Who is Younes Zarou? The illusionist who was arrested from Church Street in Bengaluru
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However, this influence also brings challenges, especially when public safety and crowd control come into play. Recently, a well-known social media star faced just such a situation during a visit to India, highlighting how digital fame changes into real-world impact.
What exactly happened?
German influencer Younes Zarou was briefly detained by Bengaluru police on Wednesday evening after drawing a large crowd on Church Street, a popular area known for its lively atmosphere.
The police intervened due to safety concerns and the lack of prior permission for a public gathering. Zarou was later released, and he took to Instagram to assure his followers that he was safe and to thank senior police officers for their support.
The incident occurred when Zarou arrived at Church Street without prior approval for the gathering. Before visiting, he had posted on Instagram, 'Church Street, we are coming,' which led to a swelling crowd of fans eager to see him.
However, due to the high footfall and safety risks, the Cubbon Park police stepped in and escorted him away from the area.
Later in an Instagram message, Zarou wrote, 'I am survived and I am fine. Bengaluru is not for beginners. Thanks to the police chief, without him I think I would be somewhere else now,' according to his social media update.
Who is Younes Zarou?
Younes Zarou, born on January 2, 1998, in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, is a renowned illusion artist and social media creator.
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Growing up in Flörsheim am Main with his family, Zarou's background is Moroccan, though he is sometimes mistakenly thought to be Indian. His mother worked as a nurse, and his father owned a vehicle repair shop. He pursued business informatics at the Provadis School of International Management and Technology.
Zarou's rise to fame began in 2019 when he started posting illusion-style videos on TikTok. His unique content quickly gained popularity, and he now has nearly 57 million TikTok followers, making him one of Germany's top creators.
On Instagram, he has over 21 million followers, while his YouTube channel, launched in May 2021, has grown significantly to 22.4 million subscribers as of 2025.
His YouTube videos show the creative process behind his illusions and behind-the-scenes clips. One of his most popular videos, 'Do not waste resources,' uploaded in October 2022, has amassed 659 million views and over 22 million likes, demonstrating his broad appeal.
According to reports from Sportskeeda, Zarou is married and has a daughter, though he keeps his family life private. Occasionally, his daughter appears in his TikTok videos, giving fans a rare glimpse into his personal world.
Another such incident happened at a high-profile event when British singer Ed Sheeran was stopped from performing on Church Street due to similar crowd control concerns.
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