One Year of Genji Movement: Celebrities Face Criticism for Involvement
Summary
A year after the Genji movement, Nepali celebrities who publicly or physically backed the protests are facing renewed criticism over their roles in the violence and destruction. Nischal Basnet, Swastima Khadka, Deepakraj Giri, Amanpratap Adhikari, Chetan Sapkota, Sushmita Khathri, Bijaya Lama, and Ramkrishna Dhakal are among those drawn into controversy.
Key Points
- The Genji movement, which began online against ‘Nobebaby’ and corruption, escalated into street protests that left 76 people dead and caused widespread destruction and a government سقوط/ fall.
- Nischal Basnet drew heavy criticism after standing in front of the burning Parliament Building in New Baneshwor and calling it the beginning of a new era.
- Swastima Khadka, Deepakraj Giri, Amanpratap Adhikari, Chetan Sapkota, Sushmita Khathri, and Bijaya Lama also faced backlash for viral photos or videos linked to the unrest.
- Ramkrishna Dhakal later faced boycotts after claiming he helped Rabi Lamichhane escape from Nakhhu Prison, triggering fresh outrage on social media.
