The incident took place at the Bright Entertainment Awards 2026, where Isha was interacting with media and guests on the red carpet. A video circulating online shows the actress reacting with visible surprise after spotting a man whose appearance closely resembles that of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

As soon as she noticed him, Isha appeared startled and smilingly exclaimed, “Oh, Modi Ji!” Her reaction immediately drew laughter from people present at the venue, including photographers and event attendees.

Moments later, the actress realized that the person standing in front of her was not the Prime Minister but his lookalike. Taking the situation sportingly, she shook hands with him and posed for photographs. Looking toward the cameras, she jokingly said, “Guys, we have Modi Ji with us.”

The clip quickly gained traction across social media platforms, with users sharing humorous reactions to the encounter. Many praised Isha for handling the situation with a smile, while others commented on the striking resemblance that led to the confusion.

The man featured in the video is Vikas Mahante, a Mumbai-based businessman, actor and social worker who is widely known for his resemblance to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Over the years, Mahante has attracted attention at public events because of his appearance, beard style and mannerisms, which many people find similar to those of the Prime Minister.

Mahante has also participated in various political campaign events and public programmes across different states. He has reportedly been seen during election campaigns and awareness drives where his resemblance to Modi often becomes a talking point among attendees.

Apart from public appearances, Mahante has also explored acting projects. He has appeared in films and screen productions, including a cameo role in “Happy New Year.” He has additionally been associated with projects such as “Modi Kaka Ka Gaon,” “The Sabarmati Report,” and “Ek Naya Savera.”

The viral moment has once again highlighted how frequently public figures and celebrity lookalikes can create confusion at large events. Similar incidents involving celebrity doubles and political lookalikes have surfaced on social media in the past, often generating significant online engagement.

Meanwhile, Isha Malviya continues to remain a popular face in the entertainment industry. She entered the modelling world at a young age and went on to win beauty pageant titles, including Miss Madhya Pradesh. Her acting career gained momentum with the television show “Udaariyaan,” where her portrayal of Jasmine Kaur Sandhu received widespread attention.

Her popularity expanded further after participating in Bigg Boss 17, one of India’s most-watched reality shows. Since then, she has remained active in television, music videos and brand collaborations, while also maintaining a strong social media presence with millions of followers.

While the viral video lasted only a few seconds, it has become one of the most talked-about entertainment clips online, thanks to Isha’s spontaneous reaction and the uncanny resemblance of the man she initially believed was the Prime Minister.

Satire platform Cockroach Janata Party alleges targeted crackdown as digital handles face disruptions amid massive growth

In a swift escalation of a bizarre digital standoff, the official website of the newly formed 'Cockroach Janata Party' (CJP) went completely down on Saturday morning. The platform, which originated as a satirical response to a senior judicial remark, became inaccessible around 9:00 AM, displaying a standard “site can’t be reached” error message.

The digital blackout follows closely on the heels of a massive online campaign launched by the group demanding the immediate resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the recent NEET exam paper leak controversy.

Digital platforms go dark

CJP founder Abhijit Dipke took to X (formerly Twitter) to confirm the development, directly accusing the central establishment of heavy-handedness. Dipke revealed that the platform had amassed significant traction before going offline, claiming that nearly 10 lakh users had registered as members on the site.

"Over 6 lakh people had already signed our online petition demanding the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan," Dipke stated in an online broadcast. "Why is the government so incredibly scared of cockroaches? They can take down our web servers, but cockroaches never die."

The website outage was not the only disruption reported by the group. Earlier in the day, at around 8:25 AM, the party handles claimed their official Instagram account had been compromised and rendered inaccessible to administrators, though the public profile page remained visibly online.

Exponential social media surge

Despite the technical roadblocks, the group's digital footprint has exploded over the last 48 hours. By Saturday afternoon, the Cockroach Janata Party's Instagram following skyrocketed to over 2.2 crore users. Simultaneously, their primary communication channel on X crossed the 200,000-follower milestone.

The sudden surge in popularity has altered the ground reality for Dipke's family, residing in Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Speaking to a regional Marathi news channel, Dipke’s parents expressed profound anxiety regarding their son's sudden political visibility and the looming threat of legal action.

"It is completely natural for us to feel terrified looking at the current atmosphere in the country," his father, Bhagwan Dipke, told reporters, adding that the family has spent sleepless nights worrying about potential arrest warrants. His mother, Anita, noted that they only learned of the digital movement through neighbors and preferred that their son focus on his professional career.

Allegations of foreign footprints

As the digital movement gained momentum, critics alleged that the massive follower base was artificial, claiming that only 9 percent of the interaction originated from within India, with the bulk coming from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Western nations.

The CJP leadership vehemently rejected these claims on Friday night, releasing internal analytics screenshots indicating that 96 percent of their actual target audience is base-located right inside India. The group has also had to navigate the permanent suspension of its original X account earlier this week, forcing them to operate under a backup page titled "Cockroach Is Back."

Roots in judicial commentary

The unusual political front traces its origin back to mid-May. During a courtroom hearing, remarks were reportedly passed comparing hyper-active, unemployed youth on social media to "cockroaches" who constantly critique state institutions.

While the judiciary later clarified that the statement was contextually misrepresented, Dipke capitalised on the phrase the very next day, launching the Cockroach Janata Party as a formal digital initiative representing the "lazy, unemployed, and chronically online" demographic.

Former AAP strategist at helm

The standard of execution behind the viral campaign stems from professional experience. Dipke, 30, is a seasoned digital media strategist who previously managed viral meme-based campaign content for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) between 2020 and 2022, notably during the Delhi Assembly elections.

Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Public Relations at Boston University in the United States, Dipke has been running the digital operation from abroad. Meanwhile, the domestic popularity of the name has triggered a corporate rush on the ground, with three separate commercial trademark applications already filed with the Trademark Registry portal to secure rights over the "Cockroach Janata Party" brand name for political and social services. Legal representatives for the group state they are exploring alternative web hosting options to restore the main campaign portal by Sunday evening.