Mumbai:
Reality television often creates friendships that feel unbreakable inside the house—but once the cameras stop rolling, equations can shift. Former Bigg Boss 19 contestant Tanya Mittal has once again found herself at the centre of online discussion after reacting to her former co-contestant and close friend Neelam Giri’s participation in the new reality show The 50.
During a recent interaction with the paparazzi, Tanya was asked about Neelam joining the competitive reality series. Her candid response quickly caught attention online. “Main sirf wohi show dekhti hoon jisme main hoon. Kisi aur ko dekhne mein itna maza nahi aata,” she said, leaving fans divided over whether the remark was playful honesty or a subtle dig.
The video, shared by Instant Bollywood, soon went viral, sparking mixed reactions across social media platforms. While a section of fans applauded Tanya’s unapologetic and “savage” response, others questioned the current status of her bond with Neelam.
Neelam Giri Opens Up on the Fallout
The conversation around their friendship intensified after Neelam Giri addressed the issue during a recent podcast with Paras Chhabra. Reflecting on what went wrong after Bigg Boss 19, Neelam shared that things changed unexpectedly once they returned to real life.
“Inside the house, we made so many plans about meeting and hanging out later. But once outside, everything changed. I didn’t even have her number and didn’t know how to reach out,” Neelam said. She added that discovering Tanya had unfollowed her on social media was particularly hurtful. “When I saw that she unfollowed me, I felt really bad and unfollowed her back,” she admitted.
Neelam Giri on Joining The 50
Despite the personal turbulence, Neelam is focused on her next chapter. Announcing her participation in The 50, she expressed excitement about returning to reality television.
“I’m really happy to be back after Bigg Boss 19, but this time on a completely new show, The 50. My journey inside the Bigg Boss house was amazing, and I’m excited to begin something fresh,” she shared on social media.
Neelam also acknowledged the love she received from audiences, especially for her viral moments. “The audience supported me a lot, particularly for moments like ‘seedha jaake left le aur chai banna’. I hope to create many more memorable moments on The 50. I’m ready for the challenge and will give it my best,” she added.
Star-Studded Line-Up Raises Expectations
The 50 already boasts an impressive list of confirmed contestants, promising intense competition and high-voltage drama. The line-up includes Karan Patel, Divya Agarwal, Prince Narula, Urvashi Dholakia, Nikki Tamboli, Faisal Shaikh (Mr Faisu), Krishna Shroff, Shiv Thakare, Rajat Dalal, Digvijay Rathee, and Archana Gautam, among others.
As audiences gear up for the show, the Tanya–Neelam dynamic remains a point of curiosity, reminding fans how reality TV relationships continue to evolve long after the finale credits roll.
