American fitness influencer Ashton Hall, best known for his eccentric 3 a.m. morning ritual, has landed in Mumbai, drawing crowds and controversy alike as he livestreams his high-energy exploration of the city.
Hall, who shot to global fame with a video showcasing his extreme early-morning routine—including dunking his face into a bowl of ice and luxury sparkling water—has garnered over 500 million views across platforms. His unique schedule also includes journaling, swimming, a pre-dawn workout, and even rubbing banana peels on his face, all completed before 9 a.m.
Now, Hall is bringing his signature style to India. Landing in Mumbai on Saturday, he immediately began livestreaming his first run through the city’s streets. In a now-viral Instagram clip, already amassing over 3 million views, Hall is seen sprinting shirtless with a group of around 50 local youth in tow. The scene turned chaotic as one of the runners tripped trying to keep up with the influencer.
“India shows me a lot of love. The people are respectful and welcoming,” Hall remarked during the hour-long stream, flanked by his security team. He also hinted at a surprise project in the works, revealing that his team is in India to shoot a movie.
The fitness icon is not just running; he’s immersing himself in local culture—sampling Mumbai’s famed pani puri and pav bhaji, visiting a gym in Bandra (where he performed his ice bowl face dunk with help from a bodyguard), and even attempting to drive an autorickshaw.
Hall also took part in a push-up contest with local boys and tried his hand at cricket during a visit to a slum area. The decision to explore underprivileged neighborhoods, however, has drawn criticism from some viewers.
“Why does every foreigner want to go to slums?” asked one social media user during the livestream. “Ashton Hall has so much money, why can’t he just go to some good areas?”
Still, the influencer’s India tour continues to generate massive online traction, combining curiosity, admiration, and debate. With more appearances planned, Mumbai may not have seen the last of Hall’s viral 3 a.m. energy.
Sources By Agencies
