Television show Mahadev and Sons has landed in controversy after a recent episode sparked strong reactions from viewers on social media.
The show, featuring Shakti Anand, Garvita Sadhwani, and Sneha Wagh, came under criticism for a scene involving physical abuse between two lead characters. Many viewers expressed concern over the way the sequence was portrayed, accusing the makers of presenting a troubling situation in a romanticized manner.
Mahadev And Sons Controversial Scene Triggers Debate On Social Media
The backlash began after an episode showed Dheeraj, played by Aasim Khan, behaving aggressively toward Rajji, portrayed by Garvita Sadhwani. The sequence featured several moments of physical violence that left many viewers disturbed.
According to audience reactions, Dheeraj was shown slapping Rajji, pushing her, and physically intimidating her during an argument. The scene escalated further when Rajji accidentally touched a hot iron and suffered an injury. Throughout the sequence, Dheeraj expressed anger and rejection toward her.
Social Media Users Express Anger With Mahadev And Sons Domestic Abuse
Soon after the episode aired, clips and screenshots began circulating on X (formerly Twitter), where many users criticized the show’s portrayal of the incident.
One viewer wrote, “They’re romanticising abuse. He slapped her, pushed her around and then hurt her again. This should not be shown as romance.”
Another user commented, “I can’t believe what I watched. The scene was disturbing and unacceptable. Such behaviour should never be normalized on television.”
Several viewers also questioned how a character previously shown as protective could suddenly be involved in such actions.
Viewers Call For Responsible Storytelling
The episode has reignited discussions about how domestic violence and abusive relationships are portrayed in television dramas. Many users argued that entertainment content should handle sensitive subjects with greater responsibility and avoid sending problematic messages to audiences.
Some viewers said they stopped watching the show after the controversial sequence, while others demanded stricter scrutiny of such storylines. Below is the video, see second slide;
About TV Show Mahadev And Sons
Mahadev and Sons was created and written by film producer Saurabh Tewari. The drama premiered on January 5, 2026 and airs on Colors TV from Monday to Friday at 10 PM IST and features Shakti Anand, Garvita Sadhwani, Sneha Wagh, and Aasim Khan in key roles.