Ashneer Grover, a prominent entrepreneur and former Shark Tank India judge, has addressed his much-talked-about interaction with Salman Khan on the latest Weekend Ka Vaar episode of Bigg Boss 18. The episode saw Salman confronting Grover over controversial remarks he had reportedly made in the past. Breaking his silence, Grover took to his social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), to share his side of the story.
Ashneer’s Statement
Accompanying a photograph of himself with Salman Khan, Grover expressed gratitude for the opportunity to appear on the show. Describing Salman as a “great host and actor,” he wrote, “I hope you enjoyed the Bigg Boss Weekend Ka Vaar! I had good fun. And I am sure the particular episode got great TRP/viewership.”
In his detailed post, Grover addressed several points of contention, including the alleged remarks about Salman. He clarified, “Not a single thing demeaning [was] said for him ever,” and emphasized his admiration for Salman’s hosting and business acumen. He also addressed past claims regarding a failed attempt to take a photograph with the actor.
Grover revealed he had met Salman in 2019 during a three-hour brand collaboration meeting at JW Marriott Juhu, accompanied by an ad director. He acknowledged that Salman might not remember the meeting as it took place before Grover became a public figure. Concluding his post, Grover humorously noted, “Finally, I’ve a pic with him – which I didn’t earlier! Thanks @BeingSalmanKhan. Keep rocking!”
The Backstory
Grover’s comments come in response to an earlier controversy sparked by his appearance on the Vagehra Vagehra podcast last year. During the podcast, he recounted being denied the chance to click a picture with Salman, which had reportedly left him disappointed.
During the Weekend Ka Vaar episode, Grover extended an apology to Salman, who responded graciously, saying, “I don’t feel bad about all these. It’s just that when you give a wrong impression to someone about a person, that’s not right. Later it will bite you itself.”
Grover’s candid response has sparked widespread discussion online, with fans appreciating his transparency and Salman’s poised reaction. The episode has also drawn significant attention for its high entertainment value, bolstering Bigg Boss 18’s viewership.