Sonam Khan Denies Affair Rumour Regarding Tridev Song 'Oye Oye' Casting
Sonam Khan addressed a decades-old rumour that she secured the song "Oye Oye" in the 1989 film Tridev due to an affair with director Rajiv Rai. She clarified that both were in separate relationships during filming and that Rai initially did not want her in the film, almost casting another actress. Khan stated the song came to her without special favouritism and that she and Rai began dating only after the film's release.
First-hand measurement across 4 sources
We measured how 4 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is neutral (63/100). Lens Score 37/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- news18— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- indianexpress— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- hindustantimes— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- theassamtribune— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
AI Analysis
The article group presents a straightforward entertainment industry narrative without political framing. The sources focus on clarifying personal and professional aspects of Sonam Khan's career and relationship with Rajiv Rai, reflecting perspectives from the actress herself. There is no evident political bias, as the coverage centers on dispelling longstanding rumours rather than engaging in political discourse.
The overall tone across the articles is neutral to mildly positive, emphasizing clarification and correction of misinformation. Sonam Khan's statements are presented factually, with no sensationalism or negative language. The sentiment reflects a desire to set the record straight, maintaining a respectful and calm narrative about past events.
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