‘Sir cleavage pe zoom mat karna!’ Apoorva Mukhija's banter with paps go viral

Apoorva Mukhija, popularly known as Rebel Kid on social media, is no stranger to the spotlight, and this time, it wasn’t just her bold outfit that turned heads. The digital content creator and actor was recently seen arriving at a star-studded event in Mumbai, where her candid interaction with paparazzi quickly made waves online.

Dressed in a chic snakeskin-print one-piece, Apoorva posed confidently for the cameras before entering the venue. But before walking in, she made a bold request to the photographers: “Sir, idhar zoom karke mat daalna, poori video daalna” (Don’t zoom in here, upload the full video), she said with a playful hand gesture toward her cleavage. The internet lauded her for calling out the intrusive zoom trend while keeping the tone light and respectful. Fans were quick to appreciate her stance, with comments praising her confidence and how she addressed the paps with grace.

This isn't the first time Apoorva has made headlines. Earlier this year, she faced intense backlash for her controversial comments during India’s Got Latent, a comedy-based talent show hosted by Samay Raina. While the remarks stirred up mixed reactions, they undeniably made her a household name overnight. Despite the criticism, she remained unapologetically herself and used the moment to bounce back stronger.

On the acting front, Apoorva made a quiet film debut with a cameo in Nadaaniyaan, the coming-of-age film that starred Khushi Kapoor and Ibrahim Ali Khan. And now, she’s ready for her biggest screen outing yet, with none other than Prime Video’s upcoming reality thriller The Traitors.

Slated to premiere on June 12, The Traitors is the Indian edition of the globally loved reality format, where 20 contestants navigate deceit, alliances, and sabotage in a high-stakes game for a grand prize. The show will be hosted by Karan Johar and features a diverse cast including Uorfi Javed, Harsh Gujral, Karan Kundrra, Jasmine Bhasin, Raj Kundra, Lakshmi Manchu, and of course, Apoorva herself.