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‘Imranissance’: Young Indians Renew Their Admiration for Imran Khan
✍️ ThePrint
🗓 19 Oct 2026, 04:37 AM
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A growing number of young adults in India are expressing renewed admiration for former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan, a trend dubbed “Imranissance”.
ThePrint reports that a wave of renewed affection for former Pakistani premier Imran Khan is sweeping through sections of India’s youth, a phenomenon now being labeled “Imranissance”.
Observers note that the sentiment appears tied to Khan’s anti‑establishment stance and his charismatic public persona, which resonates with many young adults seeking alternative political narratives.
The emerging trend has attracted media attention across the subcontinent, highlighting how political figures from neighboring countries can influence public opinion beyond their own borders.
Observers note that the sentiment appears tied to Khan’s anti‑establishment stance and his charismatic public persona, which resonates with many young adults seeking alternative political narratives.
The emerging trend has attracted media attention across the subcontinent, highlighting how political figures from neighboring countries can influence public opinion beyond their own borders.