Delhi Police Backs Salman Khan After Actor Calls Out Body-Shaming and Trolling on ‘Bigg Boss 20’
Following actor Salman Khan’s strong stand against online harassment on 'Bigg Boss 20', the Delhi Police issued a public advisory emphasizing that 'trolling is not only a comment; it can become harassment and urging netizens to respect everyone on all spaces.
Following actor Salman Khan’s strong remarks against cyberbullying and the targeting of women on social media during a recent episode of Bigg Boss 20, the Delhi Police has issued a public advisory emphasising digital respect and online etiquette. Addressing the rise of social media abuse, law enforcement officials highlighted the thin line between casual online commenting and digital harassment. Salman Khan Lashes Out at Trolls Commenting on Katrina Kaif’s Post-Pregnancy Weight Gain.
Delhi Police Shows Support to Salman Khan
The official X (formerly Twitter) handle of the Delhi Police released a public awareness graphic praising the actor's stance while issuing a broader message to netizens regarding online behaviour.
"Trolling is not only a comment. It can become harassment, leaving a lasting impact. Think. Type. Respect."— Delhi Police Public Advisory
Accompanied by hashtags such as #RespectWomen and #BiggBoss, the post underscored that boundaries must be maintained across digital platforms. Captioning the post, the department reiterated: "Online or Offline, Respect Matters. Don't Let a Comment Cross the Line."
Check Out Delhi Police's X Post
Online or Offline, Respect Matters, Don’t let a Comment Cross the Line.👁️@LtGovDelhi@beingsalmankhan#DPUpdates#RespectWomen#BiggBoss pic.twitter.com/D273QR1uYz
— Delhi Police (@DelhiPolice) September 21, 2026
Salman Khan Raises Concerns Over Cyberbullying and Intrusive Culture
The official message followed an episode of Bigg Boss 20 where Khan addressed several ongoing issues on social media, including body-shaming, age-shaming, and the increasingly intrusive nature of celebrity coverage. The actor specifically called out aggressive trolling faced by female public figures and criticised inappropriate camera angles used by paparazzi during public appearances.
Khan also responded directly to personal criticism regarding his physical appearance and age, taking a stance against online scrutiny while reminding viewers of the real-world impact such digital behaviour can have on individuals. ‘Bigg Boss 20’: Salman Khan Apologises for Chest Pain Prank.
The advisory from law enforcement reflects growing institutional concern over cyber-harassment, encouraging social media users to exercise restraint and maintain respect in online interactions.
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