Chris Pratt prayer video sparks laughter over fake eye closure. [Image Source: NEWSWEEK]
Chris Pratt recently shared a prayer video on Instagram and X, urging his followers to join him in a moment of reflection, but instead of inspiring his audience, the clip sparked a wave of humorous criticism. Viewers quickly pointed out that the actor appeared to be squinting rather than genuinely closing his eyes during the prayer, casting doubt on the authenticity of the moment and turning the post into a subject of online mockery.
The Content of the Prayer Clip
In the video, Chris Pratt invites his fans to pause and pray with him, opening with:
“Hey guys, just stop real quick and pray with me,”
he said before reciting Psalm 46:10. The actor begins the verse,
“Be still, and know that I am God,”
with his eyes seemingly closed, then continues quoting the scripture.
After the prayer, Pratt addresses his followers again, suggesting they take a break from their screens:
“OK, now you can continue scrolling, or you can turn your phone off and go outside.”
He adds encouragement, concluding with a motivational message:
“Might I suggest the latter? Go get some sunshine. Go look at a tree, touch some grass, call a friend. If you’ve got time to be on your phone right now, you’ve got time to do your to-do list, and you’ve got time to reach out to somebody in need. Share this prayer with them,”
Pratt urged.
Public Reaction Highlights Doubts and Jokes
Despite the intended sincerity, many users responded with disbelief, noting Pratt’s squinting and speculating that he was actually reading from a script rather than sincerely praying. The comment section quickly filled with jokes and sarcastic remarks about his delivery.
One commenter humorously noted,
“I’m crying so bad, I thought he was having an allergic reaction at first,”
capturing the tone of much of the reaction. Another user questioned his memorization skills:
“How are you an actor and still can’t memorize prayer lines.”
A third participant suggested a simpler approach:
Image of: Chris Pratt
“Like why didnt he just keep his eyes fully open. no one would’ve thought it was weird if he just prayed with his eyes open so he could read the verses.”
Upcoming Projects Keep Fans Interested
While the prayer video controversy circulates online, Chris Pratt’s fans remain eager for his upcoming roles, notably his voice work as Mario in the animated film The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Additionally, Pratt is set to appear alongside Rebecca Ferguson and Annabelle Wallis in the new sci-fi thriller Mercy, keeping his presence active in the entertainment world.
The Significance of the Response
The extensive reaction to Pratt’s prayer video highlights a tension between celebrity authenticity and audience skepticism in social media culture. The episode underlines how public figures navigating personal or spiritual expressions online can face scrutiny that mixes both playful ridicule and critical doubt. Looking ahead, Pratt’s career will likely continue to balance moments of personal sharing with fan expectations and reactions from an attentive social media audience.
