Jay Bhanushali slams Bigg Boss 20 contestants for involving daughter Tara in the Mahhi Vij controversy and decides his children will no longer watch the show.

Television actor Jay Bhanushali has expressed strong displeasure over the latest controversy on Salman Khan’s reality show Bigg Boss 20. The actor reacted after contestants allegedly brought Mahhi Vij’s seven-year-old daughter, Tara, into an argument during a task inside the house. Upset over children being dragged into the contestants’ disagreements, Jay announced that he would no longer allow his children to watch the show.

The controversy began during a provocation task in which housemates were required to trigger emotional reactions from their fellow contestants. During Mahhi Vij’s turn, Yung DSA and Kanika Mann reportedly made remarks about her children to provoke her. The comments did not go down well with Jay, who took to Instagram to share an emotional statement.

Jay Bhanushali Decides His Children Will No Longer Watch Bigg Boss 20

Following the episode, Jay shared a family photograph featuring Mahhi Vij and their children Tara, Khushi and Rajveer. Along with the picture, he explained why he had decided to keep his children away from the reality show.

The actor said he had initially decided not to comment on anyone’s gameplay or express opinions about individual contestants. His intention was simply to support Mahhi whenever she needed him.

However, after watching the latest developments, Jay felt compelled to speak up as a father. He explained that his children were watching the programme and asking him questions about the negative comments being made.

Jay also requested social media users not to tag him or his children in posts related to the controversy. He clarified that his statement was not intended as a celebrity reaction but reflected his concerns as a parent.

 

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Why Did Jay Bhanushali Get Angry With Yung DSA and Kanika Mann?

Jay specifically objected to the remarks allegedly made by Yung DSA and Kanika Mann during the task.

According to Jay’s statement, Yung suggested that Mahhi’s children might grow up feeling ashamed of their mother’s actions on the show. Kanika reportedly said that she would never want to meet Mahhi’s children.

Jay also mentioned an incident involving Love Gill’s mother, who reportedly brought Tara into a conversation and questioned how she would feel if someone made similar remarks about her daughter.

Reacting to these comments, Jay reminded everyone that Tara is only seven years old and has nothing to do with the reality show’s competition.

He questioned why children were being involved in disagreements between adult contestants. According to him, contestants have every right to criticise Mahhi’s decisions, behaviour and strategies, but targeting her children crosses an important boundary.

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Jay Says Children’s Peace Matters More Than Reality Show Drama

In his Instagram statement, Jay emphasised that Bigg Boss is ultimately a television competition. He said disagreements over gameplay should remain within the boundaries of the show rather than turning into attacks on contestants’ families.

The actor expressed concern that repeated references to Tara could negatively affect his children’s emotional well-being.

He further stated that he did not want his children growing up with painful memories of their mother’s television journey. For him, protecting their innocence and peace is more important than the entertainment value of the programme.

Concluding his statement, Jay wrote, “My children’s peace and innocence will always come first.” He ended his message with a direct goodbye to Bigg Boss 20, making his disappointment clear.

Mahhi Vij Breaks Down After Argument With Love Gill

The controversy surrounding Mahhi Vij’s children followed another heated exchange between Mahhi and Love Gill.

The disagreement reportedly began during a nomination task when Love learnt that Mahhi had referred to her as a ‘homebreaker’. Love responded with a personal remark, suggesting that Mahhi would understand the situation better because of her own experiences.

Mahhi was reportedly hurt by the reference to her personal life and felt that Love was indirectly commenting on her separation from Jay Bhanushali.

The exchange became emotional, with Mahhi eventually breaking down in tears. The incident added another layer to the ongoing tensions inside the Bigg Boss 20 house.

Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij Announced Their Separation in January 2026

Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij were among television’s well-known celebrity couples. After 14 years of marriage, the two announced their separation in January 2026.

The former couple share three children: their biological daughter Tara, born in 2019, and their foster children Khushi and Rajveer, whom they welcomed into their family in 2017.

Despite their separation, the latest controversy has highlighted Jay’s concerns about protecting the children from public scrutiny and negative discussions.

Meanwhile, Jay Bhanushali Bigg Boss 20 controversy has sparked conversations among viewers about the boundaries between reality television entertainment and contestants’ personal lives. Many social media users believe that children should remain completely outside such disagreements, regardless of the ongoing competition.