Amaal Mallik Addresses Bigg Boss 17 Bias Claims Involving Salman Khan and Brother Armaan

You know, it's quite something when your name, or rather, your family's name, gets unexpectedly tossed into a swirling controversy, especially one you weren't even actively watching! That's precisely what happened to acclaimed music composer Amaal Mallik recently. He found himself fielding questions and reacting to accusations that superstar Salman Khan, the host of the hugely popular reality show Bigg Boss 17, was allegedly showing favoritism towards Amaal's younger brother, Armaan Malik, who was a contestant.

Honestly, Amaal confessed he was completely blindsided by these claims. He candidly admitted he doesn't even tune into Bigg Boss regularly, let alone religiously follow the daily drama. The first he heard of it was through social media chatter and subsequent media queries. He literally expressed his astonishment, telling a publication, "I was shocked." And frankly, who wouldn't be? Especially when you're caught in a storm originating from a show you're not even watching!

What made the whole situation even more perplexing for Amaal, and quite frankly, a tad ridiculous in his eyes, was the outcome of Armaan's stint on the show. Despite these supposed 'bias' claims, Armaan was actually evicted fairly early on, after just two weeks. Amaal pointed out the irony, saying, "People accused Salman Bhai of being biased towards him and yet he got out in two weeks. If there was any favouritism, my brother would have reached the finale." It’s a fair point, isn't it? If someone were truly biased, one would expect a different trajectory for the contestant in question.

However, ever the gentleman, Amaal added a conciliatory note. He said, "But if there was any favouritism and if Salman Bhai was biased towards him, I am sorry if it did. My whole family is thankful to him for the opportunities he has given us." It speaks volumes about his character to acknowledge the sentiment, even while disagreeing with the premise. It also highlights the deep gratitude his family holds for the opportunities Salman Khan has provided them in their careers, a sentiment that runs deeper than any reality TV kerfuffle.

And let's talk about the relationship between Amaal, Armaan, and Salman Khan. It's often assumed that a professional connection automatically translates into a deep personal friendship in Bollywood. Amaal, however, was keen to clarify this. While he did work on the film 'Jai Ho' for Salman Khan, he firmly stated, "We are not friends in that way." He elaborated that their bond is one of profound professional respect and gratitude, rather than the kind of casual friendship people might imagine. It’s a crucial distinction, reminding us that industry relationships, while sometimes warm, are fundamentally built on professional collaboration and mutual respect.

It's also worth noting that Amaal often faces confusion between his identity and that of his brother, Armaan. This little mix-up isn't new and probably contributed to the whirlwind of questions he received. He made a point to address this common misidentification, bringing a touch of relatable frustration to the whole discussion. In the end, Amaal Mallik's response was a refreshing dose of reality, emphasizing professionalism, expressing genuine surprise, and setting the record straight with honesty and a hint of good humor.