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Internet is not impressed with NRI character’s bad Hindi accent in Pluribus: ‘What is she even saying?’

Internet is not impressed with NRI character’s bad Hindi accent in Pluribus: ‘What is she even saying?’

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Published on: Dec 06, 2025 07:44 pm IST Menik Gooneratne features in Apple TV’s new sci-fi series Pluribus, where she plays Laxmi. Many on social media have reacted to her scene. Pluribus, the new show from Breaking Bad-creator Vince Gilligan, has been the toast of social media for the past few weeks. In the show, Sri Lankan-Australian actress and writer Menik Gooneratne plays the role of Laxmi. In the latest episode of the show, her Hindi accent during a tense moment has drawn a lot of reactions on social media. Many shared that the Hindi accent sounded off, while others said it is exactly the point because she has stayed away, and that is the reason it has become accentuated. Pluribus is created by Vince Gilligan. How internet reacted A user posted on Threads, “Massive Hollywood productions, but they can’t find one Indian actor who can speak in Hindi? What is she even saying?” In response, someone wrote, “Just saw this scene and yup, very powerful characterisation /setup ruined by the dialogue. Surely they could …

Deepika Padukone opens up on accent trolls, says it’s ‘strange’ she is now…

Deepika Padukone opens up on accent trolls, says it’s ‘strange’ she is now…

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Deepika Padukone opens up on accent trolls, says it’s ‘strange’ she is now… Deepika Padukone joins Meta AI with her own voice model, a milestone she finds surreal given how her accent was once mocked in the early days of her career. Read further to know her thoughts on how She says AI can transform filmmaking. Deepika Padukone, one of Bollywood’s most successful and influential actors, continues to break new ground. Known for her performances, iconic fashion moments, and strong voice for mental health awareness, the star recently surprised fans by revealing that she has officially lent her voice to Meta AI. Sharing a reel on Instagram, Deepika wrote: “I’m now part of Meta AI and you can chat with my voice… Okay, this is pretty cool, I think!” Her voice is now available to users across India, the US, UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Her Voice Was Once Mocked While fans celebrated this milestone, Deepika reflected on how far she has come. In a recent interview with CNBC-TV18, …

Deepika Padukone felt ‘bothered’ by the cliched idea of India in Hollywood: ‘Our accent, colour of my skin…’

Deepika Padukone felt ‘bothered’ by the cliched idea of India in Hollywood: ‘Our accent, colour of my skin…’

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Updated on: Nov 08, 2025 05:25 pm IST Deepika Padukone opened up about her experience in Hollywood and how she encountered a dated and clichéd image of India there. Deepika Padukone was already a leading name in the Indian film industry when she made her debut in Hollywood with XXX: Return of Xander Cage alongside Vin Diesel. The film was released in 2017. The actor spoke in her Indian accent in the film. In a conversation during the CNBC‘s Global Leadership Summit, Deepika opened up about going to Hollywood and noting how cliched the idea of India was in the West. Deepika Padukone played Serena Unger in xXx: Return Of Xander Cage, which marked her Hollywood debut. What Deepika shared During the conversation, Deepika said, “I was very clear about taking India to the world, but the India that I know. For example, moving to Hollywood and getting into that industry, or doing it in a way that has been expected of us or suits a global audience was something I never wanted to do, …

Deepika Padukone recalls being mocked for her voice and accent, now becoming voice of Meta AI: ‘I continue to own it’

Deepika Padukone recalls being mocked for her voice and accent, now becoming voice of Meta AI: ‘I continue to own it’

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Updated on: Nov 08, 2025 02:13 pm IST Deepika Padukone talked about her new role as the voice of Meta AI, across multiple countries. Deepika Padukone is one of the most recognisable faces in the industry, having established herself as a leading lady in Bollywood over the last decade. The actor stepped into the world of artificial intelligence, becoming the new voice of Meta AI across multiple countries. (Also read: Deepika Padukone shares if she pays a price for asking what she believes is fair: ‘Always fought my battles silently’) Deepika Padukone shared that she is excited about the new possibilities of AI. The actor talked about the collaboration at CNBC’s Global Leadership Summit, describing it as an exciting new venture while recalling how she was once ‘mocked’ for the same voice when she joined the film industry. What Deepika shared At the event, Deepika shared, “I am someone whose voice was sort of mocked when I came into the industry and now suddenly I am the voice of Meta AI- strange! And my accent, …

Deepika Padukone says she was offered cliched roles in Hollywood: ‘Whether it’s our accent or the colour of my skin…’ | Bollywood News

Deepika Padukone says she was offered cliched roles in Hollywood: ‘Whether it’s our accent or the colour of my skin…’ | Bollywood News

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Actor Deepika Padukone recently opened up about her journey in Hollywood. She shared that many people abroad still hold a dated perception of India, and during her time there, she made a conscious effort not to reinforce the stereotypes they associated with Indians. During a recent event hosted by CNBC TV18, Deepika was asked about her conscious efforts of bringing India to the global stage. “I would say it’s very deliberate. I was very clear about taking India to the world, but the India that I know. For example, getting into Hollywood and doing certain things which are expected of us or which suit a global audience was something I never wanted to do,” said Deepika. The actor made her debut in Hollywood with 2017’s XXX: Return of Xander Cage. Since then, Deepika has signed many international brands and is a constant presence on the global stage. Story continues below this ad ALSO READ: Coach humiliated after massive defeat to Pak inspired Shah Rukh Khan’s greatest movie; actor ‘ran away’ to England, was confident it will …

Selena Gomez Reacts to Criticism Over her Spanish Accent in Emilia Pérez: 'I’m Sorry I Did the Best…'

Selena Gomez Reacts to Criticism Over her Spanish Accent in Emilia Pérez: 'I’m Sorry I Did the Best…'

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Selena Gomez is keeping her head high despite the criticism of her Spanish role in Emilia Pérez. The Rare beauty mogul is opting to center on the experience and learning the role provided her instead of focusing on the backlash. Gomez found herself under attack after the movie's release, with some spectators and pundits judging her use of a Spanish accent and challenging her cultural legitimacy as a Mexican American. Mexican actor Eugenio Derbez called her performance "indefensible" on TikTok. Gomez herself replied on TikTok, both accepting the criticism but also pointing to the effort she had undertaken in her performance. She justified that although time limitations influenced her preparation, the effort and heart she devoted to the character were not lost. She commented, "I understand where you are coming from. I'm sorry I did the best I could with the time I was given. Doesn't take away from how much work and heart I put into this movie." In Emilia Pérez, Gomez played Jessi, an American bicultural musician who moves to Mexico to pursue …

Jason Isaacs Shocks White Lotus Fans With His Accent & Robe Scene: Here’s Why Everyone’s Talking

Jason Isaacs Shocks White Lotus Fans With His Accent & Robe Scene: Here’s Why Everyone’s Talking

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Jason Isaacs White Lotus ( Photo Credit – Wikimedia ) Jason Isaacs made waves in this season of The White Lotus, not just with his performance. The English actor, at the age of 61, became the center of social media whirlwinds for two very specific reasons – the surprising twang in his voice and the below-the-belt reveal that had viewers squinting at their screens. The Accent That Sparked The Debate While audiences debated whether his drawl was more Carolina than Texan, Isaacs cheekily stirred the pot by claiming his near-flawless accent was thanks to a prosthetic tongue. “This I think I can tell you: I was wearing a prosthetic tongue to do the accent,” he sarcastically said on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” Wednesday. “Durham, North Carolina, is hard to get your lips around.” The truth is, Isaacs based his dialect on Southern Charm’s Thomas Ravenel and years of soaking up the Durham, North Carolina cadence while filming The Patriot. “Durham, North Carolina, doesn’t sound like South Carolina. It doesn’t sound like Charleston. It …

“Mate, Any Guesses?” Ex-RCB Star In Splits As KL Rahul Nails His Stance, Accent. Video Viral

“Mate, Any Guesses?” Ex-RCB Star In Splits As KL Rahul Nails His Stance, Accent. Video Viral

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After missing Delhi Capitals (DC)’s opening match of IPL 2025, KL Rahul is likely to be available for the second game against SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) on March 30. With a six day gap between the first and the second game, Rahul has plenty of time to get upto speed. The wicketkeeper had missed the game against his former side, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), as he and his wife Athiya Shetty had recently welcomed their baby girl. In his absence, Ashutosh Sharma steered DC to a narrow win over LSG. Rahul joined the team after the game against LSG, and seemed all smiles during a team-bonding event, where the players were imitating one another and participating in light-hearted games. He entertained his teammates by nailing the batting stance and accent of DC mentor Kevin Pietersen. “Mate, any guesses?” Rahul jokingly asked, as Pietersen burst out of laughter. KL RAHUL at the DC Team Dinner pic.twitter.com/tmJpQgcAtJ — Jyotirmay Das (@dasjy0tirmay) March 26, 2025 DC had congratulated Rahul and Athiya on the birth of …

Alec Baldwin’s wife Hilaria addresses criticism of her accent: ‘Whole world was mean to me’ | Hollywood

Alec Baldwin’s wife Hilaria addresses criticism of her accent: ‘Whole world was mean to me’ | Hollywood

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Hilaria Baldwin is opening up on the controversy surrounding her accent. On a recent episode of her TLC reality series, The Baldwins, the 41-year-old shared that the reason why she alternates between Spanish and American accents is “code-switching.” Ever since she shot to fame after her marriage to Alec Baldwin in 2012, the yoga instructor has faced criticism for her Spanish heritage. Alec Baldwin, left, and Hilaria Baldwin attend the SNL50: The Homecoming Concert at Radio City Music Hall on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, in New York. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP)(Evan Agostini/Invision/AP) Hilaria Baldwin addresses controversy surrounding her Spanish accent In a 2020 podcast, Hilaria claimed she was born in Mallorca and raised in Boston, adding that she moved to the United States at the age of 19. But, social media sleuths uncovered at the time that she was born and raised in the States, according to Fox News. She later apologised for the “confusion” in an Instagram post and argued that “culture, languages, sexual orientations, religions [and] political beliefs” are “allow[ed] to be fluid.” …

Social media users roast Karan Johar for calling kitchen ‘ghusalkhana’, question him for making fun of Kangana’s accent | Bollywood

Social media users roast Karan Johar for calling kitchen ‘ghusalkhana’, question him for making fun of Kangana’s accent | Bollywood

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Filmmaker Karan Johar has found himself at the receiving end of online trolling after referring to the kitchen as “ghusalkhana (bathroom)” in Hindi. Social media users were quick to pounce on the filmmaker’s language faux pas, flooding social media with jokes. Also read: Here’s what Karan Johar really thinks about Kangana’s Koffee With Karan remarks Karan Johar made the remark when he made an appearance in an episode of Farah Khan’s vlog. Many users also brought up Karan’s past remark on Kangana Ranaut‘s accent, accusing him of hypocrisy. Karan Johar’s language blunder Karan’s language faux pas occurred during a recent guest appearance on Farah Khan‘s YouTube vlog, where he awkwardly confused the Hindi words “rasoi” (kitchen) and “ghusalkhana” (bathroom). Although the vlog episode was released last month, the clip has only recently resurfaced online, quickly grabbing everyone’s attention. The clip was also posted on Reddit, with the title, “Is Karan it intentionally or he really doesn’t know??”. “He’s acting,” one comment read, with another reading, “Did he just call the kitchen, ghusul khanna”. One user …