Allu Arjun Removes Independence Day Post Missing Ashoka Chakra Amid Online Criticism
Actor Allu Arjun deleted an Independence Day post after netizens noticed the Indian flag in the artwork lacked the Ashoka Chakra. The post also featured his name and logo over an illustration of the Red Fort, which drew criticism online. Some users attributed the omission to a design error by his team, while others questioned the use of national symbols. Allu Arjun has not publicly responded. Meanwhile, he continues filming his upcoming movie Raaka directed by Atlee.
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 negative (33/100). Lens Score 30/100.
Outlets measured: hindustantimes, indiatoday. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (28–38/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indiatoday broke this story on 17 Aug, 06:44 am. Other outlets followed.