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.
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