From the Malik family to Elvish Yadav, Rakhi Sawant and others: Top 10 controversial contestants of Bigg Boss

Bigg Boss, a reality TV show, has witnessed an array of controversial and dramatic contestants over the years. From the Malik family's unconventional love story to Elvish Yadav's history-making win and subsequent controversies, each season has brought its own share of surprises. Rakhi Sawant's repeated appearances, Imam Siddique's shocking behaviour, Shilpa Shinde's winning streak, and the list of such controversial contestants is long. Here’s a look..

The Malik family- Armaan, Kritika and Payal shocked everyone with their unique love story on Bigg Bods OTT 3. Armaan, whose real name is Sandeep fell in love with wife Payal’s best friend- Kritika on their son Chiku’s birthday. They got married and later informed Payal about it. The three of them live together and have been open about their polygamy marriage. However, the trio has been receiving immense attention and troll on social media over the same.

Elvish, who lifted the Bigg Boss OTT 2 trophy and created a history after becoming the first wildcard to win the reality show is one of the most popular contestants of all time. Elvish has been surrounded by controversies ever since he made an exit from the BB house. From the snake venom case to getting into a physical fight with fellow YouTuber Maxtern and more, the list of such controversies is long.

Rakhi Sawant has been on the TV reality show Bigg Boss many times. She is known for causing drama and controversy. She has revealed secrets about her personal life on the show, including her marriage and feelings for another contestant's husband- Abhinav Shukla in Bigg Boss 14. Rakhi is always in the news for something controversial, and people love to watch her on TV.

Rahul Mahajan, a charismatic and captivating contestant on Bigg Boss, left a lasting impression on the show. His romantic dalliances with fellow contestants Monica Bedi and Payal Rohatgi kept audiences enthralled. However, Rahul's most notable moment came when he daringly scaled the house's walls, making headlines. Alongside Raja Chaudhury, Zulfi Sayed, and Ashutosh Kaushik, Rahul attempted to escape the Bigg Boss house, but while the others apologized and returned, Rahul refused to take responsibility for his actions, ultimately leading to his removal from the show.

After a successful stint on the popular sitcom Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hai, the actress bid farewell to the show after nearly a year. She had alleged mental harassment by the producers, citing it as the reason for her departure. However, she soon bounced back with a bang by participating in Bigg Boss 11, which she went on to win. During her time on the reality show, she was involved in several dramatic and memorable confrontations with her co-contestants, notably Hina Khan and Vikas Gupta, making her stay in the house a truly unforgettable one.

Swami Om, a controversial contestant on Bigg Boss 10, sparked outrage with his sexist comments and bizarre behaviour, leading to his eventual eviction from the show. He infamously urinated on fellow contestants Bani J and Rohan Mehra, justifying his actions by falsely claiming they had drugged his food. Additionally, he made baseless accusations against Bani J, alleging an inappropriate relationship with Jason Shah, and absurdly labeled host Salman Khan an ISI agent. His erratic behavior and harmful remarks made him a polarizing figure, leading to his removal from the program.

Armaan Kohli, a contestant on Bigg Boss 7, gained attention for his short temper and controversial behaviour. His unusually close relationship with Tanishaa Mukerji, sister of Bollywood star Kajol, sparked rumors and debates, even catching the attention of host Salman Khan during Weekend ka Vaar. Moreover, Armaan's intense argument with co-contestant Sofia Hayat escalated to the point where he physically struck her with a mop during a task, leading to a police complaint and a visit to the Lonavala police station. His aggressive behaviour made headlines and raised concerns about his conduct in the house.

Imam Siddique, a contestant on Bigg Boss, was removed from the house after a big fight with Aashka Goradia. Before that, he wore a special suit that made everyone uncomfortable. He started taking it off, which made things even worse. Because of his behavior and the fight, he was forced to leave the show.

Arhaan Khan, a TV actor known for his role in Badho Bahu, entered the Bigg Boss 13 house, where he famously proposed to co-contestant Rashami Desai. However, host Salman Khan later revealed a shocking truth: Arhaan was already married and had a child, leaving Rashami heartbroken. Arhaan's past sparked tension in the house, particularly with Sidharth Shukla, with whom he frequently clashed. Arhaan also claimed to have supported Rashami financially, but their relationship crumbled under the scrutiny. When the media entered the house, Rashami declared she was done with Arhaan. After their exit from the show, the two engaged in a heated social media spat, airing their grievances publicly.

Dolly, famously known as Dolly Bomb, was a fiery contestant on Bigg Boss Season 4, known for her conflicts with nearly every housemate. Her most memorable clash was with Manoj Tiwari, a Bhojpuri superstar and current BJP MP, which sparked intense drama. However, her signature catchphrase, "Baap Pe Mat Jaana," became an enduring trademark, cementing her place in the show's history. Even today, she remains synonymous with this iconic phrase, which continues to evoke memories of her tumultuous tenure on Bigg Boss.