Bigg Boss 19: Abhishek Bajaj's Cruel Twist Of Fate - Did Ashnoor Really Deserve To Stay?

The unthinkable happened over the Weekend Ka Vaar episode of Salman Khan-hosted Bigg Boss 19 - Abhishek Bajaj was shown the door. He was not the only one. A cruel twist of fate saw Neelam Giri exiting the show as well, but that was perhaps expected weeks ago. Abhisek’s exodus however was shocking. Often schooled for his steadfast views, below-the-belt comments and gregarious personality that was perhaps a bit too hot to handle for many, what made it hard to digest was that the decision was not made through public voting, but via a housemate’s decision. Pranit More – one of Bajaj’s closest aides, fresh back from his medical leave from the house, was given a choice to save one contestant – the cruel twist of fate? The other two would be eliminated.

The contenders – Abhishek Bajaj, Ashnoor Kaur and once-Tanya Mittal bestie – Neelam Giri. Neelam’s face was perhaps sealed. There was no way Parnit – a part of team GK – would save someone he obviously viewed as from the opposing camp. But the choice between Abhishek Bajaj and Ashnoor Kaur was maybe not just about saving a contestant, but about defining the director of the season. Salman Khan, on giving Pranit the power, repeatedly told him to choose someone who had a game inside the house, and a fair chance for the trophy. Pranit chose Ashnoor.

Bigg Boss 19 and the game-changing moment

The eviction was as dramatic as it was divisive. After a night of tasks and guests, in a high-stakes move, Pranit More was given the final say and he chose Ashnoor. Also Read: Bigg Boss 19: Love Her, Hate Her But You Cannot Ignore Tanya MittalBut here me out, what is shocking is that for weeks, Abhishek had been one of the most talked-about contestants. He may not have been liked by all, but his fights, alliances, and outspoken nature made him a key player in shaping the house dynamics. He made significant inroads in his relationship with everyone in the house – from calling Kunickaa Sadanand dadi amma, to referring to Neelam Giri as a chamchi or even claiming Tanya Mittal was flirting with him (a term Salman referred to as character assassination on the show) – his contribution has been unmistakable.Ashnoor, on the other hand, her poise and dignity intact, had not made a significant mark in terms of content or contribution, forever remaining within the shadows of Abhishek Bajaj. Her only claim to fame perhaps could be Salman Khan taking a stand for her when Tanya, Kunickaa and Neelam body-shamed her, and when she herself decided to mimic Tanya Mittal in the house.

Abhishek Bajaj: The Controversy Magnet

Whether you liked him or disliked him, from the very start, Abhishek Bajaj made his presence felt, He entered the house with confidence and a false sense of charisma, quickly forming a deep camaraderie with Ashnoor and aligning himself with the Gaurav Khanna camp. However, his confrontations with Farhana Bhat and Tanya Mittal as well as the now-evicted Nehal Chudasma became the highlights of several episodes.

And while his stands may not always have been pearl white, he was not afraid of speaking his mind, whether that meant his perceived hypocrisy or defending himself – even against Salman Khan. The honesty, however, though often mistaken for arrogance, kept him in the spotlight. Abhishek Bajaj brought unpredictability – one of the essential ingredients that keeps Bigg Boss relevant after nearly two decades on air.Detractors may argue that Bajaj lacked originality, echoing past Bigg Boss heavyweights like Sidharth Shukla and Karan Veer Mehra, but let us be honest, he was not background noise. Often his theatrics was what made the otherwise lukewarm house thrum with energy.Unaware about his predicament, even during the final hours of his stay, Abhishek kept on replying to Salman Khan's jibes. Kunickaa Sadanand proudly kept on calling him 'bail buddhi' while the housemates laughed. Perhaps Pranit’s decision has been less about friendship and more stratedy. Abhishek h been dominating the narrative – plus his bond with Gaurav Khanna has been shaky at best. The two have often almost-gone against each other, backing down to perhaps save the numbers game. However, when Pranit was given the choice, saving Ashnoor was not just about friendship or sentiment. By eliminating Abhishek, Pranit may have effectively rebalanced the game. How does Ashnoor evolve remains to be seen.

What Does Bigg Boss Reward?

Baseer Ali, Abhishek Bajaj – moments like this reignite a long-standing debate among fans – what does Bigg Boss truly value? Does the reality show prioritise entertainment, honesty, boldness? Or does it champion diplomacy, patience and likeability? Over the years, contestants like Sidharth Shukla, Rubina Dilaik, and Priyanka Chahar Choudhary have proven that outspoken personalities often carry the show. Love them or hate them, they make you feel something.Also Read: Bigg Boss 19: What Is The Big Deal If Amaal And Malti Know Each Other From Before?And in many ways, Abhishek Bajaj was cut from that same cloth. He evoked polar emotions, provoked extreme reactions, and kept audiences invested. His elimination feels like a blow to the season’s momentum. Without his fire, many fear that Bigg Boss 19 may drift into monotony.In the grand scheme of things, Abhisek Bajaj’s exit from Bigg Boss 19 will perhaps go down as one of the most talked-about moments of the season. While some may argue that sometimes, it’s not the loudest who win, but the quietest who survive. Yet, survival doesn’t always equal success.And while Gaurav Khanna may scream that Bigg Boss 19 will be remembered as his show, perhaps, that crown, in some ways will remember Abhishek Bajaj more. Contestants who remain: Amaal Mallik, Tanya Mittal, Farhana Bhat, Kunickaa Sadanand, Pranit More, Malti Chahar, Gaurav Khanna, Ashnoor Kaur and Mridul Tiwari.Social media chatter says a contestant may get eliminated mid-week – but that is perhaps just speculation.