Influencer

Dmitry Nuyanzin wanted to gain weight before demonstrating how quickly he could lose it using his weight-loss programme. He promised that anyone weighing over 100 kg who lost 10 percent of their body weight by New Year would win about Rs 11,500.

Chinese man spends Rs 5 crore for 4,000 acid injections to create 8-pack abs

Andy Hao Tienan's social media profile claims that 20 per cent of his body now contains hyaluronic acid—a substance naturally found in the body that helps retain moisture and lubricate joints.

Bangkok influencer gets 'hounded' in Delhi auto: ‘I can’t stand strangers touching me’

The content creator, who has more than 53,000 followers on Instagram, said the experience left her feeling 'stressed and drained'.

Influencer triggers debate after top Indian sunscreen brands fail SPF test: ‘It’s a scam’

Six out of ten products failed to meet their advertised protection levels, sparking debate over testing standards and influencer ethics.

Influencer reveals why she chose not to wear sindoor, mangalsutra after marriage; internet divided

Divija Bhasin, a content creator, recently shared her views on marriage, explaining her reasons for not wearing sindoor or mangalsutra. While some agreed with her, others criticized her for challenging cultural norms in the name of equality.

Gurgaon couple quit corporate jobs to travel full-time, go viral. 'Family called us stupid but...'

The couple charges collaborators anywhere between Rs 5,000 to Rs 15,000 depending upon the deliverables, and said that they are experimenting with their storytelling to figure out what resonates with their over 28,000 followers.

Pakistan-born influencer adopted by Chinese couple marries fan. He found her 'captivating'

Fan Zihe, abandoned as a baby in Pakistan, rose to fame in China before announci.ng wedding to early follower who now manages her social media

Influencer Sufi Motiwala fears of longevity in the industry, says, "I have to reinvent myself, what if I don't get anything after this?", Exclusive!

Sufi Motiwala shines with charm and authenticity, winning hearts online and on screen. Now starring in Do You Wanna Partner, he opens up about his journey, passion, and rising stardom in an exclusive chat.

Content creator turns his mother’s saree into a dhoti; internet is bowled over by his ‘elegance’ 

Fashion influencers are defying gender norms and bringing creativity to the fore by styling outfits differently. Recently, a content creator from Mumbai turned his mother’s saree into a dhoti and paired it with a traditional kurta. His playful twist won him praise from the internet.

Mumbai CEO wants to hire 'doom-scrollers' who use Instagram, YouTube for over 6 hours a day

Monk-E’s latest hiring call turns compulsive scrolling into a full-time gig, sparking cultural commentary and career envy across LinkedIn

Food Pharmer 2.0: Revant Himatsingka launches his OWN brand, to roll out certification

After calling out big food brands for falsely claiming that their products were healthy, Himatsingka is ready for the next phase of his mission.

Fireside Ventures backs Kusha Kapila’s shapewear brand UnderNeat, Mamaearth’s Ghazal Alagh joins in

The seed round is expected to be in the range of Rs 8-10 crore, though exact figures have not been undisclosed. UnderNeat, which went live on March 30, has already amassed 1,76,000 Instagram followers

Laid off twice, content creator turns into LinkedIn influencer, earns Rs 8.6 lakh a month

After being laid off in October 2023, 'influencing' people on LinkedIn became the 25-year-old's new hustle. With over 16,000 followers on the platform, her videos and posts draw in thousands of likes.

Elon Musk reacts after 26-year-old influencer claims she gave birth to his 13th child

Elon Musk, 53, is worth $394 billion, and has 12 other children with three women -- five with his first wife Justine Wilson, three with Canadian pop star Grimes, and two with Neuralink executive Shivon Zilis.

Influencer dies after chugging two bottles of whiskey for Rs 75,000 bet in Thailand

The 27-year-old was originally a garland seller who found fame online for performing improvised rap songs. He belonged to a poor family and would frequently take on such challenges for money to support his family.

China influencer with cerebral palsy faces backlash for planning pregnancy: 'What did I do wrong?'

Social media users raised concerns about the 24-year-old woman's decision to become a mother.

Chinese influencer poses as delivery rider with baby 43 times a day to gain sympathy, arrested

The man has been punished for 'sadfishing' and disturbing public order. Although the police did not reveal the details of the penalty, but in in China, the punishment for intentionally disturbing public order by spreading rumours can result in up to 10 days of detention and a 500-yuan (Rs 5,900) fine.

Influencer, 23, opts for Rs 16 lakh hymenoplasty to 'become a virgin again'. Doctors warn of risks

Hymenoplasty, also known as hymen repair surgery, involves stitching the torn edges of the hymen with dissolvable sutures to mimic its pre-torn state.

Woman earned Rs 22.70 lakh in a year from her LinkedIn side hustle. How she did it

Jade Powell's income from the LinkedIn side hustle hasn’t yet surpassed her $95,000 salary from her previous full-time job.

Fashion influencer Insha Ghai's husband Ankit Kalra dies at 29

The influencer community was left in shock when news broke that Ankit Kalra, husband of the well-known fashion influencer Insha Ghai Kalra, passed away at the tender age of 29. The couple, who were admired for their charming presence on social media, especially Instagram, had only been married for a little over a year. The sudden loss has left their followers and the wider community grappling with the tragic news.

Indian influencer mocks Chinese locals in viral video, faces backlash: 'Cringe, uncouth'

The video began with Jaspreet Kaur Dyora making a statement, “Jaise aap log corona de sakte ho world ko, toh kya mein aapko trauma de sakti hu?” which translates to, "Just like how you gave the world corona, can I give you trauma in exchange?"

Chinese influencer, 24, dies from overeating during live Mukbang session

Pan Xiaoting initially worked as a waitress and began livestreaming as a side hustle to supplement her income. As her popularity grew, she decided to leave her job and pursue streaming full-time.

Travel influencer Aanvi Kamdar dies after falling into 300-foot gorge near waterfall in Maharashtra

Aanvi Kamdar was pulled out of the crevice after a six-hour effort. She succumbed to her injuries at the Mangaon taluka government hospital shortly after being rescued.

Use these 4 words to become more influential at work, advise experts

'Careers are very different now...' Stanford University lecturer and communication expert Matt Abrahams said. 'You really are forging your own way and need to get others to at least support, if not follow, the things you’re trying to do.'

Tunisian influencer Farah El Kadhi dies at 36, suffers heart attack on a Yacht

Farah El Kadhi, a well-known Tunisian social media influencer, tragically passed away in Malta on Monday morning due to a suspected heart attack.