As the reality show Bigg Boss 18 approaches its finale, tensions have escalated following the eviction of contestant Digvijay Rathee, with many housemates blaming Shrutika Arjun for his exit. In response to the accusations, Shrutika’s husband, Arjun, has publicly defended her actions.
Background on the Controversy
Shrutika’s journey on Bigg Boss 18 has been marked by controversy, particularly surrounding her decision-making during a recent ranking task. After Shrutika ranked Digvijay among the bottom contestants, he was subsequently voted out by fellow housemates. This led to accusations from several contestants that she was responsible for his elimination. Notably, some housemates expressed their frustrations towards her decisions, accusing her of betrayal for personal gain.
Arjun’s Response
In a recent statement, Arjun clarified that Shrutika’s rankings were based purely on the contributions of contestants and not intended to target Digvijay specifically. He emphasized that out of the 13 contestants, eight voted for Digvijay’s eviction, indicating that the decision was a collective one rather than solely Shrutika’s fault. “It’s unfair that the same individuals who voted for Digvijay’s exit now blame Shrutika for the eviction,” he said.
Arjun further pointed out that host Salman Khan had made it clear that if there was any intent to save Digvijay, housemates should have approached Shrutika to change her rankings. “No one did so. The decision boiled down to numbers,” he added, highlighting the collective responsibility of the housemates in the voting process.
Support from Other Contestants
Amidst the backlash, Shrutika has received support from some former contestants who defended her actions. They stated that it was hypocritical for those who voted against Digvijay to blame Shrutika afterward. They reiterated that she was playing a fair game and did not influence the outcome of the eviction directly.
Emotional Moments
The situation has taken an emotional toll on Shrutika, who recently broke down in tears during a reunion with her husband and son after weeks apart. This moment underlined her deep connection with her family and showcased the emotional weight of participating in such a high-stakes reality show.
Current Contestants and Future Developments
As Bigg Boss 18 heads into its final week, remaining contestants include Vivian Dsena, Rajat Dalal, Kashish Kapoor, Karan Veer Mehra, Eisha Singh, Chum Darang, Avinash Mishra, Shilpa Shirodkar, and Chaahat Pandey. Fans are eagerly anticipating how these dynamics will unfold as they approach the season finale.
Disclaimer
This article is based on recent developments in Bigg Boss 18 and includes statements made by contestants and their supporters. The opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the show’s producers or network.
