Updated 24 July 2024 at 01:03 IST
The latest season of Bigg Boss OTT has been marred by controversy since the start, with YouTuber Armaan Malik at the centre of the storm. A recent video from inside the house left fans and social media users reeling in shock. The clip, allegedly taken from the livestream, showed an intimate moment between Armaan and his second wife, Kritika Malik. The footage sparked widespread outrage and backlash. Now, Armaan's first wife, Payal, has broken her silence about the alleged shocking incident.
In one of her recent YouTube vlogs, Payal addressed the viral video, saying it was edited. Payal appealed to viewers, saying, “Whoever has shared the video claiming it is Armaan and Kritika’s I would request them with folded hands to stop.” She reiterated that the video is edited and clarified, “Having stayed in the Bigg Boss house, I can confirm there are no lamps like those in the clip.” She added, “The blanket is also different. Anyone familiar with the house will recognise the clip as fake.”
However, in another vlog, Payal also revealed her decision to divorce Armaan Malik and relocate with her children, stating she has had enough of polygamy. She expressed that the negative attention directed at her children is both "shocking and disgusting".
Even after days, social media users have expressed their continued disapproval. One person, sharing the video on X, commented, "I can't believe what I've just seen. This goes too far for a reality show."
In response to the backlash, JioCinema clarified that the viral video had been edited to include clips of other people and was therefore manipulated. JioCinema also issued an official statement after rumours began circulating that the show might be cancelled due to the leaked footage.
Published 24 July 2024 at 01:03 IST