Anil Kapoor ventured into the digital realm by taking over the hosting duties from Salman Khan for the third season of Bigg Boss OTT. This marked Kapoor’s debut as a host in the digital space, generating significant attention and expectations from the audience.
Mixed Reactions from the Audience
This year, Anil Kapoor replaced Salman Khan as the host of Bigg Boss OTT Season 3. However, a section of the show’s audience did not accept him, as evidenced by a Reddit post urging the producers not to retain him as the host. The post criticized Kapoor’s performance, describing his laugh, anger, and overall hosting style as inauthentic.
Audience Expresses Discontent
Following the Reddit post, numerous social media users voiced their agreement with the negative sentiments. One user humorously noted Kapoor’s exaggerated anger and mentioned how contestant Elvish struggled to keep a straight face. Another criticized Kapoor’s nervous giggle and questioned his suitability as a host, deeming his mannerisms and body language as cringeworthy.
Calls for Change in Hosting
Many viewers expressed their dissatisfaction with Kapoor’s hosting abilities. Some described the “Weekend Ka Vaar” episodes as a “comedy circus” rather than serious segments. One user, who had never followed Bigg Boss OTT before, commented on the poor quality of this season’s episodes, attributing it to both the host and the contestants.
Growing Frustration Among Fans
As the season progressed, frustration among fans grew. Some viewers reported skipping episodes due to their dislike of the host and contestants. A few labeled Kapoor as the “worst host ever,” calling for his replacement. Others found his hosting so unbearable that it affected their perception of Kapoor as an actor.
The harsh criticism continued with users dubbing the weekend episodes as “Weekend ka atyachar” (Weekend of torture) for Bigg Boss viewers. The negative feedback highlighted how Kapoor’s hosting had led some to dislike him as an actor, despite acknowledging his talent in films.
Surprising Viewership Stats
Interestingly, despite the backlash, an Ormax report revealed that Bigg Boss OTT Season 3, with Anil Kapoor as the host, attracted more viewers than the previous season hosted by Salman Khan. This statistic added an intriguing twist to the ongoing debate about Kapoor’s performance as a host. Salman Khan was unavailable to host the third season of Bigg Boss OTT due to his commitment to the upcoming film “Sikandar,” directed by AR Murugadoss.
Overview of Bigg Boss OTT Season 3
Bigg Boss OTT Season 3 premiered on JioCinema on June 21. The show features a diverse lineup of contestants, including Ranvir Shorey, Lovekesh Kataria, Sana Sultan, Sana Makbul, Sai Ketan Rao, Shivani Kumari, Vishal Pandey, Naezy, Armaan Malik, and Kritika Malik. The unique mix of participants adds to the dynamic nature of the reality show.