A YouTube channel from India called “Bandar Apna Dost” has become a global sensation. Since, it is proving how powerful AI-generated content can be today. The channel has topped worldwide charts among AI-made video creators, earning millions of views and surprising levels of income, which according to reports is Rs.38 crores.
According to a recent global study on AI-generated content on YouTube it was revealed that the most-viewed channel of its kind is based in India and earns an estimated $4.25 million (approximately Rs 38 crore) per year.
The report, published by video-editing platform Kapwing, analysed 15,000 of the world’s most popular YouTube channels and identified hundreds that consist entirely of AI-generated, low-quality “AI slop” content, videos created by artificial intelligence with minimal human input, often designed to maximise views rather than deliver meaningful storytelling.
According to the report, 278 channels consist wholly of AI slop, and collectively they have amassed over 63 billion views and 221 million subscribers, marking a significant new frontier in online content creation.
What Is Bandar Apna Dost?
The videos on Bandar Apna Dost YouTube channel are short, colourful and strange in a fun way. They show an animated monkey along with a strong, superhero-like character. There is no deep story or message. The videos rely on quick action, exaggerated expressions and simple humour that works across all languages and age groups.
These videos are created using artificial intelligence tools, which means they can be produced quickly and in large numbers. This kind of content is often made to keep viewers watching rather than to tell meaningful stories.
Massive Views and Big Money
Despite being simple, the channel’s growth has been extraordinary. Bandar Apna Dost has collected more than 2 billion views and gained millions of subscribers on YouTube. This puts it ahead of many well-known human-run channels from India and abroad.
What makes this more surprising is that AI-generated content is sometimes questioned under YouTube’s monetisation rules, yet channels like this are still making large profits.
Why YouTube Is Pushing This Content?
YouTube’s recommendation system mainly focuses on what people watch the most and for the longest time. Since AI videos like Bandar Apna Dost are short, catchy and easy to consume, they perform very well on these metrics.
Studies show that many top-performing channels today use only AI-generated videos. A large number of AI videos are also shown to new users, meaning viewers are being exposed to this type of content more than ever before.
The Road Ahead for Creators
The rise of Bandar Apna Dost highlights a big change in online content creation. For some creators, AI makes it easier to grow quickly without large teams or budgets. For others, it raises concerns about creativity, originality and fairness on platforms like YouTube.
Whether seen as smart innovation or low-effort content, Bandar Apna Dost clearly shows AI is no longer on the sidelines. It is now shaping what people watch every day and making serious money while doing it.
