Prateik Smita Patil Honors Late Grandfather on Father's Day, Omits Mention of Raj Babbar
On Father's Day 2026, actor Prateik Smita Patil paid tribute to his late maternal grandfather, Shivajirao Patil, whom he credits as his father figure and guardian after his mother Smita Patil's death. In his Instagram post, Prateik expressed deep gratitude for his grandfather's guidance and legacy but did not mention his biological father, veteran actor Raj Babbar. This omission has drawn public attention amid ongoing speculation about Prateik's relationship with Raj Babbar, including past family tensions and name changes.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is neutral (47/100). Lens Score 36/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- news18— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- thestatesman— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- freepressjournal— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles primarily focus on personal family dynamics without explicit political framing. They present perspectives from Prateik's tribute and public reactions, including comments from family members, without endorsing any viewpoint. The coverage remains centered on the interpersonal aspects rather than political or ideological interpretations.
The tone across the articles is generally neutral to empathetic, highlighting Prateik's emotional tribute to his grandfather while noting the absence of mention of his father. The sentiment reflects a mix of respect for the grandfather's legacy and curiosity or concern about family relations, without overt criticism or praise.
How 3 sources covered this story
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