Bigg Boss 18 has been making headlines, especially with host Salman Khan’s recent remarks directed at contestant Karan Veer Mehra. On October 26, 2024, during the “Weekend Ka Vaar” episode, Salman confronted Karan about his troubled personal life, specifically his two divorces. This confrontation has sparked significant interest among fans and viewers of the show.
Salman Khan’s Confrontation
In a candid moment, Salman Khan addressed Karan Veer Mehra’s inability to maintain relationships outside the Bigg Boss house. He said, “Karan, bahar aap parivaar jod nahi paaye, aur yahan bhi parivaar jod nahi parahe ho” (Karan, you were unable to keep families together outside, and here the same thing is happening). This statement was made in response to Karan’s previous comments about his struggles with family dynamics. The host pointed out that Karan seemed to have trouble completing anything meaningful in his life, both inside and outside the show.
Salman’s remarks were not just critical; they also included a touch of humor. He joked about Karan’s one-liners not making much of an impact on the audience, suggesting that if he had been born 20-25 years later, he would have thrived on social media platforms with millions of followers. This playful banter was met with laughter from both Karan and other housemates.
Karan Veer Mehra’s Background
Karan Veer Mehra is no stranger to reality television. He gained fame as the winner of “Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 14” and has appeared in various Bollywood films like Ragini MMS 2 and Mere Dad Ki Maruti. However, it is his personal life that has often drawn attention. Karan was first married to Devika Mehra in 2009; their marriage lasted nine years before ending in divorce in 2018. He later married actress Nidhi Seth in 2021, but that relationship also ended after two years.
In previous interviews, Karan has opened up about the challenges he faced in his marriages. He attributed the failure of his first marriage to the pressures of stardom. “A childhood friendship of 10 years and another eight years of marriage could not withstand the blitz of the glamor world,” he explained. As his career progressed, he felt that both he and Devika drifted apart due to their respective commitments to their careers.
Emotional Moments on Bigg Boss
During the episode, Karan became emotional while discussing his past relationships. He admitted to feeling inadequate in maintaining a family unit. “I’m realizing that I don’t have the capability of keeping a family together,” he expressed while speaking with fellow contestants. This vulnerability resonated with viewers but also drew criticism from Salman Khan for appearing to play the victim card.
Salman emphasized that Karan needed to be more straightforward in his gameplay rather than hiding behind emotional narratives. The host encouraged him to engage openly with other contestants instead of creating unnecessary drama from behind the scenes.
Audience Reactions
Viewers have responded mixedly to this confrontation. Some appreciate Salman Khan’s direct approach, believing it holds contestants accountable for their actions. Others feel that Karan’s emotional struggles deserve empathy rather than ridicule. Social media platforms have been abuzz with discussions about this episode, highlighting how personal issues are often intertwined with gameplay on reality shows.
Fans are particularly intrigued by how Karan will navigate these challenges moving forward in the competition. His ability to manage both personal emotions and strategic gameplay will likely determine his longevity in Bigg Boss 18.
