Asim Riaz Controversy With Rohit Shetty: Khatron Ke Khiladi 14
Currently, Khatron Ke Khiladi 14’s latest season has been surrounded by controversies, largely resulting from an altercation that took place between Rohit Shetty who is the host of show and a contestant Asim Riaz. The incident took place during a very intense task when Asim Riaz claimed that the show inflicted unfair rules against him. As a result he quarrelled with Shetty verbally. Such confrontations immediately divided even the contestants themselves apart as well as large section of their fans.
This was a reaction that happened almost at once, as the likes of Arjit Taneja and Kushal Tandon are some of the former contestants who became critical of Asim Riaz. Together they pointed out the existent rules on the show that must be observed especially maintaining somebody else’s rights on environmental protection such as dignity and respect for all. The fans took sides quickly on social media where tensions rose resulting into trended hashtags for both Rohit and Asim. This very much revealed how much invested in emotions were while watching this program.
Asim Riaz, recognized for his competitive nature, defended why he acted that way by asking whether it was fair or not. This highlights an ongoing discussion regarding the authenticity of reality shows’ competitions. But at the same time, Rohit Shetty insisted that his strong reaction was important in order to keep the program’s discipline and fairness.
The competition between Asim and Rohit in Khatron Ke Khiladi 14 has opened a wider conversation on how contestants should act and the sanctity of the show. Although there is no doubt that this incident has increased its viewership, it also brings to question what contestants undergo and how controversy plays into reality television shows. This happening will significantly determine whether or not the show can maintain its dignity and respectability.