Jay Bhanushali Criticises Bigg Boss 20 Contestants Over Daughter's Involvement

Actor Jay Bhanushali has voiced his outrage concerning actions of contestants on Bigg Boss 20, asserting that they have inappropriately brought his daughter, Tara, into their disputes with his ex-wife, Mahhi Vij. The situation escalated during a recent episode, where it was reported that contestants such as Yung DSA, Kanika Mann, and Love Gill made comments regarding Tara, a move that Jay found unacceptable.

In a statement shared on Instagram, Jay explained that he had made the decision to prevent his children from watching Bigg Boss 20. He emphasised that his priority is the well-being of his children, stating, "After witnessing everything on Bigg Boss, I have made one decision as a father: I will not let my children watch Bigg Boss anymore."

Jay's post highlighted his intention to refrain from commenting on the contestants' gameplay, stressing that family members should not be involved in the show's conflicts. He asserted that his children's innocence and peace should be respected, further stating, "Getting a child to put someone down is absurd. Honestly, why are our children being dragged into something they have absolutely no connection with?"

The controversy intensified when remarks made by Yung DSA suggested that Tara and her siblings might one day feel disappointed in their mother's actions. Additionally, Kanika Mann articulated that she would never wish to meet Mahhi's children. Jay condemned these statements, asserting, "Tara is a seven-year-old baby. She is not a contestant of Bigg Boss."

Jay continued by expressing that while contestants could critique Mahhi’s game strategies, crossing the line by introducing personal matters involving children or motherhood was inappropriate. He reiterated, "Bigg Boss is a game. Disagree with Mahhi, question her gameplay and challenge her decisions, but bringing her children, motherhood and personal life into it is crossing a boundary."

As the conflict unfolded in the Bigg Boss house, Mahhi found herself at the centre of further arguments, particularly with Love Gill. This dispute began during a nomination task, where Love accused Mahhi of being a 'home breaker.' After clarification from Mahhi regarding the origin of the comment, tensions visibly escalated, with Mahhi expressing her distress over personal remarks made concerning her family.

In a response to Jay's condemnation, Mahhi's team expressed gratitude for his support, reflecting the complexities and emotional challenges surrounding the ongoing reality show narrative. During the episode, Mahhi was seen breaking down emotionally due to the heated exchanges, further demonstrating the personal ramifications of the competitive environment fostered within Bigg Boss 20.

Bigg Boss, hosted by Salman Khan, continues to broadcast on JioHotstar and Colours TV. The current season has attracted significant viewership, yet this incident highlights the border between entertainment and family vulnerabilities, voicing concerns over the responsibilities that come with participating in reality television.