On his upcoming Australia tour, viral internet sensation Hasbulla will not be taking pictures with female fans due to cultural beliefs.
Hasbulla will not be taking photos with female fans on his upcoming Australia tour owing to cultural beliefs.
A statement accompanying the announcement of his tour noted that due to his ‘personal and cultural beliefs’, the viral internet sensation could not take photos with female fans.
Tour organisers The Hour Group added: “To our female guests, if you would like to attend [the tour’s official] meet and greet with Hasbulla, you are welcome to do so, but please acknowledge the limitations of photography.”
“We understand the disappointment this creates. However, we respectfully acknowledge the cultural and personal beliefs of Hasbulla and have to accommodate his requests accordingly.” the statement read.
The viral Tiktok star is scheduled to make appearances in Sydney on August 29th and 30th and in Melbourne on August 31st and September 1st.
In an additional statement, the star expressed his excitement about visiting Australia and meeting his fans.
“I am very excited to be heading to Australia, I can’t wait to see all my Aussie fans and visit these amazing cities. I’ve heard so many great things about Australia. I’m looking forward to all the great experiences your country has to offer.” he told his Australian fans.
The 19-year-old – who has dwarfism and is noted for his childlike appearance and babyface – went viral on Tiktok during the pandemic after posting videos of himself playing pranks and doing stunts.
“Life, on the one hand, has become better, and on the other, it has become more complex,” he spoke of his fame in The Sydney Morning Herald in an interview.
“I think people can see I’ve worked hard to create a life for myself that I’m proud of, and I’m very grateful for my fans, and I support them too.” he said.
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