Medialization and Journalism vs Viralism

Photo: Abdur Rahman

Humanity is going through an enigmatic time right now, as it does at every turn.

In December 2023, from Bangladesh, I saw that many poets, painters, singers, authors, and filmmakers have already become digital content creators, either because of various trappings of capitalism or due to technological blessings. This medialization has made every attempt to commercialize any artistic efforts.

And contemporary journalists have gradually turned into viralists. In a nutshell, "journalism" in the present era is greatly influenced by "viralism." Has our media literacy or common sense evolved as tools like social media and smartphones have developed?