Priyanka Halder, a participant on Samay Raina’s YouTube show India’s Got Latent, has become a target of online criticism following her appearance with a unique yet controversial act. Here’s everything you need to know about her and the incident sparking debate.
The Controversial Act
On India’s Got Latent, Priyanka Halder appeared as a model for her friend, Adil Mohd, who showcased his skill as a “costume cutter.” In a brief act lasting over a minute, Priyanka stood in a red bodycon dress while Adil transformed it into a cut-out design on stage.
While the act itself aimed to highlight creativity, it drew attention for an unexpected revelation. Priyanka shared that she is married and has a 15-year-old son. This led to online accusations of infidelity and rampant slut-shaming on social media, overshadowing the act’s artistic intent.
Who Is Priyanka Halder?
- Background: Priyanka Halder is a 33-year-old actress originally from Bengal, now residing in Mumbai.
- Education: She completed her schooling up to Class 12 before getting married at a young age.
- Family: Priyanka became a mother at 18. Her son is now 15, and her husband works for the Indian Railways in Nagpur.
- Career: She has acted in popular shows like Crime Patrol, Utha Patak 4 on ALTT (formerly ALTBalaji), and various programmes on DD National.
- Social Media Presence: Priyanka has a growing Instagram following of over 14,500 users.
India’s Got Latent: Episode Highlights
The 11th episode of India’s Got Latent has taken YouTube by storm, trending at number one. This episode featured two winners: Anmol Sharma, who delivered a mesmerising belly dance performance, and Kushal Bhanushali, a visually-challenged stand-up comedian.
Despite its success, the episode is now heavily associated with the controversy surrounding Priyanka Halder’s act. Whether viewed as an artistic expression or otherwise, the incident has undoubtedly thrust Priyanka into the public spotlight, sparking heated discussions online.
