The online feud involving comedian Jamie Lever and former 'Bigg Boss 19' contestant Tanya Mittal has escalated, with Lever announcing a temporary departure from social media platforms following significant public backlash. The controversy stems from a skit posted by Lever, which has sparked a heated debate about sensitivity and body shaming in comedy.
The Spark: A Viral Skit on a Viral Moment
Tanya Mittal, despite her eviction, remains a popular figure from the reality show 'Bigg Boss 19'. Several of her clips, including one where she was seen crying, have gained massive traction online. Capitalizing on this, actress and comedian Jamie Lever—daughter of veteran comic Johnny Lever—recently shared a video where she recreated and performed a comedic take on Mittal's emotional segment.
In the imitation, Lever stated she respects the "entertainer no. 1" from the variety show. She captioned the post, "One of a kind toh hai! Tanya ?? #Biggboss #bb #tanya #biggboss19." The video quickly went viral, but the reaction from netizens was sharply divided.
Public Outcry and Accusations of Insensitivity
The video's comment section soon turned into a battleground. While some applauded Lever's comedic talent, a large section of the audience criticized the skit for being mean-spirited and targeting Mittal.
Many users accused the act of crossing the line into body shaming under the guise of humor. One comment highlighted, "Body shaming is so common comedy ke naam pe." Another user expressed disappointment, writing, "This is sad that you being so famous and reputable still body shaming one... How is this even funny?" However, others defended Mittal directly, with comments like, "She is best entertainer. Of bb... kya bandi hai yaar taniyaa amazing."
Lever's Response: A Break and a Clarification
As the backlash intensified, Jamie Lever took to her social media yesterday to announce she was stepping back. In a now-deleted post, she shared a reflective note. She expressed gratitude for her gift of bringing joy but acknowledged that not everyone would laugh with her. She mentioned recent events made her feel she had "lost a small part" of herself and concluded by saying she was taking time to "rest and reset," signing off with "See you next year."
However, in a swift new development, Lever posted another update using the text-on-black feature. This new statement sought to clarify that her previous post was related to "personal matters" and the need for family time. She directly addressed the media, stating, "there is NO truth in what is being shared currently." Ending on a defiant note, she promised a comeback with more comedy, signing off with "See you in 2026!"
The sequence of events—from the viral skit to the public criticism, the announcement of a social media hiatus, and the subsequent clarification—has kept netizens engaged, debating the boundaries of comedy and the personal impact of online call-out culture.
