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Bigg Boss 20 Faces Criticism

Asim Riaz and Rajiv Adatia criticise contestants, express disappointment

Mumbai Alert · Showbiz Desk
Mumbai Alert · Showbiz Desk
Showbiz Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Mon, 07 September 2026 at 03:55 pm
Bigg Boss 20 Faces Criticism

Bigg Boss 20 premiered on September 6, with Salman Khan returning as the host of the reality show. The season's theme is 'Tathastu', which means 'so be it', and contestants will reportedly get two chances to survive in the house.

The contestant lineup includes Kanika Mann, Aasif Khan, Mary Kom, Isha Rikhi, Qazi Touqeer, Rhiti Tiwari, Amrapali Dubey, Love Gill, Harsh Machare, Tanmay Singh, Arishfa Khan, Kushal Tanwar, Aman Gandhi, and Uditi Singh.

However, following the premiere episode, some viewers appeared disappointed with the lineup, with several social media users questioning the popularity and familiarity of the contestants. Former Bigg Boss contestants also shared their thoughts about the season on social media.

Asim Riaz, who was previously a contestant on Bigg Boss 13, took a blunt dig at the new season, writing 'Another flop season loading' before deleting the post. Bigg Boss OTT 3 winner Sana Makbul also appeared to take a dig at one of the contestants, although she did not directly name anyone.

Rajiv Adatia also shared his opinion after watching the opening episode, writing 'I wish there was a better line up of Contestants! Only person I really know is Kanika and Mary Kom… the rest don’t really know them.. anyway good luck!' However, his post is no longer visible on his social media account, suggesting that he may have deleted it after facing criticism over his remarks.

The reactions from former contestants and viewers suggest that the new season of Bigg Boss has failed to impress, with many expressing disappointment over the lineup of contestants. The show's concept and theme may not be the issue, but rather the selection of participants.

Bigg Boss has been a popular reality show in India, with a large following and a history of controversy and drama. The show's success depends on the engagement and interest of its viewers, and the current season's lineup may not be enough to keep them hooked.

The criticism from former contestants and viewers may be a wake-up call for the show's producers, who may need to rethink their strategy for selecting contestants and creating engaging content.

In the end, the success of Bigg Boss 20 will depend on its ability to entertain and engage its viewers, despite the initial disappointment over the lineup of contestants.

The show's host, Salman Khan, will play a crucial role in keeping the show interesting and lively, and the contestants will need to work hard to win over the hearts of the viewers.

Only time will tell if Bigg Boss 20 will be able to overcome the initial criticism and become a successful season.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hosting Bigg Boss 20?

Salman Khan is hosting Bigg Boss 20.

What is the theme of Bigg Boss 20?

The theme of Bigg Boss 20 is 'Tathastu', which means 'so be it'.

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