Rap to PM: Balen Shah's Meteoric Political Rise in Nepal
Published on: March 8, 2026, 3:12 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), led by rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah, achieved a significant victory in Nepal's general elections, defeating traditional parties. The RSP secured 117 seats while leading in eight more, reflecting a demand for change. Shah is expected to become Nepal's youngest prime minister.
