Imran Khan, the charismatic former cricketer, chairman of PTI (Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf), and former Prime Minister of Pakistan, has sent shockwaves through the social media landscape with his sensational debut on TikTok. Within hours of joining the short-video-sharing platform on July 17, Khan’s follower count surged exponentially, catapulting him to immense popularity and shattering TikTok records.
Imran Khan’s TikTok journey commenced with an electrifying start as his follower count soared to an astounding 100,000 within a mere 3 hours. The momentum only accelerated from there, crossing the 1 million mark in less than 24 hours, and astonishingly, nearly reaching 3 million followers within the next day. This meteoric rise to fame has left netizens in awe and further solidifies his status as a global icon.
Imran Khan’s presence on TikTok has been nothing short of a viral sensation. With just two videos posted in 2 days, the former Prime Minister’s account has amassed a staggering 200 million views. His debut video, a compelling montage of his public addresses complemented by a striking sound effect, has alone garnered around 140 million views, resonating deeply with his supporters.
In the debut video caption, penned personally by Imran Khan himself as it appeared, he expressed his desire to connect with the youth and his supporters. He revealed that his social media team had shown him incredible clips created by young individuals, even from rural regions. This newfound presence on TikTok reflects Khan’s commitment to staying attuned to the pulse of the nation and engaging with the younger generation on platforms they frequent.
Imran Khan’s dominance on social media platforms in Pakistani politics is nothing short of impressive. Alongside TikTok, he boasts a massive following on Twitter (19.6 million followers), Instagram (8.5 million followers), Facebook (13 million followers), and YouTube (1.4 million followers). Having been banned from appearing on national TV, his online presence has enabled him to effectively communicate his vision, policies, and connect with millions, further cementing his position as a prominent political figure.
Last year, PTI launched its official TikTok account for the party, which also witnessed a meteoric rise in followers, reaching millions. However, the account has since disappeared, making Imran Khan’s personal TikTok debut even more groundbreaking and anticipated.
Followers, admirers, and curious netizens can join Imran Khan’s TikTok account (@imrankhan.pti). Also, note that the figures mentioned in this article are accurate at the time of reporting and are subject to change as Imran Khan’s TikTok following continues to grow.