The buzz around Bigg Boss 19 is growing stronger as the show’s makers introduce a new twist even before the season begins. Fans are being asked to vote between two hopefuls Shehbaz Badesha and Mridul Tiwari to decide who gets to step inside the house first.
But not everyone is happy with this idea. Actress and singer Shehnaaz Gill, who has experienced the Bigg Boss journey herself during Season 13, has spoken up. Shehnaaz believes this selection method is “unfair,” especially since one of the contestants is her own brother, Shehbaz.
Shehnaaz Said
Shehnaaz shared her thoughts in a heartfelt message. She reminded fans how Shehbaz had always dreamed of being on the show and had earlier appeared briefly during her season, where viewers loved his presence. Now, when he finally has the chance to participate fully, she feels it’s not right that his fate depends solely on early voting. Both Shehbaz and Mridul deserve to go inside. The real challenge of Bigg Boss can only be understood after living in the house. Fans should support Shehbaz, but ideally, both should be given the opportunity to prove themselves.
The Voting Twist: “Fans Ka Faisla”
The makers of Bigg Boss 19 have branded this pre-show contest as “Fans Ka Faisla” (The Audience’s Decision).
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Voting is live on the JioHotstar app.
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The window is open from August 14 to August 21, 2025, until 11:59 PM IST.
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The winner will be announced during the Grand Premiere on August 24, 2025, with Salman Khan hosting.
Shehnaaz’s plea has already sparked strong reactions online:
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Support for Shehbaz: Many loyal fans of Shehnaaz are rallying behind her brother, pledging their votes to ensure he makes it inside.
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Fairness Debate: Some viewers agree with Shehnaaz that both Shehbaz and Mridul should be allowed in, calling the twist a marketing gimmick.
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Excitement Factor: Others argue that this early voting is a smart way to build hype and engage the audience even before the season begins.
Every season of Bigg Boss is remembered for its unique characters, unpredictable fights, and heartwarming friendships. The audience-voting twist may add drama before the show even starts, but it also highlights how high the stakes are this year. The twist is part of the “Fans Ka Faisla” segment, which lets the audience decide between the two contestants. Voting is open on the JioHotstar app until August 21, and the result will be revealed during the Grand Premiere on August 24, 2025. If Shehbaz gets in, fans will be curious to see whether he can replicate Shehnaaz’s magic or create his own mark. If Mridul wins, the digital star could bring in a new audience demographic, making the season more diverse.Shehnaaz Gill has urged fans to support her brother Shehbaz but also stressed that both contenders should get a fair chance to experience the Bigg Boss journey. Whether the audience agrees or not will be clear on premiere night.