But it was the word 'gold digger' that turned the studio into a battlefield. Shehzad Poonawalla, fresh off a brawl with Siwet Tomar, launched the barb after Priyanka branded him a "manchild." Her retort was swift, and the phrase landed with a smack that reverberated through the set.
Priyanka, known for her fiery on‑camera presence, didn’t let the insult slide. She snapped back, demanding Shehzad keep his "below‑the‑belt" comments in check and even warned he would "slap" him if he kept pushing. The threat hung over the room like a cigarette smoke, adding a new layer of tension to an already volatile mix.
Raj Grover, the contestant who found himself caught between the two, tried to play peacemaker. When Priyanka asked him if he’d heard the term "manchild," Raj’s face went blank, and he muttered that the word didn’t fit the context. His confusion only fed the fire, turning an awkward pause into a public spectacle.
Social media exploded as fans split into camps. Hashtags trended in a flurry of memes, screenshots, and heated comments. Some cheered Priyanka’s bold stance, while others defended Shehzad's right to call out what he saw as drama. The online backlash added a digital dimension to the on‑stage conflict.
Behind the scenes, host Virender Sehwag has been on a tightrope walk, trying to keep the show moving amid mounting tensions. The earlier fight with Siwet Tomar had already put a dent in the show's reputation, and this latest spat threatens to push the reality drama into a new, more dangerous territory.
With the threat of a slap looming, viewers are left wondering whether the next episode will see a peaceful resolution or another full‑blown showdown. The stakes are high, and the drama, it seems, is far from over.