Radhika Menon

Radhika Menon

Radhika Menon is an Entertainment Writer at Bustle, covering all things entertainment with an emphasis on TV and Film. A graduate of the University of Michigan, her work has appeared in Vulture, Teen Vogue, Paste Magazine, Salon, and Decider. She has interviewed talent ranging from Mira Nair to Eric Dane, compiled thirsty lists about Bridgerton, and reported on everything from how an episode of Euphoria comes to life to the origins of a character like Kelli on Insecure.

Radhika is passionate about South Asian representation in media, the NBC drama Friday Night Lights, and pizza. She’s a recent transplant to LA after stints in NYC and Detroit, and is always looking for new places to try. Hit her up with recommendations on all social platforms at @menonrad. Also, you may call her Rad.

The Meaning Of Steve Lacy's "Bad Habit" Lyrics — A Contender For Song Of The Year And Record Of The ...

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The Meaning Of Steve Lacy’s “Bad Habit” Lyrics

The Grammy-nominated song is an anthem for those too scared to make the first move.

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Pedro Pascal (Photo by Michael Buckner/Variety/Penske Media via Getty Images)

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15 Photos Of 'The Last Of Us' Star Pedro Pascal That Cement His Zaddy Status

“I don’t think I was properly prepared for how hot Pedro Pascal is in this show.”

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LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 29: Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas attend The Fashion Awards 2021 at Roya...

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Priyanka Chopra & Nick Jonas’ Matching Tattoos Have A Romantic Meaning

Their ink is a reference to Jonas’ 2018 proposal.

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PARIS, FRANCE - JULY 06: (EDITORIAL USE ONLY - For Non-Editorial use please seek approval from Fashi...

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North West Will Make Her Acting Debut Alongside Mom Kim Kardashian

Saint West will also lend his voice to PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie.

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The Razzies Set Age Limit After Backlash For Nominating A Child For Worst Actress

Actors and filmmakers under 18 will no longer be considered for the awards show.

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How To Stream 'To Leslie'

The film’s lead Andrea Riseborough scored an Oscar nomination for her performance.

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NEW YORK, NY - AUGUST 19: Brendon Urie of Panic at the Disco is seen performing on NBC's 'Today' sho...

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Twitter Is Panicking Over Panic! At The Disco Breaking Up

“My entire teenage years have died.”

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Twitter Is Mad At The Razzie Awards For Nominating A Child For Worst Actress

National treasure Tom Hanks was also nominated for Worst Actor, Supporting Actor, and Couple.

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Dakota Johnson Shocks With Armie Hammer Cannibalism Joke At Sundance

She made an off-color joke about the 2017 movie Call Me By Your Name and his controversial past.

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Priyanka Chopra (Photo by Tyler Boye/WWD/Penske Media via Getty Images)

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Priyanka Chopra Jonas Opens Up About “High Stakes” Birth Of Daughter Malti

Malti Marie was born 3 months premature in January 2022.

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PARIS, FRANCE - JANUARY 22: (L-R) Stephen Hung wears aviator mirro sunglasses, a black scarf, a blue...

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Deb & Stephen Hung’s Net Worth Affords Them The Title “World’s Biggest Spenders”

The Bling Empire: New York stars purchased a fleet of 30 Rolls Royce cars for a cool $20 million.

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Pamela Anderson Opens Up About Childhood Abuse & Early Sexualization In A 'People' Interview

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Pamela Anderson Opens Up About Childhood Abuse & Early Sexualization

“I was very ashamed. I didn't tell anyone. I didn't know what to do.”

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Channing Tatum (L) and Jenna Dewan-Tatum attend Miu Miu's "The Woman Dress" screening party. (Photo ...

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Channing Tatum Calls Walking Away From Relationship With Jenna Dewan “Terrifying”

“We fought for it for a really long time, even though we both sort of knew that we had grown apart.”

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HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 26: Rihanna attends Marvel Studios' "Black Panther 2: Wakanda Foreve...

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Rihanna Shares Video Of 'Black Panther 2' Filmmakers' First Reaction To “Lift Me Up”

The song is a tribute to the late Chadwick Boseman and is already getting some pre-Oscars buzz.

By Radhika Menon
LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 16:  Riley Keough and Lisa Marie Presley arrive at ELLE's 24th Annual Wome...

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Riley Keough Joins Celebs Paying Tribute To Late Mom Lisa Marie Presley

Lisa Marie’s oldest daughter shared a beautiful memory.

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Emily Ratajkowski & Eric Andre Just Shared A Naked Valentine’s Day Photo

The model strengthened dating rumors with the comedian in a very saucy way.

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Nick Carter and Aaron Carter (Photo by John Sciulli/WireImage for YMI JEANSWEAR INTERNATIONAL)

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Nick Carter's Heartbreaking New Song Honors His Late Brother Aaron

“Miss you with all my heart, you know I always will.”

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WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 23: Swimmer Ryan Lochte poses for a portrait during the Team U...

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Ryan Lochte's Net Worth Could Grow From This Unexpected Reality TV Appearance

The former Olympian will appear on the American version of The Traitors starting Jan. 12.

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INDIO, CA - APRIL 13: Frank Ocean performs as part of Day 1 of the 2012 Coachella Valley Music & Art...

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Twitter Loves 2023’s Coachella Headliners Bad Bunny, BLACKPINK, & Frank Ocean

“Coachella is gonna make me broke but who cares!!!!”

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BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 10: 80th Annual GOLDEN GLOBE AWARDS -- Pictured: Honoree Eddie M...

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Eddie Murphy’s Net Worth Is No Joke — He Makes 8 Figures Per Movie

“Every bad decision I've made has been based on money,” the comedian said in 1996.

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