Viral video: NRI shares ‘how to not smell like curry’, netizens say, ‘white people concept’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Viral video: NRI shares ‘how to not smell like curry’, netizens say, ‘white people concept’

Live Mint  

A recent video by an Indian content creator in the United States, titled “How to Not Smell Like Curry,” has sparked controversy and divided the internet. The video highlights the racial stereotype in the West that people from India are often associated with the smell of curry, a stereotype that many find offensive and reductive. But I also hate going out smelling like Indian food," she said, adding, “If the smell sticks to your jacket, it’s just not going to go away till you dry clean your jackets. One user, Alekhya, explained that unlike in India, the smell of Indian food tends to linger longer in Western homes.

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NRI woman shares tips on ‘how to not smell like curry’ in viral video, sparks debate
1 month, 2 weeks ago

NRI woman shares tips on ‘how to not smell like curry’ in viral video, sparks debate

Hindustan Times  

A recent video by an Indian content creator in the United States on "how to not smell like curry" has left the internet divided, highlighting the racial stereotype in the West of people from India smelling of curry. The US-based content creator said she wears dedicated cooking clothes and immediately changes out of office attire after returning home. But I …

NRI woman's 'how to avoid the smell of Indian food' video divides Internet
1 month, 2 weeks ago

NRI woman's 'how to avoid the smell of Indian food' video divides Internet

India Today  

An Indian content creator based in the US has divided the internet after posting a video in which she demonstrated how to avoid the smell of Indian food, especially curry. Shivee Chauhan, a San Francisco-based woman, shared a video on Instagram in which she explained that she loves Indian food but dislikes the smell lingering on her clothes. “How to …

US columnist disses Indian food, desi twitter claps back
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US columnist disses Indian food, desi twitter claps back

Deccan Chronicle  

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