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Mukesh Khanna Responds to Criticism Over Samay Raina Advertisement Appearance

Analysed 1 Sept 2026·2 sources analysed·India·Entertainment
Mukesh Khanna Responds to Criticism Over Samay Raina Advertisement AppearancePreviousNext

Actor Mukesh Khanna addressed criticism after appearing in a mobile phone advertisement with comedian Samay Raina, despite previously opposing Raina's show, India's Got Latent. Khanna clarified that the ad was not a collaboration with Raina or the show and emphasized he has not changed his stance against it. He dismissed claims of compromising his principles, stating "Shaktimaan nahi bik sakta." Khanna also praised Raina's personality while reaffirming his opposition to roasting-style programs.

Sentiment
55%
TBN's observations

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 (55/100). Lens Score 28/100.

Outlets measured: ndtv, freepressjournal. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.

AI analysis of 2 sources · Published under editorial oversight by The Balanced News
Analysed 1 Sept 2026· How this analysis is produced· Editorial standards· Corrections

AI Analysis

Sentiment — Neutral (55/100)

Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–55/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.

Coverage timeline

freepressjournal broke this story on 1 Sept, 05:06 am. Other outlets followed.

1 Sept, 05:06 am2 sources · 6 h1 Sept, 11:09 am
AI analysis by the TBN Bias Engine · beat methodology byAniket Awate· Culture & Digital Media Writer· editorial standards byOjas Kale
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freepressjournal1 Sept, 05:06 am
Mukesh Khanna Hits Back At Criticism Over Samay Raina Ad, Says He Is Still Against India's Got Latent: 'Shaktimaan Bik Nahi Sakta'
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    ndtv1 Sept, 11:09 am
    "Shaktimaan i Bik Nahi Sakta i ": Mukesh Khanna Hits Back At Critics Over Samay Raina Ad
  • Story context

    Category
    Entertainment
    Location
    India
    Sources analysed
    2
    Last analysed
    1 Sept 2026
    Key entities
    Samay RainaMukesh KhannaIndiaShaktimaanComedianSupreme Court of IndiaNew DelhiPodcastHindi cinemaFirst information reportNDTVWeb series