MUMBAI: Bigg Boss 19 continues to dominate Indian television, consistently ranking among the top twenty most-watched shows on the BARC charts each week.
Packed with emotions, clashes, and constantly changing alliances, the show stays among the most engaging and talked-about reality programmes in the country.
Bigg Boss 19 has once again become a hotbed of controversy, this time due to a remark made by contestant Kunickaa Sadanand, which viewers across social media have labelled as insensitive and unacceptable.
The issue unfolded during a heated argument in the house where Kunickaa, already known this season for her blunt and confrontational style, lost her cool and called fellow contestant Malti a “lesbian.”
The moment immediately triggered outrage online, as many viewers accused Kunickaa of using sexuality as an insult.
Clips of the incident went viral within minutes, with fans and LGBTQIA+ supporters questioning why such language is still being used in a derogatory way on national television.
According to the episode footage, the fight escalated when Malti tried to defend herself during a group disagreement.
Kunickaa, visibly irritated, suddenly blurted out the remark that left both housemates and viewers shocked. Malti was taken aback but maintained her composure, avoiding further confrontation.
Social media reactions were swift and intense. Many viewers pointed out that using “lesbian” as a slur contributes to stigma and reinforces harmful stereotypes.
One user wrote, “Calling someone a lesbian is not an insult. The way she used it is disgusting and outdated.” Another commented, “This is 2025. Such language should not be tolerated on television.”
Fans demanded strict action, arguing that contestants should be held accountable for remarks that target personal identity, sexuality, or community groups.
Some called on Bigg Boss makers to issue a warning or reprimand Kunickaa for her behaviour.
Inside the house, several contestants were seen discussing the moment, expressing discomfort over the direction the fight took.
A few reportedly felt that Kunickaa crossed a line, especially considering Malti never brought sexuality into the conversation.
This incident has added yet another layer of controversy to an already volatile season, where allegations of bias, frequent arguments, and clashes over personal boundaries continue to dominate discussions.
Viewers now await whether Bigg Boss or host Salman Khan will address the matter in the upcoming Weekend Ka Vaar episode, as pressure builds to take action.
With the debate gaining momentum, one thing is clear: audiences are no longer willing to overlook remarks that demean identity or reinforce harmful stereotypes, and they expect accountability from contestants representing themselves on national television.
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