Bigg Boss 20 has barely begun, and the drama is already reaching a boiling point. Among the many clashes in the house, the brewing “cold war” between television actress Mahhi Vij and Bhojpuri sensation Aamrapali Dubey has become the talk of the town. A seemingly casual joke has spiraled into a cultural debate, leaving netizens divided and the tension inside the house palpable.
Here is a complete breakdown of the ongoing feud, what exactly was said, and why it has sparked such intense backlash online.
What Sparked the Cold War?
The friction started in the bathroom area where Aamrapali Dubey was getting ready. As she prepared to drape her saree, she politely asked co-contestant Qazi to step aside for some privacy. While the request was straightforward, Mahhi Vij decided to interject with a teasing remark. She jokingly told Qazi, “Jata nahi yaha se, uske man tha dekhne ka. Keh raha, ‘Maine dekhna hai Bhabhi ko saree pehnte hue'” (He doesn’t want to leave, he wants to watch Bhabhi wear her saree). While Mahhi passed it off as a lighthearted jest, Aamrapali was visibly uncomfortable and disappointed by the comment.
This clip captures the ongoing tension and arguments between Mahhi and Aamrapali inside the Bigg Boss house:
The Cultural Significance: Aamrapali’s Stance
For Aamrapali, the issue wasn’t just about a distasteful joke—it was about the cultural weight of the word “Bhabhi”. In the Bhojpuri film industry and culture, the term holds a deeply respectful, almost maternal significance.
Later addressing the remark directly, Aamrapali calmly but firmly laid down her boundaries. “Yaar Mahhi ji, Bhojpuri culture mein bhabhi ji wala mazaak… woh log offence na lein bas,” she explained, expressing concern that her fans and the Bhojpuri community might take offense to the term being used in a cheap or mocking context.
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Mahhi Vij’s Defense and the Social Media Backlash
Rather than offering a prompt apology, Mahhi went on the defensive. She clarified that her joke had no connection to Bhojpuri culture, stating, “Mujhe pata hai bhabhi maa samaan hoti hai. Guys, maine bhabhi Bhojpuri ke usme nahi bola. Main sirf masti kar rahi thi” (I know a sister-in-law is like a mother. I didn’t say it in the Bhojpuri context, I was just having fun).
However, her defense did not sit well with the audience outside the house. Netizens quickly flooded social media platforms, calling Mahhi out for her insensitivity. Many viewers criticized her behavior as inappropriate and “uncool,” pointing out that making jokes about someone changing clothes is a boundary that shouldn’t be crossed, regardless of the cultural context.
What to Expect Next in Bigg Boss 20?
With Aamrapali representing a massive regional audience and Mahhi known for her strong, unapologetic personality, this early clash has set the stage for a massive rivalry. Whether this cold war will escalate into a full-blown screaming match or if the two actresses will eventually bury the hatchet remains to be seen.
