After an intense and gripping journey of over three months, Karan Veer Mehra emerged victorious in Bigg Boss 18. This win marked a significant achievement for the actor, following his earlier triumph in Khatron Ke Khiladi 14. In an exclusive conversation, Karan reflected on his experience inside the house, his bond with Vivian Dsena, and his reaction to the ‘paid media’ allegations that had been circulating.
Addressing the controversy surrounding the “paid media” claims, Karan expressed his disbelief. He found the accusations absurd, asserting that it would be impossible for him to influence the entire media landscape of the country. He pointed out that even the richest individuals, like Ambani or Adani, would not have the power to manipulate such a vast network. According to Karan, if something was wrong or unfair, it would have surfaced on social media. He stressed that the media’s role was to ask the questions the audience wanted answered, which in his view, was an essential part of the process.
Karan went on to explain his perspective on the matter, saying, “Joh race mein akhri position par aata hai, woh aksar bahaane banata hai, jaise ‘mera joota khul gaya.’ Mujhe wahi waala attitude laga.” Karan found this attitude unnecessary and uncalled for, stating that the victory was not just his but belonged to everyone who supported him, including the media. He was confident that his win was a result of the collective effort of all those who stood by him.
He also humorously remarked that if he had the financial resources to control the media, he would have his own television channel, where he would be winning trophies on his own version of Bigg Boss every day. He firmly urged those spreading falsehoods to cease immediately, emphasizing the harmful impact such allegations could have on the people involved, particularly the media professionals who had been threatened by these claims.
When the conversation shifted to his friendship with Vivian Dsena, who had spoken up on Karan’s behalf, voicing concerns about him not receiving his due credit. Karan confirmed that they had both come out of Bigg Boss with a stronger bond and planned to remain friends.In a funny tone he said, “Bus trophy Maine le li hai ab dekhte hain kya scene hai.” He added that while he had won the trophy, their relationship was unaffected by the competition.
After the Bigg Boss 18 finale, Rajat Dalal was asked about the controversy sparked by Elvish Yadav’s “paid media” remarks. Rajat clarified that he had not made such statements himself and believed that Elvish must have felt that way in the heat of the moment. He suggested that Elvish likely expressed his thoughts without fully considering the broader implications.
Actress Chum Darang also weighed in on the controversy. She shared her belief that such allegations were baseless and emphasized that the audience would have understood the events as they were presented on the show. Chum, like many others, acknowledged Karan’s impressive gameplay throughout the season, which she felt spoke for itself.
The Bigg Boss 18 finale may have been filled with drama and twists, but Karan Veer Mehra’s victory stands as a testament to his resilience, skill, and the strong support he garnered from fans and the media alike. As he moves forward, Karan remains focused on the future, leaving behind the controversies that briefly threatened to overshadow his remarkable achievement.