Witnessing a public proposal can be a risky endeavor, as proven by an Australian indie duo’s tour kickoff in Brisbane over the weekend. Bootleg Rascal, consisting of Carlos Lara and Jimmy Young, initiated their Reasons tour, but the event took an unexpected turn when a romantic gesture from a fan resulted in an awkward moment.

The duo posted a video of the incident on social media with the caption ‘PDA gone wrong.’ It depicted a man on stage with a microphone, inviting his partner Jamie to join him. He reminisced about their shared love for Bootleg Rascal and decided to propose on the spot. However, when he knelt down with the ring, his partner shook her head and tried to pull him back up, causing discomfort for both.

Despite the crowd’s reactions and the man’s repeated questioning, the woman left the stage, leaving him kneeling until a person in a Scooby-Doo costume assisted him up. The video humorously ended with a reference to the band’s break-up song.

Following the viral video, many viewers shared their thoughts, with some expressing sympathy for the man’s failed proposal. Speculations arose, suggesting the possibility of a staged event for promotional purposes. Meanwhile, Scottish artist Lewis Capaldi had a more successful run with multiple marriage proposals during his Australian tour, adding a humorous touch to the engagements.

Bootleg Rascals hinted at avoiding future public proposals, contrasting it with Capaldi’s positive experiences. Despite the initial mishap, the band remains focused on their upcoming shows across the country.