The reality show Bigg Boss OTT has always been known for its high drama and controversial moments. However, the recent season stirred up a new controversy when Akanksha Puri, a former contestant, raised questions about the show's team and the channel's double standards. Puri highlighted the use of teasers and thumbnails featuring her infamous kiss with Jad Hadid, highlighting the need for consistent standards in promoting and addressing sensitive issues. Here’s what happened that led to this controversy.

The Kiss Controversy

Following her eviction from Bigg Boss OTT 2, Akanksha Puri talked about her on-screen kiss with Jad Hadid. Puri expressed her discontent with the show's team for exploiting the kiss through teasers and stills for promotional purposes. She pointed out the irony of her swift eviction, while Jad Hadid remained inside the house. Puri further referenced host Salman Khan's disappointment with the incident and his warning of potentially leaving the show. Additionally, Khan had reprimanded Jad Hadid for labeling Puri a "bad kisser" behind her back.

Puri Exposes Double Standards

In a live interview on the Eloelo app, Akanksha Puri called out the double standards employed by Bigg Boss OTT 2 and its associated channel. She raised valid concerns about the inconsistent handling of controversial moments on the show. Puri highlighted instances where the show had reprimanded contestants for speaking in Hindi or not wearing their microphones correctly but failed to intervene during the kiss incident. She questioned why the show didn't label it as a task and put an immediate stop to it. Puri emphasized that if the kiss was such a significant issue, it should have been dealt with promptly and consistently.

Exploitative Promotion

Akanksha Puri also shed light on the exploitative promotion tactics employed by the show and the channel. After her eviction, she discovered that the kiss had been used as a teaser and extensively promoted. Thumbnails showcasing the kiss were labeled as the "hottest kiss ever," further accentuating the controversy. Puri expressed her perplexity at the apparent double standards, as the show seemingly sensationalized the very incident it claimed to disapprove of. The promotion strategy left her and many fans questioning the true intentions behind such actions.

Fan Support and Agreement

Akanksha Puri's statements resonated with numerous fans who shared their agreement and support on social media platforms. Many users expressed their frustration with the perceived manipulation of the show for TRP ratings. They echoed Puri's sentiments, saying that if Salman Khan and the channel had genuine concerns about the incident, they should have intervened promptly instead of capitalizing on it through teasers and thumbnails. The consensus among fans was that the show's credibility and authenticity were compromised in the pursuit of higher ratings.

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Akanksha Puri Opens Up About Her Kiss With Jad