Jay Bhanushali Cheers on Ex‑Wife Mahhi Vij’s Grand Entry into Bigg Boss 20

When Mahhi Vij strutted into Salman Khan’s Bigg Boss 20 on September 6, 2026, the house was instantly buzzing. She confessed on the launch that she’d turned down the show for years, but the timing finally felt right, so she took the plunge.

Across the digital world, a familiar name popped up in the comments: Jay Bhanushali. The former husband, who himself survived the heat of Bigg Boss 15 back in 2021‑22, shared a short clip of Mahhi’s entry on his Instagram story. Below the video he scribbled, “The Don is in the house @mahhivij. All the best, kill it — Tara ki mumma.” A quick, cheeky nod, but it clearly came from a place of goodwill.

It wasn’t the first time the two talked shop about the reality series. In a candid chat with Screen magazine, Mahhi revealed she’d actually discussed the invitation with Jay before signing the contract. “I did discuss the show with Jay. I always talk about my work with him,” she said, underscoring the friendly rapport they’ve kept despite their split.

Speaking of the split, the pair announced their separation in January 2026 via a joint Instagram statement. They emphasized that there were no villains, no drama—just a decision to walk separate paths while staying united for the sake of their three children: daughter Tara (born 2019) and foster kids Rajveer and Khushi, whom they welcomed in 2017. Their message read, in part, “We choose peace over drama and sanity above all else… We continue to respect one another, support one another, and remain friends.”

Fans, meanwhile, have been quick to rally behind Mahhi’s new adventure, flooding her social feeds with wishes and emojis. As for Jay, his supportive post has been interpreted as a sign that the ex‑spouses are handling the post‑marriage chapter with maturity—something that’s still a rarity in the glittering world of Indian television.

Whether Mahhi will emerge as the next house‑leader or just enjoy the ride, one thing’s certain: the “Don” has certainly made an entrance, and she’s got an unexpected cheerleader watching from the outside.