects or tripping. Additionally, passengers might feel disturbed by being filmed without consent. In a recent Instagram post, Wiener Linien urged users not to attach their phones to trains, stating that filming in public transport without permission is illegal. They clarified that commercial filming requires written approval, and disturbing other passengers is strictly forbidden. The company demonstrated how the trend could go wrong in a video, reinforcing that their rules apply universally, including to influencers.