A Bengaluru resident's viral video has sparked a significant debate about the city's soaring rental costs and the affordability crisis affecting many professionals. The woman, who stated, “Not everyone works in IT,” challenged the stereotype that all residents earn high salaries typical of the technology sector. This perspective resonated widely, as many social media users shared their own struggles with finding affordable housing despite working full-time jobs in various fields such as education, healthcare, and retail. The discussion highlighted that rental prices have sharply increased, especially in areas close to technology parks, driven by high demand from tech professionals. Urban development experts attribute this trend to an imbalance between housing demand and supply, exacerbated by rapid urbanization and concentrated employment opportunities. As the conversation unfolds, the woman's comment has become a rallying point for those advocating for broader discussions on housing accessibility in Bengaluru, a city facing rising living costs and increasing challenges for middle-income earners.