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BMC Elections 2026 fever is at its peak and our Instagram feeds are flooded with these viral AI-generated gems that are too good to miss!
At times when society feels more politically polarised than ever, satire and light-hearted humour serve as a brilliant reminder that shared laughter unites us way more than differences divide us. Amid elaborate campaigns, tall election promises and high-stakes coalitions for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections set for January 15, 2026, Mumbaikars are pleasantly surprised by the entry of some totally unexpected candidates in their city’s civic battleground. The superheroes and supervillains from the Marvel universe, brought to life through AI, are 'contesting’ these elections on Instagram, but mind you, they're satirically tackling the city’s real issues head-on! Keeping Reels rooted in harmless fun, the Avengers are humorously underlining Mumbai's real civic headaches like potholes, corruption, flooding and infrastructure, offering a genuine dose of satire that makes us laugh at our woes!
In a series of viral videos, Thanos, dressed in a white kurta-pajama is seen contesting on a Congress ticket, Hulk is ferociously campaigning for the Shiv Sena-BJP alliance, while a suited-bootedIron Man is taking care of the proceedings for the BJP. These AI-generated videos have turned-out to be all the rage among young social media users, especially Gen-Zs, who are sharing and remixing them in great numbers.
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Thanos, the universe-balancing supervillain, sporting a crisp muffler and black formals, is shown announcing his candidature, in a dramatic fashion! In a venue that looks like an exact replica of the Congress party office, Thanos is shown holding a press conference, confidently with his deep voice and an impressive command over the Marathi language. The core issue in his election manifesto is creating a corruption-free Mumbai and honestly, if Thanos could be this aware of the city’s real problems, Mumbai's real candidates better step up their game tomorrow!
We're completely in awe of how these AI Reels are capturing the exact political drama playing out across parties. They hilariously showcase the heartbreaking journey of the loyal party worker - someone who's slogged for years on the ground, weathered storms, served at rallies, and endless meetings, only to watch the party ticket go to a ‘parachute’ candidate with deeper pockets or better connections in the nick of time! Hulk or Hulku Dada's story is something every faithful karyakarta can relate to. The green-giant, despite his years of unwavering commitment to his political master was denied his shot despite all the hard work. He breaks down in tears, and cries in a childlike innocent voice - "I wanted a Fortuner car... I wanted to be a corporator!" Brilliantly roasting the real frustrations of grassroots workers who feel sidelined. Then comes the classic twist we see every election - parties poaching talent from rivals. And suddenly, we see Hulku Bhau get showered with support from the BJP and Shiv Sena’s alliance, as he jumps at the chance without a second thought, ready to smash through the competition! What makes these Hulku Bhau Reels memorable is how it mirrors the messy and human side of Indian politics, effortless showcasing loyalty, betrayal and the tricky game of thrones!
And last but not the least, we have Iron Man (Tony Stark), who is throwing his weight behind the BJP. Suited up in his high-tech armour, the tech-billionaire’s fancy election campaign cleverly pokes fun at freebies and subsidies culture of Indian electoral politics. He promises smart cities, subsidies for senior citizens travelling to Asgad, (a fun metaphor for discounted pilgrimage) and free treatment for all at Doctor Strange hospitals. Mr. Stark clearly plans on using his wealth to full advantage as he also dropped a promise that could be a decisive factor in winning the elections - Free PS 5, loaded with GTA 6 for guys and Dyson Airwraps for the ladies!
AI should be banned
— Kreately.in (@KreatelyMedia) January 7, 2026
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The best thing about these AI-generated Avengers Reels is that they refrain from abusive attacks or unkind jibes and entirely focus on stereotypes and relatable issues like potholes, flooding and corruption. In an intense election season packed with serious manifestos and door-to-door battles, they offer Mumbaikars a chance to chuckle at the absurdity of it all!
What do you think of this trend? Tell us in the comments below!
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