This week, the world watched Donald Trump’s grand return as America’s 47th President. But the real spectacle? India Today’s Gaurav Sawant and Aaj Tak’s Anjana Om Kashyap jetting off to Washington DC for “exclusive” interviews – with Trump and Kim Jong Un lookalikes. Yep, journalism at its peak.
Amid the celebrations, there was dancing, crying, and a lot of reassurance – that India and the US are #bestiesfoeva. TV news made sure we noticed Foreign Minister Jaishankar sitting right in the front row.
Meanwhile, over at Times Now, Sushant Sinha turned defender of Elon Musk’s celebratory ummm, gestures, at Trump’s inauguration, even shedding a metaphorical tear for Indian politicians who tragically have to hide their feelings. And just in case Modiji felt left out, every anchor jumped in to reassure him that Trump hearts India too.
Finally, we had the pièce de résistance: Arnab Goswami’s meltdown over the “Saif Ali Khan attack.” The real question on Arnab’s mind? Not the attack, but Saif’s inexplicably radiant appearance. Priorities, people. For an entire week, the nation’s loudest TV news anchor has been consumed by the great mystery of why Kareena did not accompany Saif.
Catch all the chaos, cringe, and commentary in this week’s episode.
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