Recently, a wholesome moment captured in a video went viral on social media, showing a Malay man being approached by an elderly Chinese uncle while he was enjoying a drink at a local Chinese shop.

The video, shared by TikTok user @thaqibshaker, begins with the man casually sipping his drink at the shop when he was suddenly approached by a stranger, an elderly Chinese man. The uncle, with good intentions, kindly informed him that the shop was not halal.

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In response, the man calmly explained that he was only stopping by for a drink, not for food. He assured the uncle that he was aware of his actions and that he wasn't consuming anything that could potentially go against his religious practices.

The interaction took a friendlier turn when the uncle then asked for permission to sit with him, saying he wanted to hang out and have a chat.

"I like drinking Chinese tea and coffee, they make it tasty," the man shared in the video. "The coffee is not a problem. So, my gang doesn't eat anything, okay. I'm just drinking."

The man expressed his appreciation for the uncle's concern and the respectful way the reminder was delivered, highlighting a beautiful moment of mutual respect and understanding between individuals of different races and religions.

Despite the positive exchange, some netizens raised concerns in the comments section regarding the cleanliness of the cups used by the shop. While opinions varied, many applauded the interaction as a reflection of harmony and empathy in Malaysia's multicultural society.

The video has since garnered thousands of views, with users praising both men for their open-mindedness and respectful dialogue.