• Thu, December 12, 2024

by: THE WEEK

'Bharat users' driving the short video boom

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by: Teen Vogue

Selena Gomez & Benny Blanco Are Engaged!

After months of speculation, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco announced their engagement on December 11, 2024, via Instagram. "Forever begins now," Gomez wrote on her main Instagram grid, showing off a picture of her marquise diamond ring with a simple manicure.

by: Oneindia

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Paris Hilton, Nicole Richie's parents admit they were 'wrong' to warn daughters against 'The Simple Life'

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by: India.com

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by: Variety

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by: Couriermail

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by: USA Today

Taylor Swift reacts to Selena Gomez's engagement announcement with funny comment

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by: briefly

Sello Maake kaNcube Finally Responds After His Estranged Wife Allegedly Disclosed His HIV Status

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by: pinkvilla

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by: Seattle Times

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by: The New York Times

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by: HuffPost

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by: Advanced Television

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by: KHOU 11

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by: Sky Sports

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by: Entertainment Weekly

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by: Newsweek

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by: briefly

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by: ITV

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by: Tuko

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco announce engagement on IG

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

How top Hong Kong KOL Jacky Heung famous in drag generates US$7 million in sales in 2 days

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by: MSN

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'Bharat users' driving the short video boom

Short video content is the fastest-growing segment in entertainment. An analysis by Redseer revealed that small-town users are the biggest consumers of short videos
The article from The Week discusses the surge in popularity of short video content in India, driven by the Bharat audience, which refers to the vast, diverse, and often rural population of the country. This trend is fueled by increased smartphone penetration, affordable data plans, and platforms like YouTube, Instagram Reels, and local apps like Moj and Josh. These platforms have become a medium for entertainment, education, and even income generation for many. The content ranges from dance and music to comedy, DIY tutorials, and regional storytelling, reflecting India's rich cultural diversity. The article highlights how creators from smaller towns and villages are gaining fame and how this democratization of content creation is reshaping the entertainment landscape in India, with brands also tapping into this market for advertising.

Read the Full The Week Article at:
https://www.theweek.in/news/entertainment/2024/12/12/bharat-users-driving-the-short-video-boom.html