While the curtains fell on Bigg Boss 19 on December 7, the controversies from the house are far from over. Adding fresh fuel to the post-season drama, former contestant Shehbaz Badesha has dropped a bombshell, directly challenging the authenticity of the much-discussed connection between fellow housemates Abhishek Bajaj and Ashnoor Kaur.
Shehbaz Badesha's Blunt Accusation: "It Was A Fake Game"
In a no-holds-barred conversation with interviewer Siddharth Kannan, Shehbaz was questioned about the nature of Abhishek and Ashnoor's relationship. The ex-contestant did not hold back, offering a brutally honest perspective that contradicted the duo's portrayal of a close bond.
When asked if he believed there was genuine love between them, Shehbaz responded unequivocally in Hindi, stating, "There was no love at all between Abhishek and Ashnoor. It was a game, and a fake one." He further dismissed their claims of being best friends, asserting that he would only speak based on his own observations inside the house, which revealed nothing of the sort.
The Pranit More Eviction: A Revealing Moment
Shehbaz pointed to a specific incident as proof of his claims. He highlighted the pivotal moment when contestant Pranit More had to choose between evicting Abhishek or Ashnoor. Pranit decided to save Ashnoor, sending Abhishek out of the house.
According to Shehbaz, Abhishek's subsequent behavior, especially during the grand finale, exposed the truth. He posed a rhetorical question: "If their bond had been genuine and truly strong, then wouldn't Abhishek have met Pranit fondly during the finale?"
Shehbaz emphasized that Abhishek did not congratulate or even shake hands with Pranit when they shared the stage at the finale. For Shehbaz, this coldness was telling. He argued that a real friend would have been happy that their bond's partner was still in the competition, rather than holding a grudge against the person who made a game decision.
Bigg Boss 19: The Final Outcome
This controversy adds another layer to the narrative of a season that concluded with Gaurav Khanna lifting the winner's trophy. Farrhana Bhatt secured the runner-up position. The top five contestants also included Pranit More, Tanya Mittal, and Amaal Mallik.
Shehbaz Badesha's candid comments have reignited discussions among fans, forcing them to re-evaluate the relationships they witnessed on screen. His allegations underscore the perennial debate about what is real and what is strategic performance within the high-pressure environment of the Bigg Boss house.