Swara Bhasker Reflects on 2019 Ayodhya Verdict and Messages Muslim Friends
Actor Swara Bhasker recalled feeling deeply upset and ashamed after the Supreme Court's 2019 Ayodhya verdict, which allowed the construction of a Ram temple on the disputed site. She said on The Midnight Hour podcast that she messaged Muslim friends, including Aamir Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Salman Khan, to express her disagreement and apology as a Hindu. Her comments sparked criticism on social media, with some users questioning her credibility and views.
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 neutral (45/100). Lens Score 37/100.
Outlets measured: hindustantimes, english. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (42–48/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
english broke this story on 17 Sept, 09:13 am. Other outlets followed.