Updated August 11th, 2020 at 17:22 IST
Bhoomi Trivedi talks about ongoing fake likes probe; says 'I'm shocked and stunned'
Bollywood singer Bhoomi Trivedi opened up to state her reaction after her complaint exposed the ethically questionable practice of artistes buying fake likes
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Singer Bhoomi Trivedi talked about how her complaint ended up revealing the ethically questionable practice of artistes buying fake likes and fake followers on social media. As per a Hindustan Times report, Bhoomi Trivedi explained the same as she said that the incident has left her shocked and stunned. While asserting that her one step has become 'so big' now, Bhoomi extended her gratitude towards Mumbai Police for their efforts.
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Bhoomi Trivedi on fake likes probe
Sharing how Mumbai Police started investigating the case, Bhoomi said that within a few days the cops identified the culprits. She added that the culprits admitted that they work with agencies that get fake followers and likes for artistes. Calling her case "different", Trivedi further elaborated that she used to get numerous messages from people, asking if she had indeed paid them to get a blue tick.
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She added that replying to such messages on a daily basis gradually turned into a job for her. Bhoomi informed that because of the constant messages, she decided to file the complaint. Trivedi also revealed that she has received offers of getting fake likes, but she would prefer to grow organically. However, she concluded her conversation while saying that she does not think if buying fake likes is right or wrong.
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Badshah's Instagram followers controversy
The matter came to light after Bhumi Trivedi found a fake profile of hers on social media and filed a complaint in July. On Friday, August 7, the news of Badshah's confession of buying fake social media followers and buying online views was spread like a wildfire on the internet.
Amid all the speculation making rounds on the internet, Badshah issued a statement on Saturday and categorically denied the charges. His statement claimed that he has never been involved in such practices and is cooperating with Mumbai Police.
Official Statement by #Badshah @Its_Badshah pic.twitter.com/oDnnAgRnUi
— Simran Kaur Mundi (@SimrankMundi) August 8, 2020
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Recently, singer-rapper Mika Singh also took a sly dig at Badhash through his recent Instagram post. Although Mika did not mention Badshah's name, he directly pointed at the artists who bought fake social media followers and likes. In his caption, Mika called himself "stupid" for investing his money in property and donating it for charity. He further added that had he also bought followers and views, he would have also made records.
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Published August 11th, 2020 at 17:22 IST
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