Turkish politician goes viral over his exceptionally thick mustache

Ankara. Orhan Avci, the newly appointed president of the Huda-Par party in the Karliova district of Bingol province, eastern Turkey, has gone viral worldwide—not for his political agenda, but for his mustache. Following his appointment, a photo released by the party alongside provincial president Sait Mucu triggered a wave of reactions on social media.

Avci's mustache is so thick and luxurious that it has completely diverted attention from his head and other facial features. Despite his goal of strengthening unity and solidarity in the Turkish-Kurdish region under the slogan 'New Word, New Voice,' Avci's political persona appears to be overshadowed by his mustache.

His mustache covers his mouth entirely, leading some to jokingly nickname him the 'Turkish Final Boss.' Social media users are making various satirical comments regarding his unique style.

One user jokingly asked, 'Is the pandemic not over yet? Why is he still wearing a mask?' Another user compared his hidden mouth to the classified files of American billionaire Jeffrey Epstein, writing, 'His mouth is more censored than the Epstein files.'

It remains to be seen whether this viral fame will prove to be a boon for Avci, who claims to be bringing new energy to the Bingol region, or if it will overshadow his serious political issues. For now, however, his impressive mustache has become the biggest topic of debate and entertainment in Turkish politics.