Russian Woman Celebrates Gaining OCI Status: Finally, I Am Indian
Influencer Marina Kharbani's emotional video holding her passport goes viral after 3.5-year wait
A heartwarming video of a Russian woman celebrating her Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) status has taken social media by storm. Marina Kharbani, a Russian influencer married to an Indian man, shared her joyous moment online, declaring, “Finally, I am Indian,” while proudly holding her passport and smiling broadly.
In the viral clip, Marina is seen sitting with her child on her lap, unable to contain her happiness as she reveals the new document. The video, posted on her social media accounts, has struck a chord with thousands of viewers who lauded her emotional connection with India.
“Almost! I was waiting for this precious document for 3.5 years!!! And I am a proud holder of OCI now,” she wrote in the caption. Her post was filled with emojis expressing gratitude, excitement, and love for India.
The video not only captures her excitement but also shows her deep affection and personal journey toward being recognized as part of the country she now calls home. Marina’s husband, an Indian national, and their child appear briefly in the clip, highlighting the family’s mixed cultural background.
Her story has resonated with many who have undergone similar bureaucratic delays while applying for OCI cards, a process that grants foreign nationals of Indian origin certain rights and privileges in India, though not full citizenship.
Netizens flooded the comments with congratulatory messages, praising Marina for her patience and celebrating her emotional milestone. “Welcome to India officially,” one user wrote, while another added, “Your happiness is infectious!”
The video serves as a reminder of how powerful a document can be—not just in legal terms, but in symbolizing a sense of belonging, identity, and love across borders.