Exclusive | Samarth Jurel’s father reacts to Abhishek Kumar slapping his son on Bigg Boss 17: ‘I will not call that poking or provocation’

Samarth Jurel's father Mukesh visited Bigg Boss 17 and said he hoped Isha Malviya and Samarth having a bright future as a couple.

Samarth Jurel's father comments on Abhsihek Kumar slapping his son on Bigg Boss 17 (Photos: Colors PR Team and Instagram)

Bigg Boss 17 family week will have family members meeting contestants, giving them some insight about their game as the show heads towards its final week. Samarth Jurel will be visited by father Mukesh Jurel on the show. He recently spoke to indianexpress.com about Samarth’s game in the house, and his relationship with co-contestant Isha Malviya. He also reacted to the infamous incident where Abhishek Kumar slapped his son during a fight.

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Talking about the fight, Samarth’s father said, “I feel both Samarth and Abhishek were wrong in that situation, don’t know why both of them got hyper. Abhishek was more worked up and his hand touched Samarth, but it’s okay.”

When asked if the provocation from Samarth was justified, Mukesh said, “What Samarth did with Abhishek, I will not call that poking or provocation, it was a fight that escalated. It could happen to us also if there was a fight at home.” Further, he also shared his opinion on whether giving Abhishek a second chance and bringing him back on Bigg Boss 17 was fair. “Bringing Abhishek back was Bigg Boss’ decision and I think it is okay,” he said.

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Commenting on Isha and Samarth’s relationship, Mukesh replied, “Isha and Samarth make a cute couple, I am happy they have decided to stay with each other. I want them to be together, work together, and grow together.”

Throughout the show, Isha has been seen as manipulating both Abhishek and Samarth for her game. Samarth’s dad also reacted on the same and said, “I don’t think Isha is manipulative, both she and Samarth stand for each other. I am not the kind of a parent who would praise my son; if he is wrong, I say as much.”

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Samarth, who is fondly called Chintu on the show, entered the house as a wildcard contestant and his antics on the game have been quite loved ever since.

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