Kriti Sanon Addresses Bikini Scene, Raksha Bandhan Ad Backlash, and Relationship Views
Kriti Sanon discussed her evolving comfort with body image, notably doing her first on-screen bikini scene in Cocktail 2 after 12 years in the industry. She addressed mixed reviews of the film, emphasizing art's subjective nature. Kriti also opened up about the backlash over her Raksha Bandhan ad outfit, which sparked a national debate and online trolling targeting her and her family. She criticized moral policing and called for respect and privacy, highlighting the broader issue of scrutiny faced by women. Additionally, she shared her traditional views on relationships during the NDTV World Summit 2026.
First-hand measurement across 12 sources
We measured how 12 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (60/100). Lens Score 29/100.
Outlets measured: ndtv, hindustantimes, timesnow, ndtv, news18, freepressjournal, ndtv, httpswwwoutlookindiacom, and 4 more. 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
ndtv broke this story on 23 Oct, 05:13 pm. Other outlets followed.