Salman Khan confronts trolls and paparazzi angles on Bigg Boss 20, Farah Khan backs 'no back shots'

Farah Khan recently called out the paparazzi as they tried to take shots of her from behind. The filmmaker-turned-YouTuber reminded the paps of what Salman Khan had said on Bigg Boss and questioned them in frustration, “Are, turn karo matlab kya?” while asking them not to take shots from behind.Farah Khan Confronts Paparazzi Over Back ShotFarah Khan was recently confronted by the paparazzi while she was being filmed as she walked. As the paps tried to capture her from behind, the filmmaker-turned-YouTuber turned around and said, “Salman bhai ne bola na, peeche se nahi lene ka.” She then told the paparazzi, “Turn karo,” making it clear she did not want them filming her from behind. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Telly Talk (@tellytalkindia) Farah Khan is not the only celebrity to draw the line at intrusive paparazzi angles. Following Salman Khan’s remarks on Bigg Boss 20, the conversation around “back shots” has found echoes among other celebrities as well. Manushi Chhillar was recently seen asking the paparazzi to delete pictures taken from behind, firmly saying, “Please delete that. Don’t put any back shots.” Neha Dhupia, too, has previously confronted photographers over the practice, questioning, “Yeh badtameezi se backshot kaun leta hai?” and asking them to stop. Salman had also cited Neha and Saiee Manjrekar while highlighting how such photographs can make actresses uncomfortable.'Women Are Expected To Be Strong...': Sobhita Dhulipala Supports Katrina Kaif Amid Postpartum Body-Shaming After Salman Khan Slams TrollsSalman Khan addressed the issue of intrusive paparazzi photography during the September 20, 2026 Weekend Ka Vaar episode of Bigg Boss 20, while speaking about trolling and the way women celebrities are photographed. Calling out photographers for taking “hip shots”, “taangon ke shots” and especially pictures from behind, Salman said, “And then the one shot they take from behind, which none of the heroines like? There must be a few who say it’s okay, I don’t mind it. But what about those who don’t like it?” He recalled instances involving Saiee Manjrekar, Neha Dhupia and even his niece, who was photographed from behind with the caption, “Pehchaano ye kaun hai?” Salman then urged women who are uncomfortable with such pictures to stand up for themselves, saying, “Jahan aisa hua, ghoom ke chamaat maaro. Bolna na apni maa behenon ka yeh shot lete ja, aur humko dikha.” He further called the practice “disgusting” and questioned, “What is this mentality?”

Actress Katrina Kaif recently became the target of online trolling following her public appearance at the Ambani Ganpati celebrations, where she was spotted with her husband, actor Vicky Kaushal. Several social media users made comments about her appearance, prompting criticism of the body-shaming directed at the actress. While Katrina and Vicky have remained silent on the matter, her former boyfriend Salman Khan came out in her support and slammed trolls on Bigg Boss 20.Sobhita Dhulipala Reacts To Katrina Kaif's Postpartum Body-ShamingAmid the controversy, actress Sobhita Dhulipala also addressed the criticism Katrina faced over her postpartum appearance. Speaking to NDTV, Sobhita said that women are often expected to deal with situations in different ways."Women are expected to be strong, women are expected to be sensitive, women are expected to be many things. And different women handle things differently, so there is no generic rule," she said.'When The Time Is Right...': Nagarjuna Gives Cryptic Reply On Being Asked About Naga Chaitanya & Sobhita Dhulipala's Pregnancy Rumours View this post on Instagram A post shared by FPJ Lifestyle (@fpjlifestyle)Sobhita added that public criticism can affect people differently, stressing that everyone is human and has their own way of dealing with difficult situations.What Did Salman Khan Say?Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal welcomed their son, Vihaan Kaushal, in November last year. Addressing the trolling directed at Katrina after her pregnancy, Salman defended the actress during Bigg Boss 20 Weekend Ka Vaar.Salman questioned why people were commenting on Katrina's weight and appearance after she had recently become a mother. He pointed out that gaining weight after pregnancy is normal and said that Katrina would get back in shape when she returned to films. He also stressed that she should be allowed to spend time with her family.'Kuch Seekho Vicky Kaushal': Netizens Question Actor's Silence As Salman Khan Defends Ex-Girlfriend Katrina Kaif Amid Body-Shaming TrollsIn a dramatic response to the trolls, Salman also removed his jacket and T-shirt on television and appeared shirtless, seemingly making a point about the way people judge others based on their physical appearance. Shirtless SALMAN KHAN On Live TV.Megastar #SalmanKhan Showing his Six pack abs on #BiggBoss20   . All the haters and idiots who cry about VFX Are in mud. think twice before questioning the OG Bodybuilding Icon of India. pic.twitter.com/3eEbGJSvki— MASS (@Freak4Salman) September 19, 2026 As of now, Vicky Kaushal has not publicly reacted to the body-shaming controversy, while Katrina Kaif has also not addressed the trolling surrounding her appearance.

Earlier, Salman Khan slammed trolls for attacking Katrina Kaif over her postpartum weight gain and the paparazzi for taking inappropriate shots of female celebrities.

Earlier, Salman Khan slammed trolls for attacking Katrina Kaif over her postpartum weight gain and the paparazzi for taking inappropriate shots of female celebrities.

Bigg Boss 20 has reportedly set a new viewership record after Salman Khan went shirtless during Weekend Ka Vaar to hit back at trolls and defend Katrina Kaif. The episode garnered 21 million views in a single week, making the reality show the first non-cricket property to cross the 20-million mark in a week in 2026, according to Ormax Media.Bigg Boss 20: Salman Khan Shirtless Weekend Ka Vaar Episode Sets RecordIn the recent Weekend Ka Vaar episode, Salman Khan took on trolls who had criticised actors over their weight gain. The superstar went shirtless while responding to the comments and came out in support of Katrina Kaif. According to Ormax Media, Bigg Boss Hindi Season 20 became the “first non-cricket property to cross the 20 Million mark in a single week in 2026.”The Weekend Ka Vaar episode reportedly clocked 21 million views, marking a significant milestone for the reality show. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ormax Media (@ormaxmedia) During the latest Bigg Boss 20 Weekend Ka Vaar episode, Salman Khan hit back at trolls targeting celebrities over their age, weight and appearance. Responding to comments calling him overweight, he said, “Bhai mota ho gaya hai,” then removed his hat, jacket, and T-shirt to challenge his critics, saying, “Come on, troll me now.” Without taking any name, he also condemned the body-shaming of Katrina Kaif over her post-pregnancy weight gain, asking why people targeted women for gaining weight after pregnancy. Salman also hit back at the trolls commenting on his brother Sohail Khan's weight, saying, "Lekin mazak udana Sohail ke upar, Varun ke upar, har ek industry ke upar...Lagao ab jitni trolling karni hai."Bigg Boss 20: 'Darr Darr Dekhta Hoon', Manoj Tiwari Reacts To Daughter Rhiti Tiwari’s Journey In Salman Khan-Hosted Reality Show View this post on Instagram A post shared by JioHotstar Reality (@jiohotstarreality) Salman Khan's remarks on Bigg Boss 20 sparked speculation among viewers that he was indirectly standing up for Katrina Kaif, who was recently trolled over her post-pregnancy appearance. Katrina faced online criticism after she was spotted with Vicky Kaushal at the Ambani family's Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, with several social media users commenting on her weight gain.

In a passionate response, Soniya Bansal condemned the negative impact of social media trolling and body shaming. She applauded Salman Khan's thoughtful comments on Bigg Boss 20, where he addressed the harsh criticism celebrities often encounter regarding their looks. Bansal reiterated Khan's important message that a person's worth transcends age and appearance, drawing attention to the necessary dialogue about scrutiny in the digital age.

Filmmaker Kunal Kohli praised Salman Khan for speaking up about social media trolling, celebrity body-shaming and intrusive paparazzi culture on the latest episode of Bigg Boss 20. Reacting to the superstar’s fiery Weekend Ka Vaar speech, Kunal said Salman had addressed some of the most important issues surrounding online behaviour and the people who encourage it.Sharing a video from the episode on X, Kunal expressed his admiration for Salman. He wrote, “Respect...you made the most important points on social media etiquette, behaviour, trolls & paps and the people who follow n encourage such behaviour. Aur jab bhai bolta hai toh uske baad koi nahin bol sakta.”@BeingSalmanKhan respect ✊ youMade the most important points on social media etiquette, behaviour, trolls & paps and the people who follow n encourage such behaviour. Aur jab bhai bolta hai toh uske baad koi nahin bol sakta. pic.twitter.com/v85uyRIskD— kunal kohli (@kunalkohli) September 20, 2026 Kunal also highlighted Salman’s influence, pointing to the way the Bigg Boss 20 contestants listened as the actor-host spoke about the issue. “When Salman speaks, everyone shuts up,” he said, adding that Salman had “really spoken” this time.The filmmaker’s reaction came after Salman addressed the trolling he has faced over his age, weight and appearance. During the September 19 episode, the actor removed his shirt while responding to comments about his physique and embraced the fact that he is now 60.“Of course, I'm 60 years old, yaar. You cannot be Maine Pyar Kiya all the time.”SALMAN KHAN took his T-shirt off on live telecast of #BiggBoss20 and silenced the so called trollers in his own style. 60 yrs old and still carrying a physique most can only dream of.The OG Fitness Icon for a reason.#SalmanKhan pic.twitter.com/E84uGCJrdR— Pαѕнα (@ibeingxpasha_) September 19, 2026 Salman’s speech, however, went beyond comments about his own appearance. He spoke about the way celebrities are targeted online and criticised the behaviour of some paparazzi photographers who click women from uncomfortable angles and circulate the pictures on social media.The actor also spoke about the responsibility of people who consume and encourage such content. His remarks came amid conversations around celebrity trolling, including recent online comments about actress Katrina Kaif’s appearance and postpartum weight.Video: Varun Dhawan Shares Father David Dhawan’s Reaction To Salman Khan's Anti-Trolling Rant On Bigg Boss 20 His latest comments have also drawn reactions from other celebrities, including Neha Dhupia, who responded to the discussion on social media with, “Tiger zinda hai.” Varun Dhawan also shared a video of Salman and added a clapping emoji along with it. Meanwhile, on the work front, besides hosting Bigg Boss 20, Salman is set to star alongside Nayanthara in Vamshi Paidipally’s upcoming film, tentatively titled Monster.

Actor Varun Dhawan reacted to Salman Khan’s strong stand against trolling celebrities over their appearance, and he had some support from his father, filmmaker David Dhawan, too. The Bawaal actor shared a glimpse of his father watching Salman’s comments on Bigg Boss 20, showing just how much the message resonated with them.During the latest Weekend Ka Vaar episode, Salman addressed the constant scrutiny that celebrities face over their looks and appearance. While speaking about the trolling aimed at Varun and Sohail Khan, the superstar differentiated between genuine concern for someone’s health and mocking them for their appearance.“Showing concern that bhai, you look unwell, you have lost weight, is different. But mocking Sohail and Varun over their looks? That is wrong,” Salman said.'Ghoom Ke Chamat Maaro': Salman Khan Loses His Cool Over Paparazzi Clicking 'Disgusting' Back-Shots Of Actresses – VIDEO Varun, who has himself faced comments about his appearance on social media, appeared to appreciate Salman calling out such behaviour. On Sunday, the actor shared a video of David watching the episode and reacting to Salman’s remarks. Varun added a clapping emoji to the post as his father watched the Bigg Boss host speak about the issue.LATEST - Varun Dhawan’s Instagram Story.David Dhawan and Varun Dhawan watching #BiggBoss20 as Bhai opened his T shirt. Bhai also spoke about Varun Dhawan on the show Varun & his family faced body shaming and trolling.#SalmanKhan pic.twitter.com/LoATK8Jm5s— Sohail. (@BeingSohail__) September 20, 2026 Salman’s comments came as he spoke about how quickly celebrities become targets online. He also addressed the intrusive manner in which some photographers click celebrities, particularly women, and publish photographs taken from uncomfortable angles.SALMAN KHAN took his T-shirt off on live telecast of #BiggBoss20 and silenced the so called trollers in his own style. 60 yrs old and still carrying a physique most can only dream of.The OG Fitness Icon for a reason.#SalmanKhan pic.twitter.com/E84uGCJrdR— Pαѕнα (@ibeingxpasha_) September 19, 2026 During the conversation, Salman mentioned Saiee Manjrekar, Neha Dhupia and his niece while highlighting the issue. He recalled seeing Saiee appear uncomfortable when she was photographed in such a manner and also remembered Neha objecting to similar pictures.“And what did the caption say? Guess who it is. Who are they to do this?” he asked.'Kuch Seekho Vicky Kaushal': Netizens Question Actor's Silence As Salman Khan Defends Ex-Girlfriend Katrina Kaif Amid Body-Shaming TrollsSalman further urged women who are uncomfortable with such photographs to speak up and confront photographers. He pointed out that such incidents happen “all the time at every function”.For Varun, the moment comes as he continues to face public discussion around his appearance and upcoming projects. On the work front, he will next be seen in Bhediya 2. He is also reportedly attached to a horror film backed by Aditya Chopra’s production house.Meanwhile, Salman is set to star alongside Nayanthara in Vamshi Paidipally’s upcoming film, tentatively titled Monster.

Actor Salman Khan, the host of Bigg Boss 20, recently addressed the constant trolling he has faced over his appearance during the latest Weekend Ka Vaar episode. Losing his temper over comments targeting his age, hairstyle, weight and alleged hair transplant, Salman removed his hat and later went shirtless, making it clear that he was not going to let online comments dictate how he looked or carried himself.His response comes at a time when several actors have also faced social media trolling and body-shaming over their changing appearances. Amid the discussion, former Bigg Boss contestant Monalisa, who participated in Bigg Boss 10, came out in support of Salman and praised him for being unapologetically himself.Monalisa Backs Salman KhanSharing a heartfelt message, Monalisa wrote, “Thank You @beingsalmankhan Sir For Being You… I Am So So Proud.” She also addressed the wider issue of age-shaming and body-shaming, revealing her own struggles with hormonal changes, anxiety, weight gain and repeated failed pregnancy treatments.Check it out:'He Criticised My Body...': Former Bigg Boss Contestant Sofia Hayat Calls Salman Khan 'Hypocritical' After His Shirtless Moment View this post on Instagram A post shared by MONALISA (@aslimonalisa)Monalisa recalled being trolled with comments such as, "Ab toh maa ban jao, umar ho gayi hai."However, she said she is “ageing gracefully” and does not feel bad about it, stressing that ageing is a natural process. Her post highlighted the pressure celebrities often face to meet unrealistic expectations about appearance, age and motherhood.What Salman Khan Said About Constant TrollingAddressing the trolls, Salman said, “What do you want to troll? And why do you want to troll? What is the mentality? It has happened with me too. Bhai mota ho gaya hai (He has become fat). Kar lo na troll, ye lo (Now come, troll me).”Salman Khan went viral after stripping off his shirt and hat on Bigg Boss 20 to address and silence social media trolls mocking his age and weight gain, while also criticizing intrusive paparazzi boundaries. pic.twitter.com/ipSNwbuz3I— Finset (@TheFinset24) September 20, 2026 He then removed his hat and jacket, adding, “Kar lo trolling (Come, troll me).” Salman also wiped off his makeup on stage and showed his face to the audience, challenging them to troll him now. However, he clarified that he understands when people express genuine concern about an actor’s appearance or health, rather than simply mocking them.

Salman Khan took a strong stand for his former girlfriend Katrina Kaif during the recent episode of Bigg Boss 20’s Weekend Ka Vaar, calling out the trolling and body-shaming faced by women after pregnancy. His remarks came amid criticism directed at Katrina over her post-pregnancy appearance at the Ambani Ganpati celebrations, where she was spotted with her husband, actor Vicky Kaushal.So it was all about #KatrinaKaif’s recent trolling on her looksHe always protects her no matter what#BiggBoss20 #Bb20 #SalmanKhan pic.twitter.com/lginhYjfDV— ✨ (@HeyStalker__3) September 19, 2026 'Kisi Ke Maa Banne Par...': Salman Khan Speaks About Body-Shaming During Bigg Boss 20; Netizens Say, 'He Is Taking Stand For Katrina Kaif'Vicky Kaushal Faces Questions Over Silence On Katrina Kaif Body-Shaming TrollingSalman questioned why women are targeted for their changing bodies after pregnancy and stressed that they should be given time to spend with their families instead of being judged for their appearance.Following Salman’s comments, several netizens praised him for speaking up for Katrina. However, some social media users also questioned Vicky Kaushal’s silence, pointing out that the actor has not publicly addressed the trolling aimed at his wife. View this post on Instagram A post shared by FPJ Lifestyle (@fpjlifestyle)Netizens ReactOne user wrote, “Glad Salman spoke up for Katrina but honestly wish Vicky had spoken up for her too. Like bro, that’s your wife.”Another commented, “Just wondering what Vicky Kaushal must be feeling seeing Salman Khan defend his wife Katrina Kaif on National TV.”“Vicky Kaushal could never defend Katrina the way Salman Khan is defending her,” read another reaction.A social media user also wrote, “Vicky Kaushal kuch seekho. Salman Khan defended your wife better than you. All these words should have come from you and not him. This is the level of respect Salman has for Katrina!”Katrina Kaif Adorably Kisses Son Vihaan's Tiny Hand, Shares Glimpse Of 43rd Birthday Celebration With Vicky Kaushal- INSIDE Photosglad salman spoke up for katrina but honestly wish vicky had spoken up for her too. like bro that’s your wife. https://t.co/FplNCk164w— (@jaadafahoo) September 19, 2026 Vicky Kaushal could never defend Katrina the way Salman Khan is defending her #BiggBoss20— S. (@KhabarKussss) September 19, 2026 Just wondering what Vicky Kaushal must be feeling seeing Salman Khan Defend his wife Katrina Kaif on National TV pic.twitter.com/z9BNJ5EAMv— Rosy (@rose_k01) September 19, 2026 Vicky kaushal be like: ye to mujhe karna chahiye tha— Devil_10 (@Radhe_nilesh) September 19, 2026 Those who were trolling Katrina Kaif really needed a reply. But that reply should have gone to Vicky Kaushal — the kind Salman Khan actually gave.Bro dedicated the entire episode to his Pasandida Aurat. By showing off his body and thick hair, he also answered everyone calling… pic.twitter.com/MoLVGbX2I9— Krisha (@KrishaAsiagh) September 20, 2026 How can someone hate this manNot even Vicky kaushal take stand for katrina but SALMAN KHAN is the man for his followers. If he say it he mean it. तभी दुनिया भाई बोली है।।Post pregnancy Katrina is looking more prettier than before ❤️❤️#salmankhan #bigboss #katrina pic.twitter.com/zrQ5vCbHXq— JANHIT (@Janhitinfo) September 20, 2026 vicky kaushal kuch seekho salman khan defended your wife better than you all these words should have come from you and not him this is level of respect Salman has for kat !#Biggboss20 #BB20 #SalmanKhan— ' (@cutiepatootieho) September 19, 2026 What is Vicky Kaushal doing man? https://t.co/jj1fC6XnZ9— Happiness Deprived (@deprived_zar) September 19, 2026 As of now, Vicky Kaushal has not publicly reacted to the body-shaming controversy, while Katrina Kaif has also not addressed the trolling surrounding her appearance.Katrina and Vicky tied the knot on December 9, 2021. Meanwhile, Salman and Katrina reportedly dated for around four years before parting ways in 2010. The two began dating in the early 2000s.

Salman Khan addressed body-shaming and personal remarks about celebrity appearances during Bigg Boss 20. He spoke about the trolling he and others have faced regarding their physical looks. The actor removed his shirt to demonstrate his response to criticism about his own appearance. Khan also defended Sohail Khan and Varun Dhawan against comments on their looks. He emphasized that physical changes should not be a basis for ridicule.

Former Bigg Boss contestant Sofia Hayat, who participated in the seventh season of the reality show, recently called out host Salman Khan following his shirtless moment in the latest Weekend Ka Vaar episode. Salman lost his temper over the constant trolling and removed his hat and shirt to hit back at trolls who had been commenting on his age, haircut and weight.Sofia Hayat Calls Salman Khan 'Hypocritical' After Shirtless MomentWhile social media users showered him with praise for his response, Sofia had a different take, recalling the remarks Salman had made about her body during her time on the show.Taking to her X (formerly Twitter) handle, Sofia re-shared a video of Salman Khan’s shirtless moment and wrote on Sunday, September 20, "SALMAN is an hypocritical idiot. When I was in Bigg Boss he criticised my body and face..and told Gauhar (Khan) her body was good. Argh."Check it out:'Kisi Ke Maa Banne Par...': Salman Khan Speaks About Body-Shaming During Bigg Boss 20; Netizens Say, 'He Is Taking Stand For Katrina Kaif'SALMAN is an hypocritical idiot. When I was in Bigg Boss he criticised my body and face..and told Gauhar her body was good. Argh. https://t.co/ENXSfqMlz9— Sofia Hayat (@sofiahayat) September 19, 2026 Salman Khan Takes Stand For Katrina Kaif Amid Body-ShamingSalman also addressed the constant body-shaming, age-shaming and intrusive paparazzi behaviour faced by celebrities, particularly women after pregnancy. His remarks came amid the ongoing buzz around his former girlfriend Katrina Kaif being body-shamed over her post-pregnancy appearance at the Ambani Ganpati celebrations, where she was spotted with her husband, actor Vicky Kaushal.So it was all about #KatrinaKaif’s recent trolling on her looksHe always protects her no matter what#BiggBoss20 #Bb20 #SalmanKhan pic.twitter.com/lginhYjfDV— ✨ (@HeyStalker__3) September 19, 2026 Hrithik Roshan Likes Instagram Post Defending Katrina Kaif Amid Trolling Over Post-Pregnancy Weight GainSalman questioned why people feel the need to troll women after they become pregnant. “Why do you troll somebody who gets pregnant?” he asked. View this post on Instagram A post shared by FPJ Lifestyle (@fpjlifestyle)He went on to point out that women naturally gain weight during pregnancy and said they should be given time to spend with their families rather than being judged for their physical appearance. "Pregnant hone ke baad everyone puts on weight. Jab woh picture mein wapas aa jayengi, woh fit aa jayengi," he said.

Bigg Boss 20 Weekend Ka Vaar promo has gone viral on social media, in which Salman Khan is seen talking to the contestants about trolling, age-shaming, and body-shaming. In the promo, he says, "In every show, this age has become suddenly, 'woh budha hogaya hai'. What do you want to troll? Uske wajan par, uske looks par, uske khaandaan par, kisi ke smile par, kisi ke flop par, kisi ke maa banne par, aap apni upbringing dikha rahe ho."Salman further said that even he was trolled that he has become old. The actor further said that 'of course 60 saal ka hogaya hu yaar'. While Salman has not taken anyone's name in the video, netizens feel that he is defending Katrina Kaif amid the actress getting trolled for her postpartum weight.Trolling karne par #Salman ne lagayi gharwalon ki class! Dekhiye #BiggBoss20 ka naya episode, har roz raat 9 baje #JioHotstar par aur 10:30 baje #Colors par.#BiggBoss20 #BiggBossOnJioHotstar pic.twitter.com/yzkoySZMJh— JioHotstar Reality (@HotstarReality) September 19, 2026 Netizens React To Salman Khan's VideoA netizen tweeted, "I know Salman Khan is defending Katrina Kaif here but I just can’t prove it. Salman being Salman is what makes Bigg Boss special (sic)."Another X user wrote, "Salman indirectly addressing the criticism against Katrina here (sic)." One more netizen tweeted, "#SalmanKhan took a stand for all those people who body shame for looks, professions, body weight, age shaming. Katrina was being trolled for her look post pregnancy he also said on this 'kisi ke maa banne par' sabko ek saath bajaa diya. #BiggBoss20 aaj band bajegi sabki (sic)." Check out the tweets below...In another promo, we also get to see Salman getting angry and taking off his coat and throwing his hat while talking to the contestant about trolling.Katrina Kaif TrollingA few days ago, Katrina attended the Ambanis' Ganpati celebration along with husband, Vicky Kaushal. The actress' postpartum weight gain grabbed everyone's attention, and netizens started trolling her on social media. Many celebs have come out in support of Katrina, but the actress is yet to react to it.