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11 SourcesNew Delhi, India
thebalanced.newsAnnu Kapoor Responds to Backlash Over 'Milky Body' Remark on Tamannaah Bhatia
Veteran actor Annu Kapoor addressed the controversy over his 'dudhiya badan' (milky body) remark about Tamannaah Bhatia, made during praise for her performance in the song 'Aaj Ki Raat' from Stree 2. Kapoor explained the comment arose while reviewing songs for a show and was meant as appreciation, not desire. He noted the backlash was amplified due to the Hindi phrasing and said he would apologise and touch Tamannaah's feet if she felt hurt. Critics remain divided on the appropriateness of his words.
Political Bias
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Sentiment
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AI Analysis
Political bias across 11 sources
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The article group primarily presents Annu Kapoor's perspective defending his remark, emphasizing cultural and linguistic context. While most sources relay his explanation and willingness to apologise, some include critical viewpoints highlighting public discomfort and questioning the comment's appropriateness. The coverage balances Kapoor's intent with societal reactions without aligning with any political ideology.
Sentiment — Neutral (45/100)
The overall sentiment is mixed, combining Kapoor's conciliatory and explanatory tone with public criticism and skepticism. While Kapoor expresses openness to apologise and clarifies his intent as appreciative, several sources note ongoing public unease and debate over the remark's implications, resulting in a nuanced coverage that neither fully condemns nor endorses the comment.
How 11 sources covered this story
Each source's own headline, political lean, and sentiment — so you can see framing differences at a glance.
Coverage timeline
indianexpress broke this story on 24 Apr, 04:35 am. Other outlets followed.
- 1indianexpress24 Apr, 04:35 amAnnu Kapoor defends 'milky body' remark on Tamannaah Bhatia, says he's ready to touch her feet
- 2news1824 Apr, 05:57 amAnnu Kapoor Reacts To Backlash Over 'Milky Body' Remark On Tamannaah Bhatia: 'If You Felt Bad, I'll Touch...'
- 3freepressjournal24 Apr, 06:24 am'If She Felt Bad, I'll Touch Her Feet': Annu Kapoor Reacts To His 'Dudhiya Badan' Remark On Tamannaah Bhatia
- 4indiatoday24 Apr, 06:34 amAnnu Kapoor on 'milky body' remark on Tamannaah: I'll touch her feet if she's hurt
- 5ndtv24 Apr, 06:50 amAnnu Kapoor Defends Crass Comment On Tamannaah: ' i Dudhiya Badan i Was A Problem, Not Milky Body?'
- 6moneycontrol24 Apr, 07:41 amAnnu Kapoor reacts to Tamannaah Bhatia 'milky body' controversy: 'If you felt bad, I will touch your feet'- Moneycontrol.com
- 7timesnow24 Apr, 07:47 amAnnu Kapoor On Backlash Over 'Milky Body' Remark About Tamannaah Bhatia: Saying It In Hindi Became A Problem
- 8thestatesman24 Apr, 08:05 amAnnu Kapoor doubles down on 'dudhiya badan' remark for Tamannaah Bhatia, says 'I'll touch her feet'; internet not buying the drama
- 9thetelegraph24 Apr, 08:46 amAnnu Kapoor reacts to criticism over 'kya dudhiya badan hai' remark on Tamannaah Bhatia
- 10hindustantimes24 Apr, 09:31 amAnnu Kapoor clarifies 'dudhiya badan' remark on Tamannaah Bhatia, addresses backlash: 'I don't have lust'
Lens Score breakdown
35/100
Public interest25/100
Coverage gap90%
Story is receiving appropriate media attention relative to public interest.
Story context
- Category
- Entertainment
- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Sources analysed
- 11
- Last analysed
- 24 Apr 2026
- Key entities
- Annu KapoorTamannaah BhatiaHindiEnglish languageSiddharth (actor)Viral videoPankaj TripathiRajkummar RaoOm PuriPodcastYouTubeGod
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