Shehbaz Badesha Faces Backlash After Invoking Sidharth Shukla’s Name on Bigg Boss 19
Bigg Boss 19 contestant Shehbaz Badesha finds himself in hot water after claiming that late actor Sidharth Shukla’s fans would vote for him. Viewers call out the statement as overconfident and disrespectful.
A casual statement from Shehbaz Badesha during the latest Bigg Boss 19 episode has snowballed into a social media storm. While talking about his chances in the show, Shehbaz said that Sidharth Shukla’s fans, the late actor’s massive fanbase from Bigg Boss 13, would be supporting him this season.
What seemed like a moment of self-assurance quickly rubbed people the wrong way. For many viewers, it felt like he was trying to ride on the legacy of someone who earned that love through years of hard work and authenticity.
Fans Didn’t Take It Lightly
It didn’t take long for social media to erupt. Loyal “Sidhearts”, Sidharth’s global fan community were vocal about their disappointment. Comments poured in, with many calling Shehbaz’s words “tone-deaf” and “opportunistic.”
Fans pointed out that their loyalty to Sidharth isn’t transferable. They see him as a symbol of integrity and individuality, his qualities can’t be borrowed by name-dropping. To them, Shehbaz’s comment wasn’t confidence, it was a misstep that showed poor judgment.
Confidence or Misplaced Comparison?
To be fair, Shehbaz might have intended to express self-belief rather than disrespect. But in a house where every word becomes a headline, intent often gets lost. Bigg Boss is as much about perception as it is about performance, and this statement has clearly dented his image among viewers.
Many feel that instead of leaning on another person’s fame, Shehbaz should focus on building his own identity inside the house, something only genuine actions and consistency can achieve.
What Happens Next
Shehbaz hasn’t clarified his remark yet, but the backlash has already taken a life of its own. Whether he bounces back or continues to be defined by this controversy depends on what he does next.
If he wants fans to see him as more than “Shehnaaz Gill’s brother” or “Sidharth’s friend,” he’ll need to let his gameplay speak louder than borrowed names.
Because in Bigg Boss, confidence helps but authenticity wins hearts.
