Bhojpuri Stars at the Ballot Box: Entertainment Icons Face Mixed Fortunes in Bihar Elections

Nov 14, 2025 05:51 pm CST

The Bihar elections witnessed a fascinating intersection of entertainment and politics as several Bhojpuri celebrities contested polls. While spiritual singer Maithili Thakur headed toward victory on a BJP ticket, established stars like Khesari Lal Yadav and Ritesh Pandey struggled against seasoned politicians. This examination of entertainment personalities in Bihar's political landscape reveals how fame translates differently in electoral politics, with some rising stars and others facing setbacks against the backdrop of NDA's landslide victory.