Hridayendra Shah's Jumla Vlog: Echoes of a royal past
Summary
Hridayendra Shah's Jumla Vlog has reignited monarchist sentiment in Nepal by showcasing his royal demeanor, striking a chord amid the country's volatile political climate and restoring some public image to the royal family.
Key Points
- Hridayendra Shah, grandson of former king Gyanendra Shah, released a Jumla Vlog that garnered widespread public and media attention.
- The Vlog evokes memories and comparisons to Nepal's late King Birendra, improving the royal family's tarnished image.
- The political context in Nepal, marked by corruption and instability, provides a backdrop for the royal family's renewed visibility.
- The resurgence of monarchist sentiment following the Vlog challenges Nepal's current republican political establishment.
