Zohran Mamdani, the newly elected Mayor of New York City, has made headlines not only in global politics for his historic win but also in the Pakistani entertainment industry. Social media users are extensively debating the striking resemblance between his appearance and that of Pakistani singer and actor Junaid Khan, a comparison that has drawn an amusing reaction from Khan himself.
Born in Uganda, the 34-year-old Muslim Democratic candidate secured the mayoral position with overwhelming support from young voters. While Muslims worldwide celebrate his election, in Pakistan, his viral videos immediately prompted users to draw comparisons with Junaid Khan.
Social Media Frenzy:
The comments from social media users regarding this resemblance were widely entertaining. One user wrote that Mamdani “looks like a carbon copy of Junaid Khan,” while another joked that he “looks more Junaid Khan than Junaid Khan himself.” A third commenter likened him to the Junaid Khan from the band ‘Call,’ and another humorously described him as an “interesting blend” of Junaid Khan and Indian actor Pankaj Tripathi.
Junaid Khan’s Response:
Actor Junaid Khan did not overlook the fun comparison. He reposted one of the users’ comparisons on his Instagram account, adding a playful comment: “Hopefully, I will get VIP treatment the next time I visit New York City,” indicating he is taking the resemblance positively. This incident demonstrates the strong public interest in doppelgängers who bridge the worlds of culture, politics, and entertainment across international borders.
