Chetan Bhagat and Celebrities Join Viral 'Mere Mehboob Qayamat Hogi' Reel Trend
The viral Instagram reel trend featuring the song "Mere Mehboob Qayamat Hogi" has gained widespread popularity among celebrities. After Anupam Kher's original video with fellow actors went viral, author Chetan Bhagat joined the trend with his IIT Delhi friends, sharing a lighthearted dance video. While many appreciated Bhagat's playful participation, some online reactions were mixed. Other public figures like Ranveer Brar, Aparshakti Khurana, Angad Bedi, and Zakir Khan have also created their own versions of the trend.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (62/100). Lens Score 29/100.
Outlets measured: hindustantimes, freepressjournal. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
freepressjournal broke this story on 6 Aug, 08:12 am. Other outlets followed.