Ferrari or colouring book? ₹4.1 crore Ferrari becomes kids’ painting canvas at Dubai party

Dubai has always been popular for pushing boundaries when it comes to wealth and luxury. May it be in the form of gold-plated cars, sky-high hotels, or indoor ski slopes in the desert.

The city is no stranger to similar unbelievable instances. It’s a place where extravagance is not just embraced, in fact, it is celebrated.And in an age where social media brings all new trends into the limelight, a video went viral from a child’s birthday party that is a true representation of luxury but has also questioned the ways of imparting values in children.This birthday party from Dubai shows how well the city's popularity is suited to extravagance, which has left social media amused.

A viral video, shared by the Instagram account Dubai Elevated, shows a bright yellow Ferrari, estimated to be worth approximately ₹4.1 crore, being painted on by a group of children as part of a birthday celebration.In the video, the children are seen cheerfully using watercolours to decorate the car, turning the high-performance sports car into a temporary art project. Rather than the usual balloons and party games, this Ferrari became the centrepiece of what might be one of the most unusual birthday parties ever caught on camera.

The clip has quickly gained over,100,000 views, with reactions pouring in from all corners of the internet. While some found the spectacle entertaining, others criticized it as tone-deaf.

According to one Instagram user, “And this is why I stopped living in Dubai…”, hinting a mixed reaction with the growing discomfort with the city’s over-the-top displays of wealth. Another person commented, “Maybe you should consider helping those who don't have enough in life and teach your children the correct values of life?”Several viewers questioned the choice of activity for the children.

“No other games to play for children? What do they learn?” asked one user, while another joked, “Don't be surprised if these kids paint their dad's car next time.”Some people also commented humorously, one viewer sarcastically warned, “They are waiting for a Ferrari lawsuit,” while another pointed out, saying, “Watercolours. Easy cleaning with the first wash.”The video, though only seconds long, has also ignited discussion about parenting, priorities, and values in ultra-rich communities. While some defended the act as harmless fun using washable paint, others viewed it as yet another example of extravagance disconnected from reality.