Indian sports journalist Sushant Mehta is under fire as a social media trend called “Boycott Sushant Mehta” gains momentum. The controversy arose after an old video of him making anti-Islamic comments surfaced on a platform called X.
Indian sports journalist Sushant Mehta is facing a boycott call on Twitter after an old video of him making anti-Islamic comments on his show went viral. The social media trend, tagged as “Boycott Sushant Mehta,” gained traction on Monday.
In the video, Mehta is seen allegedly making remarks about Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) in response to an old stand-up comedy act by Indian comedian Munawar Faruqui, where Faruqui discussed Hindu gods.
S Mehta is known for hosting a show on his YouTube channel called Sports Yaari. It focuses on discussing the selection and performance of the Indian cricket team and has over 100,000 followers on social media. Mehta, who co-hosts the show with two to three others. He is also known for his passionate reviews of the Indian national team’s performance, often expressing anger and outbursts.
The controversial video has led to widespread criticism on social media. Many users, including fellow journalists, asserted that it exposed the “real face” of Mehta. The hashtag “Boycott Sushant Mehta” is now trending on various platforms. It reflects a wave of public sentiment against the sports journalist.
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Who Is The Journalist?
Sushant Mehta was born in Mumbai and celebrating his birthday on February 4th every year. He also serves as an editor for cricket players and is the CEO of Sports Yaari. With a significant following on platforms like Instagram and Twitter. Mehta has transitioned to digital platforms, recognizing the shift in audience preferences.
Despite his substantial social media following, the severe backlash against Mehta has impacted both his reputation and the popularity of his YouTube channel. Many social media users, including journalists, have expressed disapproval of Mehta’s comments. It is contributing to the intensification of the “Boycott Sushant Mehta” trend. The controversy continues to unfold, raising questions about the future of Mehta’s media presence.
So whether it’s a jab over Hinduism or Sushant calls back on Islam in such a derogatory and demeaning way. Both acts are insensitive and unnecessary. People of all religions should take care of all religions or such incidents will happen at a continuous pace in the future as well.