Internet reacts as Bilawal calls Modi ‘Temu version' of Netanyahu
Pakistan People's Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari called Indian Prime Minister the 'Temu version' of his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, and the internet is flooded with memes, praising Bilawal's wit and his ability to represent Pakistan at the biggest of forums.
Speaking at a press conference at the United Nations Headquarters in New York on Tuesday, Bilawal said, 'Mr Modi is sort of the Temu version of Netanyahu, so it's a poor copy, and we call the Indian government to not be inspired by the worst example possible.'
During a press conference at the United Nations headquarters on June 3, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari criticised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him a "Temu version of Netanyahu" and a "poor copy" of the Israeli leader. The remark was… pic.twitter.com/BNAsjvCrXz — The Express Tribune (@etribune) June 4, 2025
The comment — combining political criticism with a reference to the low-cost Chinese online retailer Temu — quickly went viral on social media platforms, particularly on X, where users flooded timelines with memes and commentary.
An absolutely appropriate description of Moodi and the delusional Indians. There is no limit to their Bollywood delusional psychosis. Absolute cheap stuff. — Sarmad Masud (@SarmadDr) June 4, 2025
Many social media users in Pakistan hailed Bilawal's remarks as sharp and effective, viewing them as a reflection of his ability to represent Pakistan at high-level international forums.
Another user called the comparison 'an appropriate description' of Modi and his supporters, accusing them of 'Bollywood-style delusional thinking.'
Bro went from butcher of Gujrat to temu version of netanyahu🤣🤣🤣😭😭😭
Bro drops bangers only on modi — Abdullah Usmani (@Abdulla81278368) June 4, 2025
One user posted, 'Bro went from 'butcher of Gujarat' to Temu version of Netanyahu… Bro drops bangers only on Modi,' referencing Bilawal's previous UN address in which he criticised Modi and called him the PM of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).
'Osama Bin Laden is dead but the butcher of Gujrat lives and he's the Prime Minister of India' — Bilawal Bhutto
WHAT A LINE, WHAT A LEGEND.
pic.twitter.com/KDbhxgH1PC
— miral (@kooslluver) May 11, 2025
Another user exhoed the same, wrote, 'Bilawal Bhutto roasted PM Narendra Modi at the world stage — first 'butcher of Gujarat', now a 'cheap copy of Netanyahu'.'
Bilawal Bhutto roasted pm narendar modi at world stage two time first butcher of Gujrat now cheap copy of netanyahu, temu version 😂😂 — Taimoor Baig (@TaimurPharm) June 4, 2025
Reactions also included pointed political commentary as a user posted, 'Seeing Indian Hindu Nazi extremists online support war, genocide, and occupation is disturbing. Backing violence and oppression isn't patriotism — it's complicity.'
Bilawal should always represent pakistan on foreign forums. He is a well-spoken man. The only thing i like about ppp. — Seemab Idrees (@seemab_idrees) June 4, 2025
Several users also took the opportunity to praise Bilawal's public speaking and diplomatic skills. 'Bilawal should always represent Pakistan on foreign forums. He is a well-spoken man — the only thing I like about PPP,' said one user.
WOWW temu poor copy well said Excellent evaluation — WitchDoctor Roots (@WitchDocto12587) June 4, 2025
Another user referred to him as 'the son of a brave woman,' alluding to his late mother and former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto.
Seeing Indian hindus nazi extreemists online support war, genocide, and occupation is disturbing. Backing violence and oppression isn't patriotism—it's complicity. Humanity must come before hate. Justice before nationalism. Always. pic.twitter.com/AIx8slZnKA — Aijaz Narejo (@AyjazNarej49243) June 4, 2025
The viral moment also spurred jokes aimed at Temu itself. One user commented, 'Temu is going to shut down all its business after being compared with Modi and Netanyahu,' while another quipped, 'Meanwhile, Temu: crying in the corner.'
Is this the way to address the PM? and they expect us for dialogue — Srinivas (@sreenislg) June 4, 2025
A few, however, also criticised the comparison. An Indian user, Srinivasan, remarked, 'Is this the way to address the PM? And they expect us to come for dialogue.'
While the remarks stirred humour and debate online, they also highlighted the continuing tensions in regional rhetoric between Pakistan and India, as well as the role social media plays in amplifying diplomatic discourse.
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