"scripted reality shows are an oxymoron"
Somy Ali has responded to claims that she was approached to be on Bigg Boss 18.
Rumours circulating online had suggested that the former Bollywood actress was approached by the reality show’s makers to be a contestant in the upcoming series.
There has also been speculation that Somy could have a hosting role.
Reacting to the rumours, Somy strongly dismissed them.
She explained that she could not leave her nonprofit organisation No More Tears and commit to something else for such a long duration.
Somy also said she has not been approached for the show and has no interest in it.
She said: “I can’t leave my nonprofit to be a part of a show whose filming duration is far too long.
“I say this with the utmost respect for the show that I have not watched a single episode of it and have no idea what it entails.
“I have heard it’s scripted, and I was going to be a contestant, which is something I have never conversed about with anyone from the show who works behind the scenes.”
She went on to label Bigg Boss and other reality shows “an oxymoron”.
Somy continued: “Also, scripted reality shows are an oxymoron, something I would not consider partaking in even if they were to reach out to me as a contestant’s position.
“Therefore, it’s a complete rumour and at best a rating boost tactic, which networks often do.
“I was told to pretend that I was having an affair with a certain actor right before that specific film would be released for publicity in the 90’s, so this isn’t surprising at all.”
Despite having no interest in being on the reality show, Somy Ali believes Bigg Boss 18 would have high ratings if she was on it, especially due to her past association with host Salman Khan.
Somy and Salman dated for almost a decade in the 1990s.
Since splitting up, Somy has repeatedly accused the megastar of treating her poorly during their relationship, including being physically abusive.
Somy added:
“Think about it: Somy Ali is hosting Bigg Boss after SK.”
“Imagine the ratings or even participating in it. These are all made-up strategies at best.
“Also, I have no intention to participate in any scripted reality show.
“Particularly after working in an unscripted show with Discovery+ and Amazon Prime.”
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