‘VJs are never pregnant’: Mini Mathur recalls losing MTV, Indian Idol gigs after pregnancy

Mini Mathur shared her experiences of pregnancy affecting her television career on MTV and Indian Idol. After becoming pregnant with her first child on MTV, her contract was not renewed, with the channel stating "VJs are never pregnant". Mini felt she had built a professional value through her work, but the pregnancy was used as an excuse to end her contract.

She chose not to fight the decision, feeling it was a form of dismissal. Later, while hosting Indian Idol, Mini was asked not to host the fifth season because the makers believed Indian audiences wouldn't accept a pregnant woman. This decision left her feeling let down, as she believed the industry should have been more forward-thinking.

Despite the challenges, Mini has since built a successful career in television, films, and reality shows, including winning the first season of Amazon Prime Video India's The Alliance.