Swara Bhasker Responds to Backlash Over Padmaavat Jauhar Remarks
Swara Bhasker addressed the backlash over her comments on the jauhar scene in the film Padmaavat, describing the controversy as "constructed" and recurring since 2018. She clarified that her remarks reflected a personal perspective on the glorification of jauhar, not an insult to the women involved. Bhasker expressed frustration over misinterpretations and repeated online abuse, noting that media outlets have sometimes misrepresented her statements. She also mentioned that some trolls profit from targeting her online.
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 (50/100). Lens Score 33/100.
Outlets measured: ndtv, indianexpress. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indianexpress broke this story on 28 Sept, 03:02 am. Other outlets followed.