Vishal Pandey was recently evicted from Bigg Boss OTT 3.
It was unfortunate for Vishal Pandey to face eviction from Bigg Boss OTT 3, which is in its last leg. Recently, the social media influencer spoke to Indianexpress.com about his journey on the show. He even revisited his rivalry with Armaan Malik and defended his friendship with Lovekesh Kataria.
Talking about his eviction, Vishal said, “I feel very disheartened, but I guess it was not destined. I don’t know what went wrong. I played with all my heart. I can say hard luck.”
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When asked if befriending Lovekesh Kataria was a mistake, Vishal Pandey disagreed and said, “There was an incident where he didn’t take a stand for me. I felt very bad about it. But if one thing has gone wrong, he has done 10 things right too. So I look at those, and not that one incident. It felt bad when he brought up that incident in the task, but I gave him that freedom. When I learned that my parents were okay about it, I didn’t get bothered if they spoke about the incident.”
On the show, Vishal Pandey’s biggest rivalry was with Armaan Malik. Besides indulging in name-calling, Armaan and Vishal were involved in a slap incident. Talking about their bitter equation, Vishal declared that Armaan is insecure about him and said, “Our bitter equation started on day two itself. I didn’t like his vibe because he spoke a lot about the game. Later, when I nominated him, things got bad. Then I figured he was two-faced. He is insecure of me. He lost topic for his content after my eviction. His entire game revolved around me. I could see his insecurity in everything.”
For those who don’t know, Vishal was slapped by Armaan after the latter learned about a remark Vishal made about his wife Kritika Malik. Talking about the incident, Vishal said, “That Weekend Ka Vaar was very heavy for me. I was being bashed since morning and it ended with the slap. But the name calling hadn’t stopped, I was zoned out for 3-4 days. Mentally I was just not there in the game.”
“I just kept thinking what people would be saying about my character outside, what would my parents think. Payal Malik had twisted the words. I didn’t remember what I said. There was a point I wondered if I was wrong. It was all very traumatizing,” he added.
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Defending his remark about Kritika Malik and accusations of checking her out, Vishal Pandey shared, “You can call Bhagyashali Bhaiyya to anyone. I had clarified this to Sana Makbul too. I looked at Kritika to check if she was gone. I never checked her out. I do feel Armaan is very lucky to have not one but two such caring wives.”
Pointing at the damage this incident caused to his image, Vishal said, “People were not understanding that they were character assassinating me. It has damaged my image a lot. I still don’t get why Armaan was not pulled up for this. Even Chandrika’s involvement in that matter was unnecessary.”
On a parting note, Vishal Pandey said he is just soaking up all the love from his fans now.
Nawaz Javed Kochra is a seasoned entertainment journalist at The Indian Express Online, bringing nearly a decade of expertise to the forefront of cultural reporting. With a focus on the television and Over-The-Top (OTT) landscapes, he has established himself as a prominent voice in the industry, known for his high-profile celebrity interviews and insightful coverage of the Indian entertainment sector.
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Nawaz holds a Master of Arts in Communication and Journalism from Mumbai University, providing him with a rigorous academic and ethical foundation. In his 11-year career, he has navigated through several of India's leading media houses, building a portfolio that spans digital, print, and broadcast media:
The Indian Express: Currently leads coverage of TV and OTT content, producing both written analysis and popular video interview segments.
Former Roles: He began his career at the iconic Stardust Magazine and later held key positions at Zoom TV, Zee Multimedia, MissMalini, Bollywood Bubble, and Raindrop Media.
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Nawaz’s beat is characterized by a blend of exclusive access and trend analysis. His core areas of expertise include:
Reality Television: Specialized coverage of major franchises like Bigg Boss, providing behind-the-scenes insights and winner profiles.
OTT Ecosystem: Tracking the shift from traditional cable to digital streaming platforms, with a focus on web series and digital premieres.
Celebrity Profiles & Interviews: Nawaz is celebrated for his ability to foster candid conversations with industry stalwarts, from music composers like Amaal Mallik to other TV legends.
Investigative Entertainment News: Reporting on sensitive industry developments, including legal disputes and personal stories of resilience within the acting community.
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With a reputation built on years of networking and credible reporting, Nawaz Kochra is a "known face" in the Mumbai media circuit. His work at The Indian Express adheres to the publication's "Journalism of Courage" standard, ensuring that even entertainment reporting is approached with accuracy, sensitivity, and transparency. His educational background and extensive tenure across diverse media platforms provide him with the authoritative perspective required to analyze the rapid evolution of Indian show business. ... Read More