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Indian Express
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Bharti Singh reveals 40% of her income is from YouTube channel: ‘Still eat with hands in five-star hotels and business class flights'
Comedian Bharti Singh opened up about her relationship with money, and said that even though she has seen great financial success over the years, she remains a simple person at heart. Bharti hails from humble beginnings, and experienced great difficulties while growing up in Punjab. Her father died when she was two, and her mother had to work as a house help to make ends meet. But she encouraged Bharti to take a risk and go to Mumbai when work beckoned, and this decision changed Bharti's life. Now, Bharti is one of the highest-paid personalities on Indian television, while also balancing a successful side hustle as a vlogger on YouTube. In an appearance on Raj Shamani's podcast, Bharti spoke about her YouTube journey, and said that she earns a surprisingly large chunk of her income from her online presence. 'I make 60% of my income via television work, and 40% from YouTube. I can't believe it. If you'd told me that I would get paid for doing something as basic as cleaning a microphone and posting it… It was Haarsh (husband Haarsh Limbachiya) who told me that TV isn't going to last, and that I should focus on YouTube. At first, I didn't quite understand it. But then, I started enjoying it. And then, I started making money, which was even better. I've learned one thing; if you're dedicated and hard-working, YouTube will be just as dedicated to you.' Also read – Bharti Singh says 'main kaam waali ki beti hoon'; would eat three-day-old leftovers, doesn't recognise dead father in pictures: 'Ajnabee hain' Bharti's channel has 7 million subscribers, putting her in the upper echelon of Indian content creators. By comparison, Flying Beast has around 9 million subscribers, and Raj Shamani himself has 12 million. 'Sometimes, I feel like putting out four vlogs in a day. I have so much content, way more than 12 minutes can accommodate. I started YouTube a little over two years ago, and now I have over 7 million subscribers. I used to upload one vlog a week earlier. But the money is good; still, it's not as good as TV. I can earn on TV in one day what I make on YouTube in a month. I love both mediums. Now, I feel strange when I don't share a vlog.' Speaking about her relationship with money now, Bharti said, 'Yes, I travel business class and stay at five-star hotels, but I still eat with my hands. That will never change. I haven't changed. I still crave Amritsar. But I haven't been able to visit in three years. That's the thing about Mumbai; if you're a hard-worker, this city won't let you leave. Whenever I make a plan to visit Amritsar, I get some new work.' Several of Bharti's peers have also embarked upon YouTube careers. Archana Puran Singh and her family also share daily vlogs, and are inching towards the 1 million subscribers mark. In a recent video, Archana said that she was inspired to start vlogging by Farah Khan. 'During lockdown, I started posting small videos with my house-help, Bhagyashree, on Instagram because I had too much time on my hands. People called me up and told me that what I was doing was called vlogging, and I didn't even know. The videos were going viral, and Bhagyashree became world-famous. So Farah Khan suggested to me that I should start a proper channel. We have done theatre, films, TV, and OTT. The only thing that was left was having a presence on YouTube,' Archana said. In an interview, Parmeet admitted that vlogging has turned out to be a more successful venture than even his acting career. 'It has proved to be more fruitful, definitely. We started it because we believe that this is the future and we wanted to be a part of it. The entertainment landscape is changing rapidly,' he said in an interview with SCREEN.
News18
26-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Gaurav Taneja Claims Bigg Boss Makers Pay Pap Pages To Use Celeb Names For Hype: ‘Logon Ne…'
Last Updated: Gaurav Taneja denies joining Bigg Boss 19, claims makers pay paparazzi pages to use celeb names and create hype. Says he was offered earlier but declined. With the Bigg Boss first look unveiled, the makers are keeping viewers on the edge of their seats. While the official list of contestants has been kept under wraps, Gaurav Taneja, aka Flying Beast—who recently made headlines due to his personal life—is being speculated as one of the top names to join the show. Now, Gaurav has reacted to the rumours. In his recent vlog, the YouTuber addressed whether he is actually joining the Salman Khan-hosted controversial reality show. He clarified, saying, 'Arre bhai, nahi jaa raha main Bigg Boss 19. Logon ne pareshan kar diya hai. Koi PR page hai, usne laga di meri photo ke main jaa raha hoon, aur bhi teen chaar log hain." (I am not going to Bigg Boss 19. People have been troubling me. A PR page posted my photo saying I'm going, along with three or four other people.) Gaurav Taneja further revealed that while he was offered Bigg Boss in the past—before the COVID era—he had other commitments and turned it down. However, that doesn't mean he would never do the show. 'Social media pe aap kabhi kuch danke ki chot pe nahi bol sakte ke 'main kabhi Bigg Boss jaunga hi nahi'. Toh kuch aisa hai nahi, par haan, main iss baar toh nahi jaa raha." (You can never say with certainty on social media that you'll never do Bigg Boss. It's not like that, but yes, I'm not going this time.) In the vlog, the YouTuber also claimed that the Bigg Boss 19 team uses a marketing strategy involving deals with paparazzi pages, who post about potential contestants to build audience curiosity. Meanwhile, the makers have yet to respond to these accusations. What is the theme for Bigg Boss 19? According to a report by The Indian Express, the initial buzz around BB 19 suggested a possible 'rewind' theme. However, it has now been confirmed that artificial intelligence will be a defining element of the upcoming season. Along with AI integration, the show is set to undergo multiple format changes, including a major twist in the elimination process—this time, housemates will reportedly hold the power to decide who gets evicted. A source told The Indian Express that contestants will take centre stage this season, playing a dominant role in critical decisions—from evictions and rationing to task selection. With this new structure, the show is expected to shift from 'Bigg Boss chahte hain" to 'Bigg Boss janna chahte hain," marking a fundamental change in tone and power dynamics inside the house. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
13-07-2025
- General
- Indian Express
Gaurav Taneja aka Flying Beast calls Air India crash preliminary report an ‘eyewash', alleges omission of key details: ‘Lots of basic errors as well'
Tearing into the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau's (AAIB) preliminary report on the June 12 crash of Air India flight AI 171, commercial pilot-turned-YouTuber Gaurav Taneja, popularly known as Flying Beast, claimed that it had omitted some key details. Calling the report an 'eyewash', he alleged that the bureau was withholding the full picture from the public. Taking it a step further, Flying Beast also mocked the AAIB for allegedly misspelling a technical term in the official document. 'A very poor AI 171 report submitted by AAIB,' he wrote on X (formerly Twitter). Mentioning that while the report outlines the positions, distances and directions of various parts of the aircraft at the time of the incident, Flying Beast pointed out that the AAIB has, however, withheld some 'important information'. He questioned why the report failed to include timestamps for 'pilot conversations, RAT deployment (not when it began supplying), first instance of Fuel Control Switch (FCS) transition, and what did pilots converse for 10 seconds when FCS were toggled from CUTOFF to RUN?' He added, 'AAIB has all the information, but chooses to hide it from public. Lots of basic errors as well. FADEC (full authority dual engine control) full form incorrect in official reports. This report looks like an eyewash.' Besides Flying Beast, several other experts also noted the absence of any recommendations for Boeing 787-8 operators in the report, arguing that this leaves many questions unanswered. According to news agency PTI, the report has suggested a catastrophic pilot error in the cockpit of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. On Saturday, Gaurav Taneja also criticised a BBC report, claiming it unfairly placed blame on the deceased pilots, despite many unanswered questions surrounding the tragic accident that killed 260 people — 241 of the 242 people on board the aircraft and 19 on the ground. In another tweet, he wrote: 'As expected, 'blame the deceased pilots'. They can't come back to defend themselves. Boeing has a lot of questions to answer!! BBC already gave Boeing a clean chit!'
Indian Express
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Sonu Nigam does ‘collab of the year' with viral sensation Raju Kalakar; sings ‘Dil Pe Chalai Churiya' in viral video
The Internet can't get enough of a heartwarming collaboration that no one saw coming, and now can't stop talking about. Legendary Bollywood singer Sonu Nigam has joined forces with viral star Raju Kalakar, the man who captured millions of hearts with his stone-tapping rendition of Dil Pe Chalai Churiya. In a video released by T-Series, Sonu and Raju are seen vibing to the catchy tune–Raju doing his signature tap-tap with two stones (his makeshift instrument), while Sonu brings in his iconic vocals. The moment ends with a warm hug and Sonu looking at Raju with a smile, saying, 'Thank you.' A message at the end hints at more magic on the way: 'Stay tuned for a surprise coming on Monday at 11 am.' The caption reads, 'You've been humming it… now get ready to hear it like never before.' A post shared by T-Series (@ The video has blown up online, racking up over five million views and sparking a flood of reactions. Among those who reacted was music producer Yashraj Mukhate, who commented, 'I absolutely love the internet.' Another individual wrote, 'When the trend meets the trendsetter.' A third person wrote, 'This is why I pay my Internet bill.' Also Read | Flying Beast gets 'influencer privilege' from Zomato after birthday cake fails to arrive: 'General public would have gotten…' A fourth person commented, 'We got raju bhai nd sonu nigam collaboration before GTA 6.' Raju, a puppeteer hailing from Surat, Gujarat, shot to fame after an Instagram Reel of him creating music with two broken stones went viral. The Internet was quick to applaud his raw talent, and the video has since racked up over 146 million views, catapulting him into the spotlight.
Indian Express
25-06-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
‘Pilots are angry, ground staff is terrified': ‘Flying Beast' Gaurav Taneja says ‘sab kaand khulenge' post Air India 171 crash, as he exposes aviation industry secrets
YouTuber Gaurav Taneja, who is better known as Flying Beast online, usually makes family vlogs for his nearly 10 million subscribers. Recently, he appeared on Shark Tank India and pitched his protein business. But, he often posts aviation-related content as well, considering his decade-long experience as a commercial pilot. In recent weeks, Taneja has shared theories about the tragic Air India Flight 171 crash, which resulted in the death of 270 people. Hours after the disaster, he suggested that it could've been caused by a 'dual engine failure'. In recent days, he has also pointed to human error as being one of the reasons behind the crash. In a new interview, however, Taneja explained that human error is caused by a variety of factors that expose the systemic issues with the Indian aviation industry. Appearing on the Prakhar Ke Pravachan podcast, Taneja praised Air India pilots for putting their foot down and demanding pristine aircraft to fly on. He said that pilots were fully aware of the corners that were being cut by airlines prior to the disaster, but had no choice but to follow orders and protocols. Taneja himself was fired from Air Asia a few years ago, after he blew the whistle on certain alleged practices at the airline. In the interview, he said that the ground staff is under such pressure to maintain punctuality that they often ignore issues with the aircraft, requesting pilots to raise their concerns later. Also read – 'Sending Air India 171 black boxes to America is shocking': 'Flying Beast' Gaurav Taneja says 'Boeing has power', highlights conflict of interest He said, 'Scheduling is a major issue. Someone who has flown all night and hasn't had enough time to recover from fatigue should not be assigned another flight. When an investigation happens, it reveals every detail, such as the culture of an airline, and if they're following regulations about rostering.' Addressing the mass-cancellations of Air India flight following the 171 crash, Taneja said, 'I know that Air India pilots are angry and upset. They know that, at the end of the day, they're the ones in the air. Management is sitting on the ground. Engineers are on the ground. Everyone else is on the ground. They're saying, 'I will not take an okay aircraft. Give me a perfect aircraft to fly'.' Explaining the pressure that airlines put on their employees, Taneja continued, 'A common practice in aviation is for engineers to request pilots not to log complaints. If the complaint is logged, an entire procedure has to be performed. This causes delays. They will tell you that they will okay the aircraft to fly, and ask you to raise the concern at Delhi. They tell you to report 'in-air failures', or that some issue happened after take-off. But everyone knows the truth. This is an endless back-and-forth between pilots and engineers. Companies need to change their ways. They shouldn't take such big risks over one or two minutes.' He said that engineers are under incredible pressure to ensure on-time departures and arrivals. 'They're constantly terrified. They keep worrying about being reprimanded for causing a delay. They keep telling pilots to blame the air traffic control, to tell the company that they received the aircraft on time but were delayed by the ATC. It's not like the company is paying them in crores. They make regular salaries, but they're constantly on edge,' he said, adding, 'Jab audit hota hai, toh khali 171 nahi khulta, sab kaand khulte hain.' Sharing a personal anecdote, Taneja said that he once spotted blood on one of the wings before take-off, and he raised the issue with a ground engineer because he suspected a bird strike. He said that the aircraft's should have been checked thoroughly in that case. He said, 'This happened with me. I was conducting a walk-around, and I saw some blood stains on the wings. It's an obvious sign of a bird strike. The ground staff was like, 'Sir, saaf kar deta hoon, le jao'. I was like, 'Kya baat kar raha hai?' Anything can happen. The flaps could be affected, the engine could be affected. After a point, I stopped doing all this.'
