Hasbulla Magomedov is a name that has taken the internet by storm in 2021. The 18-year-old blogger from Makhachkala, Russia, has become a viral sensation on TikTok and Instagram, thanks to his hilarious videos of him pretending to fight children, riding motorcycles, and hanging out with celebrities. He has also been dubbed ‘Mini Khabib’, after the former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, who hails from the same region of Dagestan. But are they related? And why is Hasbulla so popular? Here’s everything you need to know about the ‘Mini Khabib’.
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Who is Hasbulla Magomedov?
Hasbulla Magomedov is a Russian social media personality and music producer who was born on July 7, 2002. He has dwarfism caused by a growth hormone deficiency and stands at 101 cm (3 ft 4 in) tall. He has a child-like appearance, voice, and mannerisms, which make him stand out from other bloggers. He started posting videos on TikTok just for fun, but soon gained a huge fan base when people recognized him on the streets. He now has over 6 million followers on TikTok and over 2 million followers on Instagram.
Why is he called ‘Mini Khabib’?
Hasbulla Magomedov earned his nickname ‘Mini Khabib’ after posting several videos of him mimicking the style and antics of Khabib Nurmagomedov, the retired UFC star who is widely regarded as one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time. Khabib Nurmagomedov is also from Dagestan, a republic in southern Russia that is known for its strong wrestling and fighting culture. Hasbulla Magomedov often wears a papakha, a traditional woolen hat worn by people from the Caucasus mountains, which is also a signature accessory of Khabib Nurmagomedov. He also imitates Khabib’s catchphrase “send me location”, which he used to challenge his rivals in the UFC.
No, Hasbulla Magomedov and Khabib Nurmagomedov are not related by blood. They share the same surname because it is common for people from Dagestan to have their clan name as their last name. Magomedov is one of the most widespread clan names in Dagestan, along with Nurmagomedov. However, Hasbulla and Khabib are close friends and have appeared in several TikTok videos together. Khabib has also posted a photo of Hasbulla on his Instagram account, calling him “our legend”. They have also had dinner together and taken photos with fans.
What is Hasbulla’s future plan?
Hasbulla Magomedov has become a global phenomenon in 2021, attracting attention from celebrities, athletes, and media outlets. He has been involved in a hyped-up fight with another social media star, Abdu Rozik, who also has dwarfism and hails from Tajikistan. The fight was supposed to take place in May 2021, but it was canceled due to legal and ethical issues. Hasbulla has also expressed his interest in meeting other famous personalities, such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Mike Tyson, and Conor McGregor. However, despite his fame and popularity, Hasbulla has said that he does not want to be a blogger for too long. He has revealed that his dream is to become a theologian one day.