— Comedian posts sarcastic reply to casting message; secures court protection after FIR and threats
Comedian Kunal Kamra has revealed that he was approached to join the upcoming season of Bigg Boss, the reality show hosted by Salman Khan, but he turned down the offer in his signature satirical style.
Taking to Instagram Stories, Kamra shared a screenshot of a message from a casting agent who pitched the show as “a mad platform to show your real vibe and win over a massive audience.” Kamra’s blunt reply: “I would much rather check into a mental hospital…”—a response he accompanied with a track from Salman Khan’s Radhe, adding a tongue-in-cheek touch.
It is unclear whether the proposal was for Bigg Boss OTT or Bigg Boss 19.
Ongoing Controversy
This lighthearted moment comes amid a serious legal row involving the comedian. Kamra recently faced an FIR and police summons after making remarks about Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde during a stand-up act in Mumbai. The complaint accuses him of defamation and public mischief.
Kamra revealed that he received around 500 death threats post-show and has since relocated to Tamil Nadu. He also approached the Madras High Court, which granted him interim protection from arrest by the Mumbai Police.
Adding to the turbulence, Kamra publicly criticized ticketing platform BookMyShow, alleging that they attempted to “delist” him. BookMyShow responded, stating that the “facts have been misrepresented”, defending their role in the matter.
The comedian’s career continues to navigate through controversy, satire, and courtroom battles—all while keeping his signature wit intact.
