2025 wasn’t just another year on Indian television; it was a year packed with unexpected controversies, heated debates and viral moments. From reality show backlashes to personal disputes spilling into
public view, TV stars found themselves at the center of intense scrutiny and conversation. As the year comes to an end, let’s take a look back at the television industry’s top controversies of the year.
KBC 17’s ‘Overconfident’ Child
Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17 featured a fifth-grade student named Ishit Bhatt during a special kids’ edition whose assertive demeanour became one of the most talked-about moments of the year. During his appearance, the child repeatedly interrupted Amitabh Bachchan and declared, “Mere ko rules pata hai,” asking Bachchan to skip explanations. The episode quickly went viral, igniting a fierce debate on parenting, confidence vs arrogance and reality TV culture.
Not blaming the kid, but the parents.
If you don’t teach your child humility, patience, and manners, they grow up rude and overconfident.Sometimes losing — and not winning even a single rupee — teaches the best lesson. #KBC #AmitabhBachachan pic.twitter.com/gG7gIO4jgo
— Suraj Choudhary (@bollywoodbroo) October 13, 2025
‘MasterChef’ Gaurav Khanna Accused Of Plagiarism
Celebrity MasterChef became a battleground when actor Gaurav Khanna was accused of copying a honey-dripping dessert from Swiss chef Dives Josh after a promo of his dessert went viral online. The accusations intensified as netizens claimed the dish wasn’t original. In response, celebrated chef Vikas Khanna backed Gaurav, arguing that such presentations have existed for decades and that inspiration is different from copying.
Gaurav later publicly addressed the row, explaining that he focused on his performance. The television actor praised Vikas Khanna’s defense, saying the chef’s support quelled much of the negativity.
Jay Bhanushali And Mahhi Vij’s Divorce
Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij became the subject of discussion among fans after rumours of their divorce surfaced online. Social media widely spread claims that they had finalised divorce papers in mid-2025 after 14 years of marriage. These rumours included alleged details about custody arrangements for their children. Mahhi Vij publicly dismissed these claims as “false narratives” and warned of legal action against those spreading misinformation.
Tanya Mittal Accused Of Non-Payment
Tanya Mittal, known as a spiritual influencer, dominated headlines beyond her Bigg Boss 19 stint. Inside the house, her statements about owning vast numbers of sarees, having 500 bodyguards and portraying herself as spiritual while aiming for materialistic things led to viewer criticism and accusations of hypocrisy. Her co-contestants from the show also claimed Tanya’s off-screen persona did not match her on-screen image.
Additionally, there were reports of an FIR filed against her by an influencer alleging that she made exaggerated claims about her lifestyle on national television. She was also accused of non-payment by her stylist.
Dhanashree Verma Accuses Yuzvendra Chahal Of Cheating
On the reality show Rise and Fall, Dhanashree Verma stirred discussion when she made a shocking revelation about her ex-husband, Yuzvendra Chahal. She shared that the cricketer had been unfaithful within the very first year of their marriage, admitting that she discovered the betrayal in the second month of the wedding. She said, “In the first year, when I caught him in the second month.” Kubbra was shocked.
Elvish Yadav vs Prince Narula Fan War
One of the more fan-driven controversies of 2025 involved YouTuber Elvish Yadav and Prince Narula. What began as a heated confrontation on MTV Roadies XX between the gang leaders turned into a lasting feud.
Elvish and Prince have had a strained relationship since the former joined Roadies for the latest season. They frequently took a dig at each other over leadership decisions which led to a full-blown argument. Things got messy and both even abused each other on sets.
