Hridyambika began writing as a teenager, exploring themes ranging from social issues to creative storytelling. She started her editorial journey covering social issues and the city beat, gradually transitioning into entertainment. Today, she pens inspiring and uplifting stories about people from around the globe as a Feature Writer for Upworthy. She is reserved by nature and likes hitting the gym when she’s not on her laptop
Woman called cops when an FB Marketplace seller blocked her after she refused to enter their home — what neighbors revealed was chilling
The interaction seemed like every other online transaction between a buyer and seller until one move from the latter stopped her cold.
7 hours ago
Asian daughter called her non-English-speaking dad to say she was leaving Lisbon — his hilarious misunderstanding ended with a thank you
When she shared her news, her dad immediately began thanking her for telling him and offered his support.
8 hours ago
She started a fresh load in the washing machine and walked away — 30 seconds later, an intense howl sent her running back
She rushed to turn off the washer, but had to wait as it slowly drained all the water.
8 hours ago
Woman apologized to a neighbor for 2 a.m. noise with a note and gifts — she couldn't believe what was outside her door the next day
While her friends said they could never be friends with their neighbors, the woman felt fortunate to have such kind ones.
10 hours ago
Woman thought a cute man approached her at the airport for her number — hours later, she froze when she opened TikTok
When a stranger introduced himself to her, she never thought beyond a harmless conversation. Then she checked TikTok.
10 hours ago
Med student signed to help a deaf girl communicate with her mom at a grocery store — the parent’s response led her to drop out of med school
After shopping, she sat in her car, realizing the moment was a clear sign from the universe to change her life's path.
1 day ago
Teenager visited town plagued by mysterious disappearances of women — a scary encounter proved trusting her instinct saved her
Her intuition helped her avoid danger multiple times by warning her about men she believed posed a threat.
1 day ago
He told a man at a bar to back off from a woman who looked uncomfortable being touched — instead, the man's apology left him stunned
He decided to intervene and asked him to back off. Later, found himself astonished by the man's reaction.
1 day ago
She casually Googled the attractive man she met at a dating event to show her friend — the search results made her run for the hills
With no photos of the 'cute' guy to share with her friend, she Googled him and was shocked by the disturbing details that surfaced.
1 day ago
Rude ‘know-it-all’ customer lectured a cold-caller for 10 minutes — until the salesman’s unexpected goodbye hit like a gut punch
As the customer was caught off-guard by his 'kind' reply, the salesman realized that he was 'dying inside.'
2 days ago
Job candidate learned the classmate he bullied in high school was in charge of hiring — and his reaction cost him a $140K career opportunity
They dreaded their school life, since they were constantly picked on by a bully, until years later, the tables turned.
2 days ago
Dentist refused to waive $5 interest — he went to the bank, and his petty revenge made the admin spend 2 hours clearing his $80 bill
When the man expected the dental office to waive the interest on the 2024 bill, they refused and instead offered a payment plan.
2 days ago
Retail employee helped a customer who said he had ‘little legs’ — then one awkward question made it hard for her to walk away
The weird experience left her confused, as she quickly narrated the encounter to two other female customers who walked in later.
2 days ago
5-year-old boy couldn’t open the Coke bottle his collapsed grandma needed for low sugar — what he did instead stunned the family
The mom was worried sick but the boy dealt with the situation calmly and smartly.
3 days ago
Man found $30,000 in a lost fanny pack and could have walked away — but his next move sent police looking for him
The owner did not realize he had lost the fanny pack until he was already too far away.
3 days ago
Woman filmed 'proof' at her apartment door to explain being late to her boss — instead, her co-workers couldn’t stop laughing
Although she knew the 'proof' might sound questionable, she decided to document it anyway.
3 days ago
Mom’s heart sank when prenatal test showed the word ‘abnormal’ — months later, doctors said her baby had defied the odds
The word was etched in the mom's heart as fear and worry set in, until she received reassurance a while later.
4 days ago
Customer demanded the company president’s address after arguing over one gallon of gas — the employee gave him an address he’d regret asking for
Recalling the incident 30 years later, the employee wondered whether the man ever tried to send a letter to that address.
4 days ago
She thought holding her newborn for the first time was the day’s biggest surprise — then she read what was on the baby’s onesie and broke down
The woman was overwhelmed with emotions upon meeting her newborn. But unbeknownst to her, the baby's onesie had a secret surprise awaiting her.
5 days ago
She invited her elderly neighbor to a birthday dinner like it was nothing — then his morning text revealed what he’d been hiding
She revealed that the elderly man was going to turn 70 soon, and she was planning to throw a surprise party for him.
5 days ago