Apoorva calls out society’s bias against independent women

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Apoorva Mukhija

recently found herself at the center of controversy after a video from Samay Raina’s show India’s Got Latent went viral. In the now-deleted clip, Apoorva was seen abusing a contestant during a heated moment on the panel, which also featured

YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia

and Ashish Chanchlani. The backlash was swift, prompting Apoorva to wipe several posts off her Instagram page.
‘Selective hatred’ towards outspoken women, says Apoorva Mukhija
Speaking to Yuvaa in a recent interview, Apoorva addressed the situation for the first time, calling out what she sees as society’s bias against independent women. “I used to think it’s 2024—I didn’t believe gender inequality and pay parity were still real issues until I grew up,” she said.
She added that people are quick to assign labels to women who live freely. “They hate to see you happy, financially independent, with or without a partner,” she explained, revealing that she’s been rebelling since childhood, first against her father's rules and now against society.

‘If I abuse, it becomes an issue’
Drawing a comparison with male creators, Apoorva questioned the double standards at play. “Carryminati abuses and it is never an issue. But if I abuse, it becomes an issue,” she remarked.
She also reflected on the backlash that followed the viral clip, saying the contestant who provoked her with misogynistic comments was never held accountable. “No one even questioned him,” she said, expressing disappointment in how the narrative was shaped against her.
‘I’m not going anywhere’
Despite the controversy, Apoorva insists she’s not backing down. “I will always be the person who dreams big and never gives up. I have taken a little break, but I’m right there,” she affirmed.

She went on to describe how the ordeal has only made her more fearless. “Earlier, people made roast videos on me. Now journalists are roasting me—who would’ve thought? They called me an atankwadi on the news. I’m someone who’s scared to even burn crackers on Diwali.”

With the hate no longer affecting her, she said, “That little filter I had... that too has disappeared. Now, I don’t care.”