PTI chairman and former Prime Minister Imran Khan has made an impressive debut on the social media platform TikTok. Within just 24 hours of joining Khan has amassed nearly 3 million followers and his content has been viewed a staggering 200 million times. These numbers are predicted to rise even further by the end of the day.
Khan’s swift rise to TikTok fame is not only reflected in his follower count and views but also in the number of likes he has received. In this short span, his two posted videos have collectively garnered almost 5 million likes, with the current count standing at 4.9 million.
The first video posted by Khan is a compilation of his public speeches. The caption accompanying the video reveals his motivation for joining TikTok. He shares that he has been inspired by the creative clips made by young people, including those from rural areas, which were shown to him by his social media team. This prompted him to join the platform as a means to connect with a wider audience.
His second video is a heartfelt thank you message to his followers for their warm welcome on TikTok. In addition to expressing his gratitude, Khan also uses this platform to encourage viewers to register their votes before the closing date of the ongoing elections, which is July 20.
This rapid surge in popularity demonstrates the power of social media platforms like TikTok in connecting public figures with a diverse and global audience. It also underscores the potential of these platforms as tools for political engagement and mobilization.
