Bigg Boss 19 to start soon: From Ram Kapoor to Zareen Khan, here's a list of stars said NO to Salman Khan's show
Zareen Khan
Anita Hassanandani
Anshula Kapoor
Raj Kundra
Purav Jha
Jannat Zubair
As anticipation builds around Bigg Boss 19 , not everyone is scrambling to enter the house. While fans are busy speculating about themes, twists, and wildcard entries, a parallel list of celebrities is making headlines, for saying 'thanks, but no thanks' to the most controversial reality show on Indian television. Whether it's the intense spotlight, the never-ending drama, or the suffocating lack of privacy, these celebs have made it clear: Bigg Boss isn't for them.Here's a rundown of the big names who've shut the door on the Bigg Boss 19 house—firmly and unapologetically.Veteran actor Ram Kapoor didn't mince words when asked about entering Bigg Boss 19. Despite internet buzz and wild speculation, he set the record straight in an interview with Filmibeat, saying he wouldn't join even for a Rs 20 crore offer.He said that he would never accept Bigg Boss because he feels its not the show for him. Citing privacy concerns and calling the show 'voyeuristic,' Kapoor said that while Bigg Boss may be successful, it doesn't align with his identity as an actor and a private person. Zareen Khan , who made her Bollywood debut alongside Salman Khan in Veer, was also approached for the new season but turned it down for reasons that were both personal and practical. In an interview with Hindi Rush, she cited her many responsibilities at home, saying she couldn't imagine staying away for three months. More candidly, she admitted she wouldn't tolerate misbehaviour in the house, 'Mera haath uth jayega" and added that then she would be evicted outside the house.Television favourite Anita Hassanandani didn't hesitate to say she wasn't built for Bigg Boss. In an interview with Pinkvilla, she admitted that even if she wanted to do the show, the makers might hesitate because she wouldn't be able to deliver the kind of drama they usually expect. Anshula Kapoor , sister of Arjun Kapoor, reportedly turned down the offer due to the show's 'long duration and intense format.' According to Siasat, she admitted she wasn't mentally prepared for such a commitment right now. Raj Kundra , who's no stranger to headlines, also opted out. As per Siasat, he quipped that two people from his household had already participated in Bigg Boss (referring to his wife Shilpa Shetty and possibly Shamita Shetty), and that's quite enough.Social media influencer and YouTuber Purav Jha also gave a polite no to the Bigg Boss offer. While he isn't ready for the chaos this year, he hasn't ruled out the possibility entirely, keeping the door open for a future season.Actress and influencer Jannat Zubair, a fan favourite among younger audiences, also turned down the show. Sources claim she didn't want to deal with unnecessary drama, especially since an ex-boyfriend might be among the housemates. For someone so fiercely private, that's reason enough.
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