Mo has also incorporated his Indian heritage into videos
When it comes to YouTube in the UK, names like KSI and Zoella come to mind. But there are a number of popular British Asian YouTubers who produce high-quality content across a range of topics.
For most people, YouTube videos which are short and entertaining are the most popular.
This allows many people to check out videos during work breaks or when they are commuting.
The good thing about the video platform is that there is something for everyone, be it gaming, vlogging or reviews.
There are a number of British Asian YouTubers making waves, whether they have been on the platform for years or have just started.
With fresh perspectives and quality content, here are seven British Asian YouTubers to check out.
Mo Syed
Born in Manchester, Mo Syed’s venture into YouTube was not a conventional one.
He started as a video editor, editing videos for the likes of KSI and the Sidemen.
Mo joined YouTube in July 2020 and he has created an array of videos.
Many are with KSI, including Q&As and reaction videos. Mo has also incorporated his Indian heritage into videos, trying Indian snacks with other YouTubers.
Mo currently has over 619,000 subscribers and his most popular video is ‘KSI tries Indian Snacks’, amassing 6.2 million views.
In the video, Mo made KSI try laddoo, gulab jamun, Thums Up, among other things.
KSI tried every snack but his opinion of them was mixed. Nevertheless, his reactions and the banter between the pair had viewers in splits.
Despite only starting YouTube in 2020, Mo Syed has quickly become one of the UK’s top Asian YouTubers.
And given his association with KSI, his channel will only continue to grow.
Humza Arshad
Humza Arshad is an actor, comedian and writer, who is known for the web series Diary of a Bad Man and Badman.
Diary of a Bad Man revolves around video diaries of a young man with the “mentality of a seven-year-old”.
On YouTube, his videos have been viewed more than 100 million times, which makes him one of the most popular online comedians in the UK.
In addition to his web shows on YouTube, Humza posts life updates and vlogs on his channel.
One video featured him taking a 24-hour road trip to collect his new supercar.
Humza’s YouTube presence has provided a lot of opportunities.
This included a comedy tour in 2011 and working with the Met Police to give presentations to school students, discussing topics and issues encountered by teenagers living in London.
Humza has also created a Badman book series.
In 2021, he received an MBE for services to education.
Vikkstar123
Perhaps the best-known British Asian YouTuber, Vikkstar123 boasts over 12 million subscribers across his various channels.
Vikram Singh Barn was offered a place to study natural sciences at University College London but he declined the offer to pursue his YouTube career full-time.
He launched his YouTube channel in 2010, saying:
“I got involved thinking I might be able to do a little bit better than they were doing, and get involved and have some fun with it.
“I started recording myself playing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2.
“I started making tutorial videos that people could watch – some of them were for knives and how you could throw them across the map.
“I made videos showing places where you could throw a knife or tomahawk and get a kill.
“I thought it would be cool to show off these ridiculous kills.”
As his popularity grew, Vikkstar123 branched out into other games.
He is one of the founders of the Sidemen and is also an investor in the e-sports team London Royal Ravens.
Vikk did so in order to “build a blueprint” for the wider popularisation of the sport.
FG
One of the newer British Asian YouTubers, Faraaz Ghaffur joined the platform at the start of the Covid-19 lockdown in March 2020.
He is the son of Tarique Ghaffur CBE, former Assistant Commissioner of the Met Police.
Better known as ThisIsFG, Faraaz posts FIFA gameplay on YouTube and on Twitch.
Many of his videos are FIFA challenges and matches with other popular YouTubers.
Although he has only been on YouTube for a few years, it has led to opportunities, particularly with his beloved Manchester City.
He has been a presenter for the Premier League side on their social media channels, hosting lighthearted videos with some of the players.
Faraaz was recently invited to watch the Champions League final in Istanbul and got to witness Man City clinch the historic treble.
Afterwards, he was allowed on the pitch, celebrating with the likes of Kevin De Bruyne and Nathan Aké.
Despite his short time on YouTube, ThisIsFG has quickly risen in popularity and there is no doubt that his 68,000 subscriber count will grow.
Yammy
From Leeds, Yasmin Uddin (Yammy) has been on YouTube since 2011, amassing over 4 million subscribers.
In addition to her bright hair, Yammy is well known for her Gacha Life mini-movie reactions and gaming videos.
Yammy has had a number of Minecraft series.
One was named ‘Minecraft Eden’ where her goal was to end up with a really good garden.
Other single-player series include ‘Noah’s Ark Challenge’ and ‘Herobrine Challenge’.
But the most famous series on Yammy’s channel was the Sims 4 ‘100 Baby Challenge, which started in 2014 and ended in 2017 after more than 100 episodes.
Her baby count reached 100, which is one of the longest-running baby counts among other YouTubers who play The Sims.
With over 4 million subscribers, Yammy is among the top female YouTubers in the UK.
Mrwhosetheboss
Arun Rupesh Maini, better known as Mrwhosetheboss, is best known for his technology-related content.
He began uploading video game footage but when he was gifted his first smartphone at 14, Arun decided to make a video about it, which “a lot of people watched it, and the video did much better than I expected”.
From there, his attention was on creating smartphone videos, including reviews.
As his channel expanded, his videos started covering laptops, cars and even a vacuum cleaner.
Arun has 15.1 million subscribers and his most popular remains one from 2015, receiving over 25 million views.
In the video, he created a makeshift 3D hologram projector by crafting a pyramid composed of reflective material and placing it on a smartphone screen.
Arun has also posted videos of himself highlighting potential problems with technological devices.
In September 2022, he claimed that Samsung phones may have problems with swelling batteries after he found that all of his devices had experienced the issue.
Similar claims were corroborated by fellow tech YouTuber Marques Brownlee.
SuperSaf
Better known as SuperSaf, Safwan Ahmedmia has become renowned for his technology-based YouTube channel, which has 1.94 million subscribers.
On the platform, his primary focus was DSLR and mirrored cameras.
But he later moved into reviewing and comparing smartphones and other technology.
Videos include unboxings and his opinion on the best devices.
SuperSaf has regularly appeared on BBC Asian Network, covering tech news and providing advice.
He also hosts the podcast SuperSaf Speaks, which focuses on consumer electronics, social media and surrounding topics.
This has led to him being number 22 on The Sunday Times UK’s Top 100 Influencers List in 2019.
Away from YouTube, SuperSaf is heavily involved in charity campaigns.
These British Asian YouTubers have captivated audiences with their videos, whether it is gaming or lifestyle.
They are where they’re at today because of hard work and doing what they love.
For many, YouTube has provided wider opportunities, allowing them to expand their brand. So, check them out!