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Smear Campaign, Another PR Trick?

When an influencer claimed he was offered Rs 5 lakh to malign an actor, it was shocking. But soon similar allegations surfaced with suspicious regularity making it seem like a strategic plan. Are actors amplifying online criticism to stay in the news?

12 Jan 2026 9:00 pm