When Shivanshu Ranjan, an IIT BHU graduate from Patna, landed a job at Amazon as a software engineer, he expected his father to celebrate the news. Instead, he got a one-word reply: “ok”. The exchange has since gone viral, sparking a wave of humorous and heartfelt reactions online.
Ranjan, who had previously interned with Amazon, shared the news with his father over text: “Job lag gaya, Amazon me” (“I’ve got a job at Amazon”). The reply—just “ok”—was posted on X with the caption, “Typical dad response after I got job.”
The post quickly gained traction, with users across platforms finding the moment both relatable and reflective of a broader cultural theme: understated parental pride.
Social media reacts with humour and nostalgia
“Bro, be happy, at least he replied. My dad leaves me on seen like I’m his ex,” wrote @Gurmeetbhatia_. Another user, @krishnan_balaji, recalled his own experience: “30 years ago, I got a job in Wipro after graduating from IIT-BHU and my mom’s response was ‘Oh that vanaspati company!’”
Some joked that Ranjan’s father may have thought he got a job as a delivery agent with Amazon. Others saw deeper meaning in the brevity. “That simple ‘ok’ signifies he expected it to happen,” wrote @awadheshkalia. “He keeps his dreams and expectations from you to himself to not burden you.”
A quiet nod to achievement
While the response may seem minimal, many users interpreted it as a quiet acknowledgment of success—and a reflection of how Indian parents often express pride through restraint rather than exuberance.
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