Lula supporter tries to recreate famous Paulista photo in Ponta Grossa and goes viral
During CarnaLula, participant recreated the scene that became famous in a demonstration on Avenida Paulista, in São Paulo, and attracted attention on social media
A supporter of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) drew attention during the CarnaLula event, held in Ponta Grossa, when trying to reproduce a photograph that recently went viral on social networks during a political demonstration in Avenida Paulista, in São Paulo.
The scene was inspired by the record of a young man who became known as “Gostoso da Paulista”, after appearing without a shirt, wearing a mask and holding flags during an act in support of Lula’s reelection, held on Sunday, October 11.
In Ponta Grossa, the attempt to recreate the photograph ended up gaining repercussions on social networks.
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The original photograph was recorded during the March for Democracy, demonstration held at Avenida Paulista, in São Paulo, on October 11, 2026. At the time, thousands of people participated in the act in support of the re-election of President Lula. The mobilization brought together social movements, students, political organizations and fan groups of national and international artists.
Among the participants was Israel Augusto, who gained notoriety by appearing without a shirt, wearing a mask and sweatpants, while displaying flags in support of Lula, Palestine and the PCdoB. The young man climbed into structures near the demonstration and was photographed. The images quickly spread through social media, accompanied by humorous comments and memes.
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Nicknamed “Gostful of Paulista,” Israel began to receive thousands of new followers. The repercussions exceeded the Brazilian public and reached netizens from other countries, in addition to arousing comments from personalities such as the actress Luana Piovani.
