Reality TV enthusiasts are abuzz with rumours that social media influencer Apoorva Mukhija, widely referred to as The Rebel Kid, might enter the Bigg Boss 19 mansion shortly as a wild card contestant. The buzz began when she shared a fun Instagram reel with Kashish Kapoor on August 30 featuring PinkPantheress’ popular song Illegal. The clip seemed to be innocuous fun, but fans soon read between the lines. A comment asserted Kashish was offering Apoorva “tips” prior to her Bigg Boss experience. The comment was picked up after Apoorva reportedly liked it, with gossip that she may actually be gearing up for Salman Khan’s reality show.
On Reddit, the prospect thrilled fans, many of whom opined that the season requires “drama and spice” to improve TRPs. Some even ventured that Apoorva would become one of the most discussed contestants if she participated. Kashish Kapoor, who appeared in Splitsvilla X5 and entered Bigg Boss 18 as a wild card, knows the ups and downs of reality television. Her stint last season was filled with controversy, from clashing with fellow contestants to locking horns with Salman Khan himself. Though she was eliminated before the finale, her outspoken nature left a lasting impact.
Apoorva Mukhija, a Delhi girl, became popular during the Covid lockdown with her offbeat storytime reels. She is a BTech graduate who later moved to Mumbai and ventured into acting with web series such as Who’s Your Gynac and Nadaaniyaan. She also appeared on The Traitors India on Prime Video, hosted by Karan Johar. Apoorva was heavily trolled earlier this year after appearing on YouTube’s India’s Got Latent. The backlash went as far as her mother receiving online threats, and she had to be shifted out of her apartment due to complaints from neighbours.
Though Apoorva’s entry is yet to be confirmed, another name in the hat is Khushi Dubey, an actress. The reports suggest she was actually going to be a part of the main cast but had scheduling issues.
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