Social media influencer Nakul Dhull has officially entered the reality television series Bigg Boss 20 as a wildcard contestant, sparking significant online debate. His arrival on the Salman Khan-hosted show during the Weekend Ka Vaar episodes followed actor Manish Goel, who joined the house as the first wildcard entry of the season.
Nakul, who boasts a following of over 1 million on Instagram, quickly drew attention not just for his entry into the house, but also because of a wave of resurfaced video content that has faced intense criticism across social media platforms.
Resurfaced Prank and Derogatory Remarks Spark Backlash
As reports linked Nakul to the high-profile reality show, internet users began circulating old clips featuring the Haryana-based content creator. Among the most criticized videos is a purported prank clip where Nakul describes strategies for frightening women walking alone at night.
In the controversial footage, he outlines an act of following and running behind a woman in the dark to deliberately invoke fear. The video drew widespread condemnation for being insensitive and promoting harassment under the guise of comedy. Additional clips emerged showing him using derogatory terms when referring to women, prompting online viewers to question his inclusion on a mainstream television platform.
Wildcard Entries Shake Up the Bigg Boss 20 House
Nakul’s entry into the Bigg Boss 20 house came alongside television actor Manish Goel. While Manish’s arrival initially surprised housemates who believed he was visiting to promote an upcoming project, Salman Khan later confirmed his status as a wildcard competitor.
Following his entry, Nakul conversed with fellow contestants about his background outside the digital space, mentioning that he offers tuition classes to students in Classes 11 and 12, though housemates acknowledged his primary presence as a social media content creator.
Viewer Reactions and Controversy
The simultaneous rollout of wildcard entries and the circulation of Nakul’s past statements have fueled strong reactions online. Numerous social media users have voiced their displeasure, questioning the decision to offer a prominent platform to creators associated with controversial and misogynistic remarks.
As the season progresses on Colors TV and JioHotstar, viewers and housemates alike are watching closely to see if Nakul will address the online backlash and the viral video controversy during his stay inside the house.
