Comedian Munawar Faruqui says he struggled after winning Bigg Boss 17, describing a period when he locked himself away for three to four days and started “hating” himself. Multiple outlets report he links the distress to sudden fame, constant public attention, and its impact on his personal wellbeing, including his relationship with his son.
Faruqui also connects the experience to his later life choices. Several NDTV-related stories and other coverage say he explains that the episode influenced his desire for stability and a more settled life, which he describes as a factor behind marrying Mehjabeen Coatwala within months of leaving the show.
While the core account is consistent across outlets—his post-win breakdown, the time frame around early 2024, and his stated reasons for seeking marriage—coverage differs in emphasis. Some stories focus more on the emotional toll and mental state, while others foreground the career and personal-life context, including his hosting role and his move toward family stability.
