Watch: Viral video shows Acharya Vikramaditya slapping Islamic scholar during debate on news channel

If you're in the mood for some real-life drama, Indian TV news channels are serving it up just as well as any soap opera. Recently, a video featuring Acharya Vikramaditya slapping a Maulana during a debate on a news channels has gone viral, with viewers commenting on how "Indian news channels are reaching new heights every day."

Watch the video here:

During a live debate on Zee News’ “Taal Thok Ke,” what began as a spirited discussion quickly escalated into chaos as panellists exchanged slaps and punches.?

The heated conversation revolved around Zakir Naik’s controversial visit to Pakistan, but things took a dramatic turn when Acharya Vikramaditya, overcome with rage, delivered a sharp slap to Haziq Khan, an Islamic scholar also known as a maulana.

In a swift reaction, Khan retaliated without hesitation, landing a slap of his own as the show's hosts frantically interjected, exclaiming, “Nahi nahi, aise nahi!” (Not like this)

This unexpected eruption of violence left viewers stunned and sparked conversations about the increasingly sensational nature of Indian news debates.

Zakir Naik is a contentious Indian Islamic speaker who is wanted in India for hate speech and terrorism-related charges, and he has been living in exile since 2016. His recent trip to Pakistan, which was at the government’s invitation, marks his first return to the country in more than thirty years.

How did people respond?

The comments section was buzzing with a diverse range of reactions.?

One viewer quipped, “I am sure both have nothing to do with their religion.”

Another commenter humorously remarked, Indian news channel are not for beginners!! You need to have WWE training for news channels nowadays!!” highlighting the increasingly dramatic nature of televised debates.

Meanwhile, a more serious critique emerged, as one user questioned the responsibility of the news channel itself: “They really don't behave like they are official channels of a country but keep spreading hate 24/7 and bringing these type of dramebaaz religious scholars to create divide and negativity among people.”

This sentiment resonated with many, as viewers called for a more constructive approach to discourse in media.

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