Cinema VinesDuring the weekend episode of Bigg Boss 20, Salman Khan took to the screen to confront a wave of online harassment that has been targeting his longtime friend and co‑star, Katrina Kaif. The Bollywood superstar, who appeared shirt‑less in a recent episode, used the platform to defend Kaif against a barrage of cruel comments about her post‑pregnancy appearance.
Kaif, who recently attended a Ganpati celebration hosted by the Ambani family in Mumbai, has been the subject of harsh social‑media commentary since the event. Critics have focused on her weight gain after giving birth to her first child, prompting widespread vitriol from internet users. In response, several voices have rallied to protect the actress, and Salman Khan joined the chorus of supporters.
During the show, the issue arose when YouTuber ScoutOP urged his gaming community to “finish her off” after a confrontation involving contestant Arishfa Khan. Khan immediately stepped in, condemning the practice of targeting people—especially celebrities—on their looks to generate clicks and revenue. He stated, “Kisi ko neecha dikha ke aap paise kama rahe hain,” translating to “You are making money by putting someone down.” He highlighted that trolls often focus on body, weight, appearance, family, career setbacks, and milestones such as motherhood.
Addressing the specific criticism aimed at Kaif, Khan questioned the rationale behind judging a mother’s weight, noting, “Pregnant hone ke baad everyone puts on weight.” He added that she would regain fitness upon returning to film work and that she should be allowed time with her family. Khan also challenged anonymous trolls, asking why someone who is “so dissatisfied with their own face” would attack another’s appearance. He reflected on his own experience with trolling, remarking that people celebrate others’ failures and target them for ageing, and he questioned the motives behind such harassment, asking, “What do you want to troll and why do you want to troll?”
In a broader critique, Khan suggested that some producers or actors might encourage trolling by paying individuals to target celebrities online. His comments on the show have sparked discussion about the ethics of online harassment and the responsibility of industry figures to protect their peers from undue criticism.
