Salman Khan blasts contestants for body shaming Ashnoor.
Weeks after Tanya Mittal and Neelam Giri mocked Ashnoor Kaur, Salman Khan condemned their body-shaming remarks on Bigg Boss.
The latest episode of Bigg Boss 19 turned intense when host Salman Khan took contestants Tanya Mittal and Neelam Giri to task for their cruel remarks about fellow contestant and actor Ashnoor Kaur. The superstar, known for his no-nonsense attitude during the show’s “Weekend Ka Vaar” episodes, didn’t hold back as he confronted the two women over their body-shaming comments, which had earlier sparked outrage among fans on social media.
(Tanya and Neelam, what do you think about Ashnoor?). Trying to diffuse the tension, Neelam quickly replied, “Achhi lag rahi hai” (She’s looking good). Tanya added, “Bilkul princess jaisi lag rahi hai” (She’s looking like a princess). But Salman, clearly aware of their earlier comments, was not ready to let it slide.
With a sharp tone, he said, “Accha? Ab kyu nahi bol rahi?” (Oh really? Neelam, you seemed so proud of your gossip earlier—why are you silent now?).
The room fell silent as the contestants looked on, visibly uncomfortable. Ashnoor, though hurt, maintained her composure. Salman’s rebuke was not just about defending one person—it was a larger statement about respect and empathy. “You all are here to entertain, not to humiliate someone for how they look,” he added sternly. “Do you think this kind of behavior makes you strong? It only shows your weakness.”
The confrontation struck a chord with viewers. Social media erupted with praise for Salman’s stand against body shaming, with hashtags like #WeStandWithAshnoor and #SalmanKhanSupportsAshnoor trending within hours of the promo’s release. Fans lauded the actor for addressing an issue that often gets brushed aside in reality television.
Ashnoor, known for her poise and maturity since her child-acting days, has faced online trolling before but rarely responded publicly. Sources close to the show revealed that she was deeply affected by the comments but chose to remain dignified, earning even more admiration from audiences.
Salman Khan’s intervention on Bigg Boss 19 serves as a timely reminder that entertainment should never come at the cost of another person’s dignity. His firm but fair words sent a clear message—not just to Tanya and Neelam, but to anyone who thinks casual insults are harmless. Respect, he reminded them, is the true mark of character.