Members of Nepal’s Generation Z have taken to the streets on Monday morning to protest against corruption and government restrictions on social media. Their demonstration has drawn support from prominent artists and entertainers.

Actors Madan Krishna Shrestha and Hari Bansha Acharya publicly voiced their support on Facebook, backing the youth-led movement.

Acharya drew attention to the fragility of a recently paved road, questioning why public infrastructure funded by taxpayers fails so quickly. He wrote, “I wondered daily how this road could deteriorate so fast. I walked it daily but only thought about it. Today’s youth, however, do more than just think—they ask questions. Why did it collapse? How? Who is accountable? This is just one example of the issues this generation raises. The voice we hear today is not against the system itself, but against the actions of leaders and officials responsible for it.”

He urged leaders to improve their performance and pass responsibilities to the younger generation, noting that today’s youth expect more accountability.

Shrestha echoed the sentiment, writing, “I have seen the country through every era and experienced its struggles firsthand. Voices have been suppressed, nepotism and favouritism rampant, and the lust for power unchecked. Every day, thousands of youth are forced to leave for work abroad. Corruption has reached alarming levels, and even Mother Nepal seems to weep. Youth are the country’s future, and their dreams mirror Nepal’s. Years of stagnation have frustrated every citizen. This is today’s Gen Z speaking. Their voices must be heard. Corrupt officials must be held accountable, leaders who understand citizens’ needs, and the nation’s aspirations realised.”

Singer and actor Prakash Saput encouraged two brothers, Sunil and Sachin, to join the protests, noting on Thursday that he had sent them Rs25,000 each from YouTube earnings collected last month. He advised them to distribute the money for water, stay hydrated, remain disciplined, and not tire themselves by acting all at once.

Actor and director Nischal Basnet also expressed support via TikTok, criticising how political leaders ignore the people once in power and create rules that suppress citizens. He observed that this time, unlike past protests led by individuals, young people residing in Nepal are actively raising their voices for their future. He also appealed to the police to prevent any incidents during the protests.

Actor Keki Adhikari showed solidarity through a poetic post:

Nahos kunai chulha chisa

(Do not let any stove go cold)

Aago nilera uthnu

(Rise with passion and determination)

Pasina aafnai maato lai

(Your hard work strengthens your land and community)

Mutthi kasera uthnu

(Stand strong and united in struggle)

Actor Barsha Raut, though outside Kathmandu, expressed support and encouraged others to participate via TikTok. Actors Anmol KC, Pradeep Khadka, Bholaraj Sapkota, Barsha Shiwakoti, and singers Elina Chauhan, Rachana Rimal, and Samikshya Adhikari also expressed solidarity and urged participation in the movement. Other artists continue to publicly support the protests.