Vir Das Denies Claims of Injury During Kangana Ranaut's Revolver Rani Kissing Scene
An old claim resurfaced that Kangana Ranaut injured Vir Das during a kissing scene in their 2014 film Revolver Rani, alleging she continued after the director called 'cut.' Vir Das has denied this, calling the story 'pure fiction' and praising Kangana's professionalism. Kangana also dismissed similar rumors in 2023 with humor. The claim originated from journalist Simi Chandok's podcast remarks but remains unverified, with neither actor confirming the incident.
First-hand measurement across 5 sources
We measured how 5 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 5%, Centre 91%, Right 4%). Overall sentiment is neutral (56/100). Lens Score 38/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- english— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- hindustantimes— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- indiatoday— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- indiatvnews— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- english— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
AI Analysis
The article group includes perspectives from entertainment journalists and statements from the actors involved, with Kangana Ranaut also noted as a BJP MP. Coverage focuses on the dispute over the kissing scene without political framing, though Kangana's political identity is mentioned. The sources present the claim and denial without partisan commentary, reflecting a primarily entertainment and celebrity news angle.
The overall tone across the articles is neutral to mildly defensive, centered on clarifying and refuting the injury claim. Vir Das's responses emphasize professionalism and dismiss the allegations as slander, while Kangana's earlier humorous replies downplay the rumors. The sentiment is balanced, avoiding sensationalism, and focuses on addressing the controversy calmly.
How 5 sources covered this story
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