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From Divyanka Tripathi to Shivangi Joshi: Why These TV Stars Said No to Bigg Boss?

TV stars who rejected Bigg Boss: Surbhi Jyoti, Surbhi Chandra, Jennifer Winget, Mohsin Khan, and more refused the show.!

Published By: Komal Das
Last Updated: September 4, 2025 12:10:31 IST

Bigg Boss stays one of the biggest reality shows on Indian television. Fans speculate about contestants before every season. Yet, several popular actors keep rejecting the offer. Surbhi Jyoti, Surbhi Chandra, Jennifer Winget, Mohsin Khan, Arjun Bijlani, Divyanka Tripathi, and Shivangi Joshi have all refused. They enjoy success in fiction and other formats but continue to keep distance from the unpredictable drama of Bigg Boss.

Surbhi Jyoti Chooses Privacy

The Naagin star has often been linked to Bigg Boss. Her name surfaces before almost every season. Yet she never accepts the invitation. Surbhi Jyoti enjoys strong popularity, but she prefers to stay away from the Bigg Boss house.

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Mohsin Khan Finds It Overwhelming

Reports once claimed that Mohsin Khan got approached with a hefty paycheck for Bigg Boss 15. However, he admitted that he finds the environment overwhelming. He believes his reserved nature does not suit the format.

Surbhi Chandra Rejects Invitations

While she enjoys following the show as a viewer, Surbhi Chandra has rejected many invitations. She has made it clear that she does not want to trade scripted roles for reality TV drama.

Arjun Bijlani Cites Commitments

Arjun Bijlani has become a household name across television and reality formats. Makers often consider him for Bigg Boss. Still, he never joined. He cited his professional commitments as the reason.

Divyanka Tripathi Avoids Pressure

Divyanka Tripathi’s name gets linked to Bigg Boss almost every season. Fans hope to see her inside the house. However, she clarified repeatedly that she does not feel fit for the high-pressure format.

Shivangi Joshi Keeps Fans Hoping

The Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai star has received offers. She, however, stayed away from the show. Fans continue to hope for her Bigg Boss debut.

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Jennifer Winget Has No Interest

Jennifer Winget, famous for Beyhadh and Dill Mill Gayye, has firmly drawn a boundary. She has no interest in joining Bigg Boss and yet, her name often appears in speculative lists due to her star power.

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