Bigg Boss 20 has sparked another controversy after Jay Bhanushali publicly criticised contestants Yung DSA and Kanika Mann for bringing his seven-year-old daughter, Tara, into an argument involving Mahhi Vij. Reacting to the latest episode, Jay announced that he would no longer allow his children to watch the reality show, saying their peace and innocence matter more than the entertainment.
The controversy reportedly unfolded during a captaincy task in which contestants attempted to provoke Mahhi and make her react. According to Jay, comments made by Yung DSA and Kanika Mann brought his children and Mahhi’s motherhood into the discussion. He also objected to a remark by Love Gill’s mother that referred to Tara.
Jay subsequently shared a picture of Mahhi with their children, Tara, Khushi and Rajveer, on Instagram, along with a strongly worded note explaining why he felt the situation had crossed a personal boundary.
Jay Bhanushali Says He Will Not Let His Children Watch Bigg Boss 20
In his Instagram post, Jay revealed that he had previously decided not to comment on contestants’ gameplay or publicly express opinions about individual housemates. He said his intention had been to support Mahhi wherever needed without getting involved in the show’s ongoing disagreements.
However, the references to his children changed his position. Jay wrote that he had decided not to let them watch Bigg Boss anymore after witnessing the comments made during the task.
He specifically objected to Yung DSA’s alleged remark about his children growing up and feeling ashamed of their mother’s actions. He also criticised Kanika Mann for reportedly saying that she would never want to meet Mahhi’s children.
Jay further mentioned Love Gill’s mother, who brought Tara into the discussion by questioning how she would feel if someone made a similar remark about her daughter.
Jay Calls Out Yung DSA and Kanika Mann for Mentioning Tara
Jay made it clear that his objection was not about contestants questioning Mahhi’s performance in the game. He acknowledged that housemates could disagree with her decisions, challenge her strategy and express their opinions about her gameplay.
What he found unacceptable was involving children in those disagreements.
Referring to Tara’s age, Jay wrote, “Tara is a 7-year-old baby. She is not a contestant of Bigg Boss. Getting a child to put someone down is absolutely nonsense.”
He also questioned why his children were being brought into arguments about a reality show when they had no involvement in the competition.
In another part of his statement, Jay said that bringing Mahhi’s children, motherhood and personal life into the game crossed a boundary. His message focused on separating contestants’ gameplay from their families and children.
‘My Children’s Peace and Innocence Will Always Come First’: Jay
Jay concluded his note by explaining that he did not want his children to grow up with the emotional burden of repeatedly hearing Tara’s name used during arguments about Mahhi.
He wrote, “The game may be entertainment for everyone, but for us, this is personal. My children’s peace and innocence will always come first.”
His post ended with the words, “Thank you. Goodbye, BIGG BOSS 20.”
The statement has drawn attention to the personal impact that reality-show controversies can have on the families of contestants, particularly when children become part of conversations about gameplay.
Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij Announced Their Separation in January 2026
For context, Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij announced their separation in January 2026 after several years together. In their joint statement, the two said they had chosen separate paths but would continue to support each other.
Despite their separation, Jay’s latest Instagram post makes clear that he remains concerned about the well-being of their children and does not want them caught up in the negativity surrounding the show.
Mahhi is currently participating in Bigg Boss 20, where her gameplay and interactions with fellow contestants have become subjects of discussion inside and outside the house.
The latest controversy has now brought Jay into the conversation, with his objection centred on one particular issue: disagreements about Mahhi’s gameplay should not involve her children.
