Surprising locals with Urdu on the streets of Pakistan 🇵🇰 پاکستان میں اردو بولنا 

From Shining Wala to Mota Wala

Not only do you speak great Urdu but you have our culture and tastes. Every Punjabi loves lassi. Its delicious in Summer especially. Your observations are so accurate.

Chris Lewis can speak urdu is not surprising, actually surprise, he can read urdu

2:32 In the traditional weddings in Pak, groom goes to bride's house on a horseback. He said, sometimes he rents the horse for wedding ceremonies and also help the groom with the ride [because most of the people don't know how ride, and if he wouldn't help, the groom will fall down]

Chris, I have to applaud your patience, kindness & smiling face when you deal with us (overwhelming) Pakistanis.... You have been a great guest, I hope both you & max have enjoyed your stay. Apologies for any inconvenience that you may have had from us. Stay blessed!

Dude I'm paksitani and you're certified pakistani now man got the mannerisms of speech down pat, legit pathan now. Impressive, I don't think I've ever seen any other westerner adapt quite so well not just language wise but mannerisms and culture wise too. We don't get a lot of media time... in some ways im glad, it's cool to be part of an exclusive club :P

Hey Chris, Just before you judge brother, wanted to make one clarification the guy asked for a $ note as a souvenir not because they need money or something its just that unfortunatly alot of lower middle class people dream of going abroad and have grown up watching alot of hollywood movies so they like to keep a $1 note as a souvenir. Keep up the good working and Stay Blessed!

honestly you were the best travel vlogger to visit Pakistan. Knowing Urdu and being Kind made all the difference

I don't usually comment on videos but I would make an exception here to say thank you for visiting Pakistan 🇵🇰

Pakistan'ın güzel bir kültürü ve güzel insanları olduğunu görüyorum. Bir gün Pakistan'ı ziyaret etmek için sabırsızlanıyorum 🇹🇷

This is so precious. The smiles on people's faces😍

I love how you’ve learned the Urdu language to speak to all Pakistanis.and your Pakistani accent is too good! You show soo much respect to everyone! We want more vlogs.Thankyou for your generousity. From Canada.

Geez dude, that Urdu is on point. Not just beginner level. Talking to ppl on the streets in that level ain't easy. Much respect.

The way you said to him “Is your name is Nawaz Sharif”so funny legend 🤣🤣🤣love from Milan Italy 🇮🇹

I started watching your videos today with my Pakistani parents and I have to say, it was such a joy. Its not just you picked up the language, but to see you interact so genuinely with the locals with such respect and love was truely beautiful. Continue making videos 💚🤍

We have a big Pakistani community in Manchester and I wish I could speak Urdu, I know a few words, but, I’m no way fluent, it would be awesome to see someone walk down Cheetham Hill and be capable of chatting to the people here, they are nice people.

Even some Pakistanis avoid talking about politics and religion 😂

These eastern countries always seem so open and friendly to strangers, especially if you speak their language or make an effort to be outgoing. People here in the west often just shush you away if you dont speak the language.

I love watching video's like these, the banter between the locals and the 'tourist' is great when the locals realise they're speaking their language is great. The locals really appreciate it.

LOL man, granted it was an innocent question but the 'are you Nawaz Sheriff' bit cracked me up. You are hilarious Chris. 🤣

Chris, the maturity you exhibit to approach other cultures proves that you a very high EQ. Thanks for making Americans look good abroad. You are a great ambassador. We should pay you for it.

Dear Chris & Max, its very sad to know that you guys are leaving pakistan and it was your last video here. wish you all the best and we wish you will come back soon. thank you very much for make us smile. keep spreading love and laughter.

By 1.37 minutes my heart was melting watching you talking with the two young boys with beautiful smiles. With the world heading the way it is interactions like this are so important.x

Some translations for Chris. The horse guy said that he hires our the horse for weddings, ie as part of a horse and carriage, or for a groom to ride on. Traditionally grooms would ride on a horse, so some people still like to do so just for a bit of ceremony, even just for a minute or so for the wedding films. The guy with the orange phone was telling you that the song he was listening to was a tribute to the "friends of Allah", or Wali-Allah as we refer to them as. This is a term used in our part of the world to refer to pious people/Saints. Islam spread in Pakistan based on the teachings of these peoples and their missionary work. There is a strong tradition of poetry and folk music praising God, the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and often saints too. I couldn't help but laugh at you getting directions from Lahoris. It's a running joke that you'll get all sorts of different directions in Lahore. The concept of atheism is pretty unknown in Pakistan.

16:37, When you said that Max knows Pashto, the man replied, "is he a mix (Urdu & Pashto)?". It basically means that he (Max) knows a little bit of everything. 😅

The languages you speak and the correct pronunciation is just impressive 👏

The most common thing in Pakistan everytime you admire someone of something they will say .. اللہ کا شکر ہے i.e. Its all because of Allah . One of very beautiful things about Pakistanis they are always humble and always direct all praise towards Allah. Who is indeed the most praiseworthy.

Have been watching different travel vloggers visiting Pakistan but You are THE BEST! Love they way you speak Urdu in a very respectful manner.

Thank you Chris and max for coming Pakistan. May you have safe return to your home. Bye bye.....

amazing video💖😍 God bless u and your family. Thank you for making us happy and smiling... Keep rising and shining... sending lots of Love and care 💕from Sydney, Australia.

Well done boys - great to see you guys explore Pakistan. I haven't been there for a while but looks amazing, almost some thing like from a movie set.

Man you are an absolute legend!!!Thank you so much for quality content.

How on earth do you speak such good urdu! Wow man. Just amazing! 👏

The religion thing is similar to hockey in Canada. I remember when a kid from England moved here I asked him what his favourite hockey team was...he responded that he didn't watch hockey and I looked at him like he was crazy.

Just saw a clip of Chris on TikTok. What a lovely person. Well done with the Urdu. He’s always welcome in Pakistan

I am new to your vlogs and this is your second video that I am watching. But I liked these videos and your accent and vocabulary is great. You know many words which I would not expect any foreigner or not local person would know. Also, I liked the interaction at 3:56. It is so wholesome and brought a smile on my face. Have a safe journey back. And keep doing the excellent work😇.

Chris, you're very brave to go to alley everywhere to show us REALITY. Just wondering how is your stomach reaction after tried all kind of local food/drinks on traveling..🙄

I’ve got a lot of respect for cultured Americans. Big respect!

You win my heart bro chris .May you live long both happy new year 🎉

chris and max, i love yall's adventures, please keep them comin

lewis it was great experience watching your videos , Love from Pakistan ,and come back again in Pakistan next year , explore more cities of Pakistan

Oh my gosh 😂😂😂 He ate shinning wala paan.. that's really truly enjoyment!!!!

Great you tube videos you really have kept us informed your Urdu is impeccable once again thanks for putting your faith in Pakistan and visiting.

You are getting real fun and love of local public, no doubt it will be surprising. 👏🏻❤️❤️🌹🌹👌👌

Chris is bit jolly and entertaining personality, max Is excellent human being, you both are marvelous and wonderful. , doing wonderful job, God bless both of you!

Maybe that is why they are such nice giving people, their strong beliefs and how they maintain their culture.

Thank you chris and max for coming pakistan 🤗

That was so great of you Chris ..

Since it’s your last video there, you had the freedom to show true Pakistan finally. I am born and bred Pakistani by the way

Chris actually they are surprising when you are speaking urdu to them. hahaahahahaha very amazing video. Thanks alot.

Nice Video Chris And Max!

Your Urdu OMG so so good I have been to China it’s been 5 years I,m not fluent and you,r speaking Urdu better than us locals lots of love ❤️ 💕

Enjoyed watching ur vlogs everyday, u were a great guest to have and as they say about Pakistan " U come here as a foreigner and leave as a friend" 😍☺one thing question only visited major cities u missed northern Pakistan and it's beauty hope u can go there in ur next visit In sha Allah ☺

Chris, when you return to Pakistan, you must visit Quetta, Azad Kashmir, Chitral, Hunza, and Gilgit.

Wow so lovely 🥰 Another great vlogs 👌 I am happy to see you too happy when you are drinking lassi🤗 Keep enjoying 🌹🇵🇰

Loved this, Thank You!

He asked for dollar and said "sauk hai mujhe" it means he like to collect currencies so he didn't accept Pakistani currency.

Guys who have enjoyed a Christmas somewhat different from the West. Pakistan has a lot to offer. Society and culture span many diverse cultures and ethnic groups. It is interesting that even the reputation is still negative and tourism is prohibited.👍

My favorite part is rhe interactions with the people. Good to know what people are like and feel and think and you really get great interaction with people speaking urdu with them. I am sorry you are leaving Pakistan already. 😢 I could watch a whole another series of your interacting with people just an Pakistan. 👍

Woah you're so great at Urdu!! I'm really impressed :)

Some people in this world can be rude, so I hope you guys don't them too serious. As always, thanks for making these videos and sharing with the world

Respect to both of you.

🎉very gifted young man and i’m very proud of you 👏 for learning multiple different language’s and working hard. your amazing ! 🍀

In 1974 I left Bangladesh for the UK after finishing a six-month tour closing a failed aid project, I decided to do the Hippy Trail overland in reverse, hitchhiking and local transport, even though I spoke no local language I had an incredible journey, a smile and a handshake goes a long way.

Lahore just looks like an Indian city, even the people look similar to Indian and also the culture. Very different than Peshawar.

Chris is amazing person

Brother I am really amazed by your Urdu language skill ... I love it..

The video you're giving is great. Thank you

Max actually stole my words when he said "I thought you weren't religious" lol

You don't have to be religious to believe there is a Creator, a Supreme Authority, Unique and All Powerful.

The " hello bakdi" was so cute and your urdu accent is also so good man!

😂🤣 Chris Bhai wo dialogue ek no. 👌 "Nawaz srif kya h tumhara naam h" So funny boy yar..😂🤣♥️

Oh Chris you don't have religion I am Muslim and I am very much religious and spiritual and you are the first vloger whose vedios I am watching everyday feeling some type of sadness because I think Life without religion is nothing these are my thoughts.Allah will guide you Ameen you are really really a nice person

You'll miss lahori breakfast in America 😁 btw thanks for showing Pakistan positive image. 10/10 for your urdu.

Thank you very much for visiting Lahore. You refreshed my old memories stay blessed my dear...💝💐💐 You need to make more videos about Lahore city

Refreshing to see everyone trying to connect with each other

Chris you sure look like a pathan! 🇵🇰 love ur vids and ur urdu from Mardan

Chris don't worry about it's just the culture of people in Pakistan if they haven't been abroad they are not familiar with lots of things. That's why they ask so many questions. (please don't be offended)

Ok but he talks with everyone very politely nd nicely🌸💫...he is such a gentlemannnn

Good people Pakistan 🇵🇰 love from Nepal 🇳🇵

I guess the guy asking for dollars didn't mean , he is begging or want you to pay for searching the lassi shop. People here loves to collect different currencies that why he is asking.

Hey Chris wanted to give you a little input I wish I was there I would've loved to accompany you: 1. a lot of curious people and a lot of small vendors would rather take foreigner's currency for the collection... 2. That Lassi is too creamy so it can have a layer on your throat stayed for a while, that's another reason you're loosing your voice if you experience something of a sort , it's a good idea to have something warm, even just a little warm honey water... 3. Although it's very different from the west and sometimes western people might get offended but locals here can't understand the fact that someone can be an atheist, they think that people believe differently in God, but everyone does believe in God so they they'll keep on repeating the question and then due to the language barrier they think they're not able to communicate it to you. 4. You picked on the keyword mota wala for Lassi, it's very common to mend names and make nick names in Pakistan so the key for Lassi wala was "Jaida" which the guy who was giving you directions kept repeating.

Chris I love your Pakistan series

Wow amazing u now drink first sugar cane juice in Karachi now it's Lassi .u taste all flavour of drink .wish u best memories and we want every year u come Pakistan . We always love and respect u from heart . Pakistan zindabad

I wish I could speak hindi that well :) You have amazing language skills bro.

Good bye 🇵🇰 pakistan bro... happy journey of you... bro 👍❄️

1:14 Look at the genuine happiness on their faces, exploring your world for a moment in time.

Your and Max's videos are wholesome!

One Question Chris how come you and Max didn’t visit HUNZA skardu those areas plz say ur gonna come again and visit the northern areas visit kalash valley

Come Back. Love the confidence!! LOL 😆

Really proud to be pakistani pashtoon I saw all of his videos but the way pashtoons treats them I feel really proud and I also want to say something to my Urdu speaking brothers please treat them well becoz they are showing us to the whole world

Love from the usa and Pakistan, also great urdu🇺🇸❤️🤝🇵🇰

Thank you Chris you are presenting Islamic country

The worst part about watching your vlogs is the part when they end🥺

Chris you are such an Amazing Person and love your Urdu ❤️🇵🇰❤️

The not understanding you have no religion is something I first discovered at 15 years old. I am from the South of England and my parents took me on holiday to Butlins in Scotland. In a youth club there I met some Northern Irish kids around my own age. One of their first questions was "Are you Protestant or Catholic?" At that time I truly did not know what that meant and said I didn't know. They laughed at me and said "What's your religion?" I said I didn't have one and they looked genuinely shocked. Next they said that "You must have a religion, everyone has one!" although they weren't revealing theirs yet I could tell they were being a little hostile and I was like, "No, I don't have a religion." and they appeared to struggle with that answer because they are all looking at each other funny. The line of questioning continued and they asked "OK, but what is your father's religion?" Well, he doesn't have one so I said "He's doesn't have one either." They looked a bit upset by this answer and went up a generation again, "So what was your grandfather? Protestant or Catholic? You must be one or the other!" and I could only answer that I didn't know. They really did appear as baffled by my answers as I was with their questions. We ended up dropping the subject after I pulled out a 50 gram pouch of tobacco and offered them all a roll-up. They got friendlier at that point. I was worried for a bit that they wanted to beat me up. Up until then they were all looking at each other, deciding what to do with out actually saying anything.

This is the first video of you that I've watched. Thanks, Chris, for visiting our country. It's sad we see some messed up people around the streets, like that guy who asked you of 'dollar', or those ones bringing up politics, and that one who called you guys "dehshatgard (terrorists)" at around 14:46. It's sad, really.

Aww this is so cute. Pakistanis are too innocent and naive. LOVE Chris's urdu and mandarin, very impressive white boy

I love your guys videos man you and max are genuine good people! God bless y’all! When will y’all be back in Pakistan? I was going to visit my family in June 2022 and would love to invite y’all for lunch!!

Chris, how did you find your interactions with pashtun (pathan)? I found they have been very warm towards you guys. Even in karachi I found that your interaction with pathan was warm (the guy in Pakistani shirt (hashim amla), the tea seller from Chaman, Mr shinning photo guy etc). Again I found your time in peshawar was very good except the one small incident. May be as a pathan I might be a little bias but it would be interesting if you could do a short video on this topic. Lahore has been a little disappointing