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Mahadev and Sons Faces Backlash Over Domestic Abuse Scene on Colors TV

Analysed 16 Jun 2026·5 sources analysed·Philippines·Entertainment
Mahadev and Sons Faces Backlash Over Domestic Abuse Scene on Colors TVPreviousNext

The television show Mahadev and Sons, airing on Colors TV, has sparked widespread backlash for a recent episode depicting the male lead, Dheeraj, physically abusing Rajji, including slapping, pushing, and burning her hand with a hot iron. Viewers criticized the show for allegedly romanticizing domestic violence and promoting toxic relationships, raising concerns about its impact on audiences. The controversy follows previous disputes involving the show’s production, with social media users and critics calling for more responsible portrayals of abuse.

TBN's observations

First-hand measurement across 5 sources

We measured how 5 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 4%, Centre 94%, Right 2%). Overall sentiment is negative (26/100). Lens Score 28/100 — low public interest.

Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):

  • timesnow— balanced framing, negative sentiment
  • indiatoday— balanced framing, negative sentiment
  • ndtv— balanced framing, negative sentiment
  • hindustantimes— balanced framing, negative sentiment
  • freepressjournal— balanced framing, negative sentiment
Political Bias
4%94%2%
Sentiment
26%
AI analysis of 5 sources · Published under editorial oversight by The Balanced News
Analysed 16 Jun 2026· How this analysis is produced· Editorial standards· Corrections

AI Analysis

Political bias across 5 sources
● Left 4%● Center 94%● Right 2%

The article group primarily reflects social and cultural perspectives focusing on media responsibility and gender issues, without explicit political framing. Sources emphasize viewer reactions and concerns about domestic violence portrayal, representing public and activist viewpoints. There is no evident partisan bias; coverage centers on societal norms and ethical considerations in television content.

Sentiment — Negative (26/100)

The overall sentiment across the articles is negative, highlighting public outrage and criticism of the show’s depiction of domestic abuse. The tone conveys concern and disapproval regarding the normalization and romanticization of violence, with calls for accountability from the show's creators and broadcasters. While factual, the coverage underscores the disturbing nature of the scenes and their perceived harmful impact.

How 5 sources covered this story

Reviewed byAniket Awate· Culture & Digital Media Writer· Edited byOjas Kale
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Each source's own headline, political lean, and sentiment — so you can see framing differences at a glance.

SourceTheir headlineBiasSentiment
timesnowMahadev And Sons Trolled For Romanticising Domestic Abuse In Aasim Khan-Garvita Sadhwani's Bizarre SceneCenterNegative
indiatodayMahadev and Sons faces backlash for romanticising domestic abuse in disturbing sceneCenterNegative
ndtvTV Show i Mahadev Sons i Faces Backlash Over Controversial Scene: 'Domestic Abuse Is Not A Joke'Center

Coverage timeline

freepressjournal broke this story on 16 Jun, 10:25 am. Other outlets followed.

  1. 1
    freepressjournal16 Jun, 10:25 am
    'Showing Domestic Violence Calling It Romance': Mahadev And Sons Faces Backlash Over Dheeraj-Rajji 'Abuse' Scene, Viewers Call It 'Toxic'
  2. 2
    hindustantimes16 Jun, 12:47 pm
    Internet outraged by television show Mahadev and Sons for romanticising domestic abuse: 'This is disgusting'
  3. 3
    ndtv16 Jun, 02:21 pm
    TV Show i Mahadev Sons i Faces Backlash Over Controversial Scene: 'Domestic Abuse Is Not A Joke'
  4. 4
    indiatoday16 Jun, 03:51 pm
    Mahadev and Sons faces backlash for romanticising domestic abuse in disturbing scene

Lens Score breakdown

28/100
Public interest0/100
Coverage gap100%

Well-covered story — coverage matches public importance.

Story context

Category
Entertainment
Location
Philippines
Sources analysed
5
Last analysed
16 Jun 2026
Key entities
Domestic violenceShivaSocial mediaShakti AnandSneha WaghColors TVRomance filmViral videoManasi SalviHellTelevision showInternet
Negative
hindustantimesInternet outraged by television show Mahadev and Sons for romanticising domestic abuse: 'This is disgusting'CenterNegative
freepressjournal'Showing Domestic Violence Calling It Romance': Mahadev And Sons Faces Backlash Over Dheeraj-Rajji 'Abuse' Scene, Viewers Call It 'Toxic'CenterNegative
5
timesnow16 Jun, 05:02 pm
Mahadev And Sons Trolled For Romanticising Domestic Abuse In Aasim Khan-Garvita Sadhwani's Bizarre Scene
Mahadev and Sons Faces Backlash Over Domestic Abuse Scene on Colors TV