Who is comedian Shyam Rangeela, set to contest against PM Modi on Varanasi Lok Sabha seat?

Shyam Rangeela

Comedian Shyam Rangeela, who is known for mimicking PM Modi will be contesting the Lok Sabha elections as an independent candidate from the Varanasi constituency.

Who is Shyam Rangeela?

He was born in Rajasthans Hanumangarh, Rangeela studied animation. He was always interested in stand-up comedy and mimicry.

Prominence

Shyam Rangeels came to prominence as a comedian after videos of his performances in The Great Indian Laughter Challenge, where he showcased his talent for mimicking political figures such as PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi went viral.

Why is Rangeela contesting against PM Modi

Rangeela is contesting against PM Modi because he wanted to give people an option as there is democracy in India and anyone can contest elections in a democracy.

Rangeela requesting people to vote

The comedian appealed to people of Varanasi to support him with all their might. He wants to give people an option in Varanasi.

Varanasi polls

Varanasi is set to go to the polls in the seventh phase of voting of the Lok Sabha election on June 1. The results will be declared on June 4.