The Rise of Facebook Influencers: A Meaningless Trend or a Social Media Trap?
In recent days, a noticeable trend has emerged on Facebook—an increasing number of people, both men and women, are trying to become social media influencers. Initially, it was mostly housewives engaging in live sessions and content creation, but now, even men, including those with stable jobs and educational backgrounds, have started participating in this trend. While there is nothing inherently wrong with individuals expressing themselves online, the way many have chosen to do so is rather strange. From going live without any particular reason to asking people to comment and interact, these influencers have turned Facebook into a stage for aimless engagement. Some have made it a routine to greet their followers multiple times a day—morning, noon, evening, and night—while others have adopted random taglines, performed lip-syncing videos, or even danced, often without any real skill or purpose. While this might be entertaining for some, for many others, it has become a source of irr...