Bigg Boss 19: Controversy Swirls as Farrhana Bhatt's Team Accuses Salman Khan of Favoritism

The latest season of Bigg Boss 19 is embroiled in controversy, with allegations of bias against host Salman Khan gaining traction. Farrhana Bhatt, a contestant on the show, has found herself at the center of several heated debates, and now her team is publicly accusing Khan of favoring fellow contestant Gaurav Khanna and others. This comes amidst existing criticism of Khan for his remarks towards another contestant, Tanya Mittal, further fueling the perception of biased behavior on the reality show.

The accusations from Bhatt's team stem from recent episodes where Salman Khan appeared to reprimand Bhatt for her comments about Khanna and the television industry. During a Weekend Ka Vaar episode, Khan called out Bhatt for what he deemed "snarky remarks" and "disrespectful comments" directed at Khanna, particularly regarding his success as a television actor. He defended Khanna's career, highlighting his popularity and dedication, and even stated that his own mother enjoys Khanna's performances. Khan questioned Bhatt's "ignorant" attitude, suggesting she was out of touch with Khanna's established fame and the reach of television.

Bhatt had questioned Khanna's self-proclaimed "superstar" status, leading to a heated exchange where she implied that she and fellow contestant Tanya Mittal had never seen Khanna in any shows. She also seemed to mock the television industry, which Salman Khan strongly refuted. He reminded her that many successful actors, including Shah Rukh Khan, started on stage or television, defending the medium's reach and the hard work of television actors.

The situation escalated when Khan offered Bhatt an exit from the show, stating that the platform was "too small" for her. He even directed the production team to open the gates, leaving Bhatt in tears. This prompted a strong reaction from viewers, with many comparing Bhatt to previous controversial contestants and criticizing her behavior as "unacceptable".

However, Bhatt's team and some viewers argue that Khan's response was disproportionate and that he was unfairly targeting Bhatt while showing favoritism towards Khanna. They point to Khan's praise for Khanna's composed demeanor during the argument and his defense of Khanna's career as evidence of bias. Some fans have also alleged that a leaked screenshot revealed Khanna as the pre-determined winner of Bigg Boss 19, further fueling suspicions of a rigged show.

Adding to the controversies surrounding Bhatt, her family recently took legal action against Amaal Mallik's aunt, Roshan Garry Bhinder, for allegedly calling Bhatt a "terrorist" in a YouTube interview. The family has filed a defamation suit, seeking ₹1 crore in damages for reputational and emotional harm. This legal battle underscores the heightened tensions and personal attacks that have become a hallmark of this Bigg Boss season.

Salman Khan has also faced criticism for his remarks towards Tanya Mittal during a Weekend Ka Vaar episode. He publicly exposed her strategy to nominate Amaal Mallik, using what some viewers deemed a "cheap" and "inappropriate" innuendo. This incident has led to accusations of "character assassination" and reinforced the perception of bias towards certain contestants.

As Bigg Boss 19 progresses, the controversies continue to mount, raising questions about fairness, ethical conduct, and the role of the host in shaping public perception within the house. Whether the accusations of favoritism will impact the show's outcome remains to be seen, but the debates surrounding Salman Khan's actions have undoubtedly added fuel to the already fiery season.