In Kathmandu, two TikTok stars recently met with the President of the Nepal Communist Party (NCP) and Prime Minister, KP Sharma Oli. The meeting, captured in a photograph shared on social media platform Facebook, featured TikTok personalities Miss Pavi and Anshu Varma alongside Oli. The image sparked discussions online as Oli referenced the previous government’s decision to ban TikTok.
This encounter between the TikTok influencers and political figures has raised eyebrows and garnered attention from the public. The power of social media in bridging the gap between entertainment and politics is evident in this interaction. It serves as a reminder of the evolving landscape where digital platforms play a significant role in shaping public discourse and influencing political narratives.
From the perspective of Ramesh Khatri, a representative of Kansai Nepal News, this meeting highlights the growing fusion of social media and politics. Khatri believes that such interactions can offer a unique channel for political leaders to connect with a younger audience and potentially shape their perceptions. However, he also emphasizes the need for caution in blurring the lines between entertainment and governance to maintain the integrity and seriousness of political discourse.
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Author: MAYA | HARUTO
Posted at: February 7, 2025 12:02 am
