Kirti Kulhari’s comment on Mumbai maids BACKFIRES as Mini Mathur calls it “below minimum wage”

Kirti Kulhari recently found herself at the centre of an online debate after her comments about domestic workers’ salaries in Mumbai’s upscale areas went viral on social media. While some internet users related to her concerns about rising household expenses, many others felt her remarks came across as insensitive. Among those who strongly reacted was television host and actor Mini Mathur, who publicly disagreed with Kirti’s statement.

Kirti Kulhari’s Comments Spark Online Debate

During a conversation with Bollywood Bubble, Kirti opened up about shifting to a new house in Mumbai’s Yaari Road area and discussed the rates quoted by cooks and maids. The actor said she was surprised to hear that a domestic worker was charging around Rs 10,000 for roughly two hours of work, which included sweeping, mopping, washing utensils, and other household chores.

Kirti explained that she expected multiple tasks like dusting and laundry to also be completed within that time. She further mentioned that she and her manager wondered whether workers charged higher rates after assuming their employers could afford it easily.

Soon after the clip surfaced online, it triggered strong reactions across platforms. While a section of users agreed that living costs in Mumbai are becoming expensive for everyone, many others pointed out that domestic workers are often underpaid despite physically demanding work.

Mini Mathur Takes A Dig At The Statement

Television personality Mini Mathur did not hold back while reacting to the viral clip shared by Uncut India. Taking to the comments section, Mini wrote that people should think about how much those two hours of help allow others to earn in return. She also added that the amount being discussed would still be considered below minimum wage in several parts of the world.

Her comment quickly grabbed attention online, with many users supporting her perspective. Comedian Vivek Samtani also reacted to the debate and pointed out that the hourly amount translated to barely a few dollars, questioning how it could be considered excessive.

Their Recent Works

Kirti Kulhari has built a strong reputation through performances in films like Pink, Uri: The Surgical Strike, and also her popular show '4 More Shots Please'.

Meanwhile, Mini Mathur continues to remain a popular face in the entertainment industry through hosting projects, public appearances, and digital content. Known for her outspoken nature, Mini often shares her opinions on social and cultural conversations online.