Budgam, Apr 27 (KNO): In a heart-warming turn of events, a young teenager hailing from Chewdara area of Beerwah in Central Kashmir's Budgam district has become an internet sensation overnight, winning the hearts of his viewers with his innocent vlogging.
Moomin Ahmad Wani, who emerges by the name "moominvlogs.01" on Instagram, won the hearts of millions of his fans with his realistic style of vlogging—that is free of any filters or pretension.
As per the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), Moomin started sharing his videos on a social media platform just a week ago, and his authenticity struck a chord with audiences.
Tawseef Nazir, Moomin's cousin, shared with KNO that he had given Moomin his old phone with a broken display. Despite the device's condition, Moomin got it repaired and promptly began sharing his vlogs.
His first video, a 1 minute 27 second house tour, captivated audiences with its genuine portrayal of his surroundings, earning widespread praise and admiration.
“We were shocked to learn that Moomin's video had become viral," said Tawseef Nazir. “The overwhelming response from people encouraged us to support him further and urged him to continue."
Reflecting on his unexpected rise to fame, Moomin, a 9th-grade student, confessed, "I never imagined I would delve into vlogging, let alone receive such immense love and support from people."
Despite possessing a modest smartphone, Moomin emphasized the importance of dedication and simplicity in his content, pledging to stay true to his roots amidst his newfound popularity.
In just a week, Moomin's Instagram following has surged to 18k, with his videos amassing over 2 million views—a testament to the genuine connection he has forged with his audience—(KNO)