Abdul Salam Maftoon, an aspiring folk singer from Afghanistan’s Badakhshan province, who boasts thick curly hair and strong eyebrows, was dubbed “Salam Trudeau” or the “Afghan Trudeau” thanks to a striking resemblance to Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
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Pictures and videos of the Afghan Star contestant’s performance on the show have been making rounds on social media, with netizens being extremely excited at the discovery:
Yet, it remains unclear if the two have any other similarities to share: for instance, dressing up as Clark Kent, aka Superman for Halloween, or having a thing for flashy socks and shirtless hiking.