Bhumi Pednekar and Orry's Viral Pose Sparks Unverified Rs 25 Lakh Good Luck Claim
Bhumi Pednekar and internet personality Orry, known for his signature hand-on-chest pose with celebrities, were photographed together at an event linked to Netflix's 'The Royals'. The images sparked online debate and revived an unverified claim that Orry charges Rs 25 lakh for a touch believed to bring good luck. While Orry has acknowledged charging for appearances, no credible evidence confirms such a payment or that the gesture was intended to influence the series' success. The pose has been a subject of public curiosity and discussion.
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 29/100.
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 (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
ndtv broke this story on 29 Oct, 09:35 am. Other outlets followed.
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