Paing Takhon, who has millions of fans, took part in protests against a military coup.
One of Myanmar's most popular celebrities has been jailed for three years for taking part in mass protests that rocked Myanmar following a military coup last February.
His legal advisor Khin Maung Myint told AFP he had been sentenced to hard labour, adding that his family was considering whether to appeal.The 24-year-old had previously been seen participating in several demonstrations and marches. His Instagram account with more than a million followers was taken down shortly after his arrest, along with his Facebook account. However, his Instagram account appears to have been revived by a fan account.
Takhon is not the only celebrity that was arrested - a Myanmar beauty pageant winner who spoke out against the coup and a well-known comedian was also among those detained by authorities.
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