For over a decade, Bigg Boss has been the undisputed king of Indian reality television — a cocktail of chaos, confrontation, and pure entertainment. Whether it’s fiery fights, dramatic love stories, or those infamous weekend showdowns, the show has become a ritual for millions. And at the heart of it all stands Salman Khan — the ultimate host who laughs, scolds, and schools contestants with equal flair. But have you ever wondered — does Salman actually watch every episode before taking the stage?
In an exclusive chat with India Today, Bigg Boss 19 producer Rishi Negi of Banijay Asia and EndemolShine India addressed the long-standing fan theory — that the superstar host is briefed or “guided” by the makers before he walks onto the Weekend Ka Vaar stage. Negi revealed that Salman takes his role seriously and stays deeply involved in the process.
Does Salman Khan watch each episode of Bigg Boss?
According to Negi, the actor makes it a point to catch up on the week’s drama. “Salman does try to watch the episodes,” he explained, adding that when he can’t keep up with the daily telecasts, he sits down with the team on weekends to go through one or two hours of key footage. During these sessions, he reviews the biggest moments from the house — from heated arguments to emotional breakdowns — before stepping into the host’s chair.
The team ensures that Salman Khan personally watches the relevant footage, giving him full clarity on the context before the weekend. Once he’s caught up, the discussions begin. Negi explained that Salman forms his own opinion on what’s right or wrong, and the team engages in discussions and debates before heading to the shoot, shaping each weekend episode through this collaborative process.
Salman Khan brings his own insight
Negi also shared that Salman isn’t just reacting to what the team tells him — he comes in with his own insights and inputs. The producer explained that the actor often hears feedback from friends and acquaintances who watch the show religiously, giving him a pulse on audience sentiment. Negi mentioned that Salman stays deeply involved with everything happening inside the house and with the contestants. He added that the weekend episodes are crafted by blending Salman’s perspective with the creators’ vision and the constant stream of audience feedback.
The producer didn’t shy away from addressing another hot topic — the frequent accusation that Salman is biased or simply says what the makers feed him through an earpiece. Laughing off the claim, Negi remarked that anyone who truly knows Salman would find that impossible to believe because it's not possible to make the actor say anything he does not believe in.
In an exclusive chat with India Today, Bigg Boss 19 producer Rishi Negi of Banijay Asia and EndemolShine India addressed the long-standing fan theory — that the superstar host is briefed or “guided” by the makers before he walks onto the Weekend Ka Vaar stage. Negi revealed that Salman takes his role seriously and stays deeply involved in the process.
Does Salman Khan watch each episode of Bigg Boss?
According to Negi, the actor makes it a point to catch up on the week’s drama. “Salman does try to watch the episodes,” he explained, adding that when he can’t keep up with the daily telecasts, he sits down with the team on weekends to go through one or two hours of key footage. During these sessions, he reviews the biggest moments from the house — from heated arguments to emotional breakdowns — before stepping into the host’s chair.
The team ensures that Salman Khan personally watches the relevant footage, giving him full clarity on the context before the weekend. Once he’s caught up, the discussions begin. Negi explained that Salman forms his own opinion on what’s right or wrong, and the team engages in discussions and debates before heading to the shoot, shaping each weekend episode through this collaborative process.
Salman Khan brings his own insight
Negi also shared that Salman isn’t just reacting to what the team tells him — he comes in with his own insights and inputs. The producer explained that the actor often hears feedback from friends and acquaintances who watch the show religiously, giving him a pulse on audience sentiment. Negi mentioned that Salman stays deeply involved with everything happening inside the house and with the contestants. He added that the weekend episodes are crafted by blending Salman’s perspective with the creators’ vision and the constant stream of audience feedback.
The producer didn’t shy away from addressing another hot topic — the frequent accusation that Salman is biased or simply says what the makers feed him through an earpiece. Laughing off the claim, Negi remarked that anyone who truly knows Salman would find that impossible to believe because it's not possible to make the actor say anything he does not believe in.
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