MrBeast Sparks Controversy with $500,000 Burning House Challenge

YouTube megastar MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson) has once again ignited the internet, this time quite literally, with his latest viral video titled «Would You Risk Dying For $500,000?». The stunt, which features a contestant navigating a house engulfed in flames to win a half-million-dollar prize, has drawn both awe and outrage across social media platforms.

In the video, the contestant faces a series of fiery obstacles, including cannon stunts, rings of fire, and explosive traps, all while attempting to grab as much cash as possible before escaping the inferno. The challenge is billed as «the craziest we’ve ever filmed».

However, the spectacle has sparked backlash. Critics on X (formerly Twitter) slammed the video as reckless and dangerous, with some accusing MrBeast of crossing ethical boundaries. Users likened the stunt to dystopian fiction, with comments suggesting MrBeast is «creating his own annual purge» or «real-life Squid Games.»

Despite the controversy, the video has already racked up almost 43 mln views, proving MrBeast’s formula of extreme challenges and massive prizes remains a potent draw. The creator defended his approach, stating, «If you’re constantly innovating, adapting and actually trying to push the boundaries, there are plenty of ways you can [keep things fresh]».