Viral video shows people playing bingo during a wake in Colombia

A video showing a group of people playing bingo during a wake in Buenaventura, Valle del Cauca, Colombia, has gone viral on social media, sparking debate over how people should honor and say goodbye to their loved ones.

The footage shows attendees placing their bingo cards directly on top of the coffin as they participate in the game. The scene has drawn mixed reactions, with some social media users criticizing the practice as disrespectful to traditional mourning customs.

Others have defended the gathering, arguing that in some communities along Colombia’s Pacific coast, farewells can include joyful celebrations and activities that reflect local traditions and the life of the deceased.

The video has reignited discussion about cultural differences in mourning and the ways communities choose to remember those who have died.