Singer and 2005 'Fame Gurukul' winner Qazi Touqeer, 40, has experienced a major revival in popularity following his recent stint on the reality show Bigg Boss.
His portraits have appeared on street walls in Srinagar, while his rendition of popular songs has been integrated into local wedding performances across the valley.
Fans and local business owners attribute his renewed acclaim to his authentic representation of Kashmiri culture and resilience.