Nepali rapper to be sworn in as new prime ministerThe sharply dressed 35-year-old reformist Balendra Shah swept polls this month on a platform of youth-driven political change. (Photo: AFP)KATHMANDU - Nepal's rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah will be sworn in as the new prime minister on Friday, after issuing his victory message in a rap song, urging unity. He campaigned alongside RSP president, combative television host Rabi Lamichhane, 51, a former deputy prime minister and interior minister, a fellow lawmaker who retains a pivotal role in power. Shah will take the oath of office as the Himalayan republic's new prime minister later on Friday. 'Bright future'Shortly after his rap song was released, the outgoing interim prime minister bid farewell to the nation in a televised broadcast.

Source: Bangkok Post March 27, 2026 08:45 UTC