Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has surprised his followers by joining TikTok, the popular video-sharing app, Khan was ousted from power in 2022 following a no-confidence vote, has been leading a campaign against the current government, accusing it of conspiring with the military to remove him.
Khan posted his first video on TikTok on July 18, 2023, with the caption: “Our social media team shows me incredible clips from TikTok made by youth, even from rural regions. I’ve decided to join this platform to connect with you all.
https://www.tiktok.com/@imrankhan.pti
The video has received more than 131 million views and 2 million likes in less than 24 hours, making it one of the most viral videos on TikTok in Pakistan. Khan’s account has also gained more than 1.7 million followers, surpassing many celebrities and influencers on the app.
Khan’s supporters have welcomed his move to join TikTok, praising him for his courage and charisma. They have also flooded the app with videos expressing their solidarity and admiration for him, using hashtags like #ImranKhan, #FreeOurKhan, and #BehindYouSkipper.https://www.tiktok.com/discover/Imran-Khan
However, Khan’s critics have also reacted to his TikTok debut, mocking him for his political failure and questioning his motives. They have also accused him of using the app to spread propaganda and misinformation, and to divert attention from the serious issues facing the country.
Khan’s TikTok account is seen as part of his strategy to reach out to the younger generation and to mobilize his base ahead of the next general elections in 2024. Khan has been vocal about his intention to run for office again, claiming that he is the only leader who can bring change and prosperity to Pakistan.
Whether Khan’s TikTok presence will help him regain his popularity and credibility remains to be seen. But one thing is certain: he has added a new twist to the political landscape of Pakistan.
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