EntertainmentPosted at: Sep 10 2025 10:31AM


Actor Prajakta Koli postpones Nepal visit amid Gen Z protests

New Delhi, Sep 10 (UNI) Actor Prajakta Koli extended her support to the families in Nepal amid ongoing protests in the nation after its government imposed a ban on major social media platforms, citing tax revenue and cybersecurity concerns.
Koli, who was scheduled to travel to Nepal for a youth-centric event and brand engagements, has postponed her planned visit to Nepal, citing safety concerns.
The information was shared via her team, stating that the decision was made "in light of the current socio-political unrest" and with the "safety of all parties involved" in mind.
Posting on her Instagram handle, Prajakta Koli penned an emotional note saying, "What happened in Nepal yesterday is truly heartbreaking. Any form of celebration at such a time feels inappropriate. My heart goes out to the families of those who have suffered. I was really looking forward to being there and meeting everyone, but now isn't the right time. Hopefully, I'll get to see you all very soon."
Actress Manisha Koirala, whose grandfather Bishweshwar Prasad Koirala was Nepal’s first democratically elected prime minister, has strongly condemned the ongoing violence in the country.
Born in Nepal, Koirala took to social media to share a stark image from the protests, a blood-soaked shoe lying on the street, capturing the grim reality on the ground.
Calling it a "black day", the veteran actor criticised the violent clashes between protesters and police. She also urged the media to highlight the true cause of the movement, clarifying that the protests were aimed at fighting corruption, not against any ban on social media platforms, as some reports have suggested.
"Today is a black day for Nepal when bullets respond to the voice of the people, outrage against corruption and demand for justice," she wrote on Instagram.
The protests began on September 8, 2025, in Kathmandu and other major cities, including Pokhara, Butwal, and Birgunj, after the government imposed a ban on major social media platforms, citing tax revenue and cybersecurity concerns.
The protests, largely driven by Nepal’s youth, have gained momentum in recent days over issues ranging from unemployment to political dissatisfaction. Clashes with law enforcement have led to heightened tensions and travel advisories from several organisations.
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