A Gurgaon-based woman has sparked widespread online discussion after sharing a detailed breakdown of her and her husband's monthly household expenses. According to reports from Mint, content creator Anushka posted an Instagram video revealing that the couple spends approximately ₹75,000 to ₹80,000 every month on living expenses. The viral video has now crossed more than 1.2 million views on Instagram and continues to generate discussions around budgeting and lifestyle choices in metro cities.
The couple's primary expense is housing, with Anushka explaining they pay ₹37,000 per month for a semi-furnished two-bedroom apartment in Gurgaon. As reported by Mint, additional recurring expenses include ₹2,500 monthly for household help and ₹10,000 to ₹15,000 for groceries. Transportation costs range between ₹6,000 to ₹8,000 for car fueling, while utility bills total ₹5,600 per month. The couple also allocated ₹10,000 for shopping and ₹4,000 to ₹5,000 for eating out.
The viral video has attracted thousands of comments on social media, with users debating whether the couple's expenses reflect practical urban living or relatively controlled spending. According to Mint, many viewers found the breakdown realistic given current prices in large Indian cities, with one user commenting that expenses depend on lifestyle choices. Some users praised the couple's discipline in limiting restaurant expenses despite living in a city known for food culture, while others noted that fuel costs alone are significantly impacting budgets. The video's caption read: 'How much does it actually cost to live in Gurgaon? We did the math… and the result shocked us.'
The viral response reflects growing public concern over increasing cost of living in India's metropolitan regions. As reported by Mint, cities like Gurgaon have seen sharp rises in housing costs, utility bills and transportation expenses over recent years. The video's popularity highlights how housing remains one of the biggest financial burdens for people living in metro cities such as Gurgaon, Mumbai and Bengaluru. The discussion underscores the ongoing challenges faced by working couples in maintaining affordable urban lifestyles while balancing professional commitments.
