Giant dancing gorilla costumes become a viral wedding trend in Pakistan

A quirky new entertainment trend has taken hold in Pakistan, featuring performers dressed in oversized gorilla costumes dancing at weddings and celebrations. The craze was started by Lahore-based Shayen Zahoor after he received a gorilla costume in April. Videos of the performances quickly went viral on Instagram, racking up over a million views within two days. The overwhelming online response translated into a surge of event bookings across the country. The giant gorillas have since become a recognizable and popular fixture at Pakistani social gatherings.