The trend of incorporating live snakes into lifestyle photography isn’t entirely new, but its modern execution is more refined than ever.

Snake terrariums are being designed to fit into minimalist or "boho" home aesthetics.

Villagers began whispering that she had transformed into a mythical "ichchadhari naagin" (a shape-shifting serpent).

, where a local woman’s personal life turned into a national entertainment spectacle.

We see influencers "inserting" these exotic animals into mundane activities—doing makeup with a snake around their neck or reading a book while a ball python rests in their hair.