Haryana Influencer Faces Backlash for Smashing Mahindra Thar Window in Viral Reel
A Haryana-based social media influencer faced criticism after a viral video showed him smashing the window of a red Mahindra Thar with a brick as part of a staged reel. The clip, viewed millions of times, depicts the man throwing the brick, then posing while women nearby applaud. The stunt sparked backlash on social media, with users questioning its purpose and criticizing the risky behavior. The influencer's account features similar vehicle-related stunts.
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 (42/100). Lens Score 31/100.
Outlets measured: timesnow, indiatoday. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (38–45/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indiatoday broke this story on 28 Jul, 06:43 am. Other outlets followed.
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