Indian Software Engineer Earns Rs 1 Lakh from Mehndi Side Hustle in US
Priyancka Jaiin, an Indian software engineer in the US, shares her experience as a part-time mehndi artist, charging around $100 (approximately Rs 9,500-10,000) per hour. She can earn up to Rs 1 lakh from a 10-hour bridal booking, with tips adding to her income. While mehndi is a passion and side business for her, Jaiin emphasizes that her primary income comes from her tech career. She also highlights the respect artists receive in the US compared to India, valuing this recognition beyond financial gains.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (75/100). Lens Score 30/100.
Outlets measured: hindustantimes, news18, moneycontrol. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
moneycontrol broke this story on 6 Sept, 08:01 am. Other outlets followed.