Bigg Boss 20: Salman Khan reveals makers have been pursuing Mahhi Vij to participate since his first season on the show

06 September,2026 11:46 PM IST |  Mumbai  |  mid-day online correspondent

Mahhi Vij entered Bigg Boss 20 as the final contestant after years of turning down the show. Encouraged by her children, she finally accepted. Salman Khan welcomed her, while Mahhi said motherhood made her strong, though controlling her temper could be challenging

Mahhi Vij, Salman Khan and Tara Bhanushali (Pictures via JioHotstar)


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Salman Khan calls the last contestant to enter the Bigg Boss 20 house which is Mahhi Vij. Mahhi has been a prominent name in the TV Industry, the actress recently made her TV comeback with Seher Hone Ko Hai. After a grandcomeback, she has now entered the most controversial house of reality TV. Mahhi entered with a smashing performance.

Salman Khan pulls Mahhi Vij's leg

Salman Khan welcomed her on stage and joked, "Itne saalon ki aapki jo prathana thi na, Bigg boss mein nahi jaane ki woh puri nahi hui na. Endemol has been behind her since the season I entered the show. After so many years, she has finally said yes. Its their dedication that they wanted you and here you are." Salman then asked Mahhi what made her say yes, the actress said, "Har cheez ka ek waqt hota hai, I had initially said no, but then my kids also pushed me to do the show so here I am. It's my favourite show and I watch it every year. Now, that even my kids have grown up, I think it was the right time."

Salman then enquired about the kids' age, Mahhi said, "Khushi is going to be 12, Rajveer is 10 and Tara is 7." Tara was sitting in the audience to say bye to her mom. Salman was then seen interacting with the little girl, he even boosted her by saying, "Mummy is going inside, but you can see her through the television." Salman then told Mahhi that she must use her 'mahhi way' inside the house and overcome all the hurdles like emotions, house duties, manipulation and temper.

Mahhi Vij gets emotional

Mahhi reveals, "I only get emotional when it comes to my kids, nothing else can break me. After embracing motherhood, I have become extremely strong. I am sure I will be able to handle these hurdles well. It will be easy for me to do the house duties, I will even get all the things get done. There is a little issue with my temper." Salman asks how will she control her temper in the house. Mahhi reveals that she gets angry on things that are wrong. She takes a stand for right. Salman praises her and wishes her luck.

Tara then comes to the stage to hug her mother before she enters the Bigg Boss 20 house. Mahhi gets emotional and tells Tara, 'You are a strong girl.' It will be interesting to see how will Mahhi stay away from her little kids and get locked in the Bigg Boss house.

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