An unusual rental dispute in Mumbai has gone viral on social media after artist and influencer Vagmita Singh posted a video alleging that her friend was refused an apartment due to her numerology number.The episode, which Singh characterized as out of the ordinary, has sparked an online discussion over whether individual beliefs and superstitions ought to affect choices such as picking tenants.
Friend allegedly asked for her numerology number during flat visit
In the Instagram video, Singh recounted that her friend had arranged a viewing with a landlady for a rental flat in Mumbai. She portrayed the landlady as educated and well-groomed, which made the purported reason for turning them down all the more unexpected. Singh recounted that the landlady’s first question was, “What’s your number?” Her friend at first thought she was referring to a phone number. The landlady then allegedly explained that she was actually asking for her numerology number, calculated from an individual’s date of birth.
Singh stated that, after reviewing the numerology, the landlady concluded her house was associated with the number four, while her friend’s number was seven. She reportedly considered this pairing inauspicious and chose not to move forward with the rental agreement.
Influencer reacts to numerology-based rejection
Reacting to the incident, Singh conveyed her astonishment and bewilderment at the situation. She wondered how one could even characterize such a decision and jokingly remarked, “Iss Mental Illness Ko Main Kya Naam Dun,” in response to what she viewed as an odd justification for turning down a prospective tenant.The video rapidly went viral, prompting users to share their views on numerology, their rental experiences, and the difficulties of securing housing in Mumbai.
Internet divided over number 4 and 7 compatibility
The viral post sparked a blend of lighthearted and encouraging reactions. Some users made jokes about the numerological reasoning behind the choice, while others claimed that the pairing of the numbers four and seven is viewed as favorable in certain numerology traditions. A user remarked, “But this was a classic Rahu-Ketu combination. Aunty let the ideal tenant slip away,” playfully alluding to astrological beliefs.
Someone else spoke up in support of numerology fans, saying, "I love seeing the girls who truly get numerology. 4/7 is genuinely one of the most powerful combinations."Others used the incident to comment on Mumbai’s competitive rental market. A user wrote, “Iss sheher mein tarot-tarot ke owners hain,” joking that some landlords in the city may have unusual preferences when choosing tenants.