Pakistani Food Vendor Gains Fame as Donald Trump Look-Alike
In the bustling streets of Sahiwal, a district in Pakistan’s eastern Punjab province, a local food vendor, Saleem Bagga, has become a sensation due to his uncanny resemblance to the 47th US President-elect, Donald Trump. The 53-year-old, who sells traditional kheer (a sweet rice pudding), is captivating locals not only with his dessert but also with his Trump-like appearance and charismatic persona.
A Unique Local Celebrity
Saleem Bagga, affectionately known as the “Trump of Sahiwal,” attributes his distinctive blond quiff to albinism. Pushing his brightly colored wooden cart through the busy streets, he dresses in a black jacket and beige shalwar kameez to keep warm during the chilly winter season. Bagga further delights his customers by singing Punjabi songs as he serves his flavorful kheer, adding a unique charm to his stall.
One local resident, Mohammad Yaseen, humorously remarked, “We feel as if Trump has come here to sell kheer.” The growing crowds of admirers echo this sentiment, with many stopping to take selfies with Bagga and share their experiences on social media.
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Kheer, Selfies, and Viral Fame
The food vendor’s popularity has skyrocketed, with customers drawn to his warm personality and delicious pudding. Imran Ashraf, a local fan, shared, “His kheer is really delicious… we talk to him and take selfies with him. We tell our friends that we’ve met ‘Trump.’”
Despite the attention, Bagga remains humble, expressing gratitude for his newfound fame. “My face resembles Donald Trump, that’s why people take selfies with me. I feel very good,” he shared with a beaming smile.
An Invitation to the Real Trump
In a moment that has garnered widespread attention, Bagga extended an invitation to the US President-elect, Donald Trump, to visit Pakistan and try his kheer. “Donald Trump sahib, you have won the election, now visit here and eat my kheer—you will really enjoy it,” he said with enthusiasm.
Social Media Amplifies the Sensation
Bagga’s fame has been amplified by social media, where his striking resemblance to Trump and his endearing interactions with customers have captured the hearts of netizens. Videos and photos of the “Trump of Sahiwal” have gone viral, turning the humble vendor into a local icon.
As Bagga continues to charm locals with his singing and kheer-making, his story serves as a delightful reminder of how a unique resemblance and warm personality can bring joy to a community.
