Sunil Pal Slams Salman Khan, Calls ‘Bigg Boss 20’ a ‘Gutter Show’ amid Body Shaming Row
Comedian Sunil Pal slams Salman Khan and 'Bigg Boss 20', calling it a 'gutter show' and 'kalankit'. Reacting to Salman Khan's recent comments on body shaming, Pal urged the host to shut down the controversial program, criticizing its content. 'Bigg Boss 20', hosted by Salman Khan, premiered Sept 6, 2026, on Colors TV and JioHotstar.
Veteran comedian Sunil Pal has once again ignited a fiery debate in the entertainment industry, unleashing a no-holds-barred criticism against superstar Salman Khan and the popular reality show Bigg Boss 20. Pal minced no words, publicly calling the show a "gutter" and "kalankit" (tainted/stained), while questioning Khan's continued association as its host. His explosive statements, made on the sidelines of the 'Love Lottery' premiere, have quickly gone viral, sparking widespread discussion across social media. Sunil Pal Criticises Archana Puran Singh’s ‘India’s Got Latent S2’ Appearance.
Pal Unleashes Scathing Attack on Salman Khan and ‘Bigg Boss 20’
Speaking to the media, Sunil Pal reacted to the ongoing discourse around celebrity trolling and body shaming, a topic Salman Khan recently addressed. Pal did not hold back, stating that everyone associated with Bigg Boss – including Salman Khan and its participants – deserves to be trolled.
"Anyone associated with Bigg Boss, be it Salman Khan or the other participants, deserves to be trolled. The show turns the kind of crass, uncouth individuals who are a blight on society into stars," Pal asserted.
Directly addressing Salman Khan, who has been hosting the Hindi version of Bigg Boss for 17 years, Pal emphatically stated, "Salman Khan has been hosting this so-called 'wholesome' show for 17 years; well, 'Bhaijaan,' you should shut down this gutter of a show first." He further criticised the show's content, claiming it is "filled with men and women notorious for all sorts of scandals, all of whom are ready to strip down at the drop of a hat."
Pal also took aim at Salman Khan's perceived changing stances, suggesting that the actor "keeps changing his stance and principles to suit his own convenience" and that "such statements don't suit you; shut down Bigg Boss first, and then your words might carry weight."
Sunil Pal Takes Aim at Salman Khan
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Body Shaming Debate and ‘Bigg Boss 20’
Sunil Pal's fiery comments come in direct response to Salman Khan's recent 'Weekend Ka Vaar' segment on Bigg Boss 20, where the host passionately spoke out against the social media trolling of celebrities, particularly concerning their looks and body shaming. During the episode, Khan defended actress Katrina Kaif against postpartum weight criticism and shared his own experiences of being called "budha" (old) or having jokes made about his receding hairline. He also lamented the trend of individuals profiting from others' misfortunes.
Adding another layer of intrigue to the controversy, reports had circulated in July and August 2026 suggesting that Sunil Pal himself was approached to participate in Bigg Boss 20. While these reports were never officially confirmed, Pal's current strong stance against the show is particularly notable given the previous speculation. Bigg Boss 20, hosted by Salman Khan, premiered on September 6, 2026, and is currently airing on Colors TV and streaming on JioHotstar.
Sunil Pal Compares Salman Khan's Films to ‘Hanuman Ansh’
Pal also contrasted the success of small-budget films with that of major star vehicles, stating, "Hanuman Ansh made INR 500 crore, which was a INR 2 crore film, whereas a INR 500 crore film cannot even earn INR 50 crore. You should be ashamed; you are such big stars."
(The spiritual biopic Hanuman Ansh has in fact garnered over INR 372 crore worldwide against its reported INR 2 crore budget, as of September 24, 2026.) This statement further underscores his frustration with the perceived decline in content quality in the entertainment industry. ‘Hanuman Ansh’ Box Office: Vishal Chaturvedi’s Neem Karoli Baba Biopic Crosses INR 347 Crore Worldwide!.
This isn't the first time Sunil Pal has made headlines for his unfiltered opinions, having previously been involved in public spats. His latest critique of Bigg Boss and Salman Khan adds a significant new chapter to the ongoing debate surrounding reality television, celebrity culture, and the responsibilities of public figures in the digital age. The industry now awaits a response from Salman Khan or the makers of Bigg Boss to these sharp accusations.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Sep 24, 2026 02:58 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
