Annu Kapoor Defends 'Dudhiya Badan' Remark Amid Backlash, Offers Apology if Hurt
Veteran actor Annu Kapoor defended his controversial "dudhiya badan" remark about actress Tamannaah Bhatia, rejecting claims of misogyny and objectification. He argued that Indians remain mentally influenced by British colonialism despite political independence in 1947. Kapoor stated he does not disrespect women and offered to apologise if Tamannaah felt hurt. He also noted that similar English phrases do not provoke controversy, highlighting cultural sensitivities around language use in India.
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 (41/100). Lens Score 31/100.
Outlets measured: news18, ndtv. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (32–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
ndtv broke this story on 23 Jul, 06:07 am. Other outlets followed.