@nepalin24hr: Balen Shah has officially become the most followed Nepali personality on Facebook, surpassing veteran actress Rekha Thapa. As of Monday evening, Balen’s official page crossed over 3.46 million followers, placing him at the top among Nepali public figures on the platform. Rekha Thapa, who held the previous lead, now trails slightly behind in total follower count. The shift highlights Balen’s growing influence not only as a hip hop artist but also as a prominent political figure. Balen, whose full name is Balendra Shah, first gained nationwide fame through music before entering politics and later becoming Mayor of Kathmandu. His strong online presence continues to play a key role in connecting with supporters and the younger generation. Hashtags: #BalenShah #RekhaThapa #NepalNews #SocialMedia #FacebookUpdate Do follow @nepalinlast24hr

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Monday 02 February 2026 14:47:46 GMT