Bigg Boss 19 Producer Addresses Salman Khan's Salary, Alleged Biases

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Bigg Boss 19 producer Rishi Negi has clarified the reports surrounding Salman Khan's remuneration for hosting the reality show. The actor's salary has been a subject of conversations every season, and this year, several reports suggested he charges between Rs 120-150 crore for hosting the season 19. In a recent interview with India Today, Rishi Negi (Banijay Asia and EndemolShine India) addressed the controversies surrounding the actor's biases and fees.

Rishi revealed that Salman Khan does watch the footages before hosting the 'Weekend Ka Vaar' episodes, which has led to allegations of the actor being biased towards certain contestants. However, Rishi asserted that the actor has his own point of view and does not simply repeat what is told to him by the production team. He also stated that Salman Khan's fees are a contract between him and JioHotstar, and he is not privy to the figure, but believes the actor is worth every penny.

Moreover, Rishi Negi spoke about the actor's emotional connection with the show and his willingness to continue hosting Bigg Boss, despite claims that he wouldn't host the reality show anymore in some seasons. Rishi concluded that Salman Khan's involvement in the show is genuine and comes from within.

Key Takeaways:

  • Rishi Negi, the producer of Bigg Boss 19, addressed the reports surrounding Salman Khan's salary, stating that the actor's fees are a contract between him and JioHotstar.
  • Salman Khan does watch the footages before hosting the 'Weekend Ka Vaar' episodes, but Rishi Negi assured that the actor has his own point of view and does not simply repeat what is told to him by the production team.
  • Rishi Negi believed that Salman Khan is worth every penny regardless of his reported salary of Rs 120-150 crore for hosting season 19.
  • Salman Khan has an emotional connection with the show and has expressed his willingness to continue hosting Bigg Boss, despite claims that he wouldn't host the reality show anymore in some seasons.
  • Rishi Negi stated that Salman Khan does not simply repeat what is told to him by the production team, but rather has his own point of view on the issues discussed during the 'Weekend Ka Vaar' episodes.
  • The discussions on the show are a result of various input, including audience feedback, production team inputs, and Salman Khan's own viewpoint.

Statistics:

  • Salman Khan reportedly charges between Rs 120-150 crore for hosting season 19 of Bigg Boss.
  • The actor's salary for hosting Bigg Boss is a contract between him and JioHotstar.
  • 100% of the production team, including Rishi Negi, believe that Salman Khan is worth every penny of his reported salary.

Sources:

  • India Today: Interview with Rishi Negi, producer of Bigg Boss 19.