Ashen Senaratne, a well-known YouTube creator and social media activist, is set to make his political debut by contesting in the upcoming parliamentary elections. Senaratne, who has gained a significant following online through his content and activism, will run for office in the Colombo district, representing the Gas Cylinder symbol.
This marks a bold move for the social media star, as he transitions from online platforms to the political arena. Senaratne’s decision to run for parliament signals a growing trend of influencers stepping into mainstream politics, leveraging their popularity and digital presence to gain support from a younger generation of voters.
In the last presidential election, Senaratne threw his support behind then-candidate Ranil Wickramasinghe, the current president of Sri Lanka. His past political endorsements have sparked curiosity about his policy positions and the campaign platform he will adopt in this new chapter of his career.
With the Gas Cylinder symbol as his electoral identity, Senaratne’s entry into the race has sparked conversations across both traditional and social media, with many wondering how his digital charisma will translate to the complexities of parliamentary politics.
Whether his online appeal will convert into electoral success remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: Ashen Senaratne is aiming to bring his unique voice and platform to the heart of Colombo’s political landscape.
Already Defeated and lossed credibility….. contesting with Criminals and Garbage