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Mahadev And Sons Faces Backlash Over Domestic Abuse Scenes on Colors TV

Analysed 16 Jun 2026·2 sources analysed·Philippines·Entertainment
Mahadev And Sons Faces Backlash Over Domestic Abuse Scenes on Colors TVPreviousNext

The Colors TV show Mahadev And Sons has faced widespread criticism for depicting scenes where the male lead physically abuses the female character, including slapping, pushing, and burning her hand. Viewers and social media users have condemned the show for romanticizing domestic violence and promoting toxic relationships. The controversy has sparked debates about responsible portrayal of abuse on television, with calls for the makers to reconsider such content given its potential impact on audiences.

TBN's observations

First-hand measurement across 2 sources

We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 10%, Centre 85%, Right 5%). Overall sentiment is negative (25/100). Lens Score 28/100 — low public interest.

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

  • hindustantimes— balanced framing, negative sentiment
  • freepressjournal— balanced framing, negative sentiment
Political Bias
10%85%5%
Sentiment
25%
AI analysis of 2 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 2 sources
● Left 10%● Center 85%● Right 5%

The articles primarily focus on social and cultural perspectives regarding domestic violence portrayal, reflecting concerns from viewers and critics without explicit political framing. The coverage centers on public reactions and ethical considerations in media representation, representing a societal viewpoint rather than partisan political positions.

Sentiment — Negative (25/100)

The overall tone across the articles is critical and negative toward the show's depiction of domestic abuse. Viewer outrage and condemnation dominate the narrative, emphasizing disapproval of the content and its potential harmful effects. The sentiment reflects concern and disappointment rather than neutral or positive coverage.

How 2 sources covered this story

Each source's own headline, political lean, and sentiment — so you can see framing differences at a glance.

Reviewed byAniket Awate· Culture & Digital Media Writer· Edited byOjas Kale
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SourceTheir headlineBiasSentiment
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

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'

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
2
Last analysed
16 Jun 2026
Key entities
ShivaDomestic violenceColors TVRomance filmViral videoSocial mediaTwitterAudience measurementBhojpuri languageMadhubalaFilm producerManasi Salvi