The grand finale of Bigg Boss 19 took an unexpected turn when host Salman Khan addressed evicted contestant Baseer Ali regarding statements he made against the show's producers. The interaction, which aired during the live finale on December 7, 2025, sparked debate among viewers about the fairness and justification of Salman's remarks.
Salman Khan confronted Baseer about his critical comments made outside the Bigg Boss house, directly stating that Baseer had spoken against the makers, the format, and even Salman himself. Khan reminded Baseer that Bigg Boss provided him with a significant platform. He further cautioned that if the show had chosen to highlight sensitive topics, such as comments about Baseer's sexuality or potentially misconstrued statements, it could have severely damaged his public image.
Salman elaborated that Baseer's negativity was harmful to his relationships with production houses. He referenced Baseer's prior complaints about a lack of attention, clarifying that this did not justify disparaging the show. Salman concluded by advising Baseer to be more thoughtful, as openly discrediting a platform makes individuals less desirable to work with in the entertainment industry.
Adding to the finale's drama, Salman also questioned Baseer and Nehal Chudasama about unfollowing each other on social media. Nehal stated that Baseer unfollowed her after seeing a fan-made edit. Baseer's reaction indicated a desire to distance himself from her.
The finale commenced with Salman teasing the top 5 finalists: Tanya Mittal, Farhana Bhatt, Pranit More, Amaal Mallik, and Gaurav Khanna. He engaged in playful banter with the finalists, setting a light yet tense mood. Amaal Mallik was told by Salman Khan that he began his journey strongly but failed to maintain momentum. The grand finale also included lighthearted moments, such as Salman Khan joking with Nagma Mirajkar and Awez Darbar about their social media activity and upcoming wedding plans. Additionally, Salman Khan became emotional while honoring the late actor Dharmendra with a throwback video.
The confrontation between Salman and Baseer has divided fans, with some supporting Salman's stance and others viewing it as overly harsh. The finale continues with the announcement of eliminations and the ultimate winner of Bigg Boss 19. As of now, Gaurav Khanna and Farrhana Bhatt are in the Top 2, and Pranit is out of the race.
