Discussion around whether Bigg Boss is truly a game of public votes or a scripted spectacle has resurfaced after ex-contestants from different seasons made strong claims. In a recent podcast, Paras Chhabra — known from earlier seasons — and former Bigg Boss 19 contestant Baseer Ali sat down to share their experiences inside the house. Their conversation has fueled fresh speculation over whether the show’s journey and eventual winners are secretly decided by makers, rather than by real voting.
Paras remembered a time when he was undergoing a major finger surgery — complete with a plaster and a rod — during his stint. Despite the visible injury, the show’s cameras and the Weekend Ka Vaar episodes did not show a single mention of it, he revealed. In contrast, health issues of other contestants like Siddharth Shukla were covered extensively on screen at the time. Paras argues this proves selective editing — favouring contestants earmarked to go all the way. He suggested that occurrences like his surgery were deliberately concealed so audiences wouldn’t empathise with him.
Baseer Ali echoed the sentiment. While talking to Paras, he claimed that his eviction from Bigg Boss 19 was not a result of public voting, but a deliberate decision by producers. According to him, despite being considered a strong contender, it became evident that they were never going to allow me to win or take home that trophy.
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Audience and online reaction: Social media weighs in
Fans and former viewers are now revisiting past seasons — and many say the pattern fits. Complaints about “scripted” exits, repeated double evictions and selective presentation are flooding social-media feeds and discussion forums. Tweets and posts with hashtags like #BiggBossScripted and #RiggedReality have surged, reflecting widespread disillusionment among a section of viewers.
There are sceptics too. Some argue that reality-TV editing always shapes storylines — but that does not mean the winner is “fixed.” They stress that the basic format involves public voting and intermittent tasks: the rest is production.
What this means for Bigg Boss 19 finale and future seasons
With just a few episodes left in Bigg Boss 19, these allegations could reshape how fans watch the show. Trust in transparency, voting fairness and authenticity — cornerstones of any public-voted reality series — now stand questioned. If these statements hold weight, there could be larger repercussions for the show’s credibility going forward.
Until official responses from the makers emerge — or internal footage is released — the debate remains open. What’s clear: for many viewers, Bigg Boss may never look the same again.
