Bihar polls: Will ‘star’ power favour the political fortunes of parties?

Bihar’s 2025 assembly elections are witnessing a cinematic twist with folk singer Maithili Thakur and Bhojpuri actors Khesari Lal Yadav and Pawan Singh entering the political arena. The BJP and RJD are leveraging their star power and regional appeal to consolidate caste loyalties and energize voters, blending celebrity charisma with intricate political calculations. Bihar’s 2025 assembly elections are witnessing a cinematic twist with folk singer Maithili Thakur and Bhojpuri actors Khesari Lal Yadav and Pawan Singh entering the political arena. The BJP and RJD are leveraging their star power and regional appeal to consolidate caste loyalties and energize voters, blending celebrity charisma with intricate political calculations.