Salman Khan didn't mince words on Bigg Boss 20 last weekend. He ripped off his shirt, wiped his makeup off on camera, and told the trolls to look in a mirror before they start pointing fingers. It was a visceral, almost theatrical rebuke to the online mob that has spent decades dissecting his physique, his age, and his family.
Now, Mahima Chaudhry—who shared the screen with him in the iconic 2003 hit Baghban—has added her voice to the chorus of support. She didn't just say he was right; she said it was 'stupid' to ignore the toxicity and insisted that a public figure taking this stand is 'absolutely necessary.'
Her comments hit close to home. Chaudhry detailed the petty nature of the criticism she faces, noting that while some viewers appreciate her work, others sit around waiting for her dupatta to slip. 'In real life, they see only shortcomings in life,' she told the media, a sharp observation about the projection of personal insecurities onto public figures.
The context here matters. Salman's outburst was triggered by the brutal online harassment Katrina Kaif faced over postpartum weight gain. 'Why do you troll somebody who gets pregnant?' he asked, a simple question that highlighted the sheer cruelty of the discourse. He extended his defense to his brother Sohail and nephew Varun, who are often targets of similar ridicule.
The ripple effect is significant. With stars like Vivek Oberoi and Parineeti Chopra also backing Salman, the industry is collectively pushing back against the culture of 'trending' negativity. It’s a shift from passive endurance to active confrontation, and judging by the support, the audience is ready for it.