Shyam Rangeela, renowned for his comedic impersonations of political figures like Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former Congress President Rahul Gandhi, has declared his intention to contest the upcoming Lok Sabha elections from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Rangeela plans to run as an Independent candidate, offering voters in Varanasi an alternative choice.
Here are five key facts about Shyam Rangeela:
- Early Life: Shyam Rangeela, born Shyam Sundar in 1994, hails from Manaktheri Barani village in Rajasthan’s Hanumangarh district.
- Career Transition: Despite initially pursuing an animation course, Rangeela’s passion for comedy led him to delve into mimicry and stand-up comedy.
- Rise to Fame: In 2017, Rangeela gained widespread recognition for his impeccable imitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on The Great Indian Laughter Challenge. His performance went viral on social media, catapulting him to stardom. He also mimicked other prominent figures, including Rahul Gandhi.
- Political Affiliation: In 2022, Shyam Rangeela joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Rajasthan. Prior to this, he had expressed disappointment over not being able to appear on television shows due to perceived fears of satire and mimicry targeting politicians, particularly PM Modi.
- Political Motivation: Rangeela, who claimed to have supported PM Modi and the BJP in the 2014 elections, cited a growing intolerance towards satire and political mimicry over the past decade as a key factor in his decision to enter politics.
Rangeela’s announcement to challenge PM Modi in Varanasi adds a unique dynamic to the upcoming elections, highlighting the intersection of entertainment, politics, and public discourse in India’s electoral landscape.
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