Overview
- On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, a Filmygyan journalist was reported to have called Tanya Mittal a 'sasti copy' of Shalini Passi and said she only showcases her wealth.
- Tanya replied on Instagram Stories that the label was 'cheap, sexist commentary' and stressed, 'I am Tanya Mittal. And my journey is my own.'
- She detailed her decade-long rise, saying she began by selling greeting cards for Rs 150, left her education to avoid an early marriage, and endured years of trolling and lost opportunities.
- No public correction or apology from the Filmygyan journalist or the outlet has been reported, and the exchange has been widely picked up by entertainment outlets.
- The episode highlights a recurring pattern in Indian celebrity coverage of gendered comparisons and click-driven commentary that can affect reputation as Mittal prepares for an Ektaa Kapoor acting project.