{
  "id": 17641917,
  "title": "Panchayat actor Aasif Khan evicted from Salman Khan’s Bigg Boss 20",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/panchayat-actor-aasif-khan-evicted-from-salman-khans-bigg-boss-20",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-01T17:00:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/television/panchayat-actor-aasif-khan-evicted-from-salman-khans-bigg-boss-20-10946000/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Sunday's Weekend Ka Vaar episode of Bigg Boss 20, actor Aasif Khan was evicted from the show. Despite being among the most prominent contestants, Aasif's aggressive behavior and perceived superiority complex ultimately proved detrimental to his journey on the popular reality game show. During his eight-week stint on Bigg Boss 20, Aasif faced a range of highs and lows, including a heated exchange with co-star Aamrapali Dubey over a perceived slight. Aamrapali had jokingly asked Aasif, \"What kind of an actor are you?\" to which he responded that she would soon learn of his true star status. Aasif's behavior also drew attention during several tasks and confrontations throughout the season. Earlier in the show, he lashed out at Uditi Singh after she accused him of inappropriate touching during an emotional moment. Moreover, a recent confrontation with Qazi Touqeer escalated into a public argument, with Aasif reportedly threatening to headbutt his fellow contestant. Despite the controversies, Aasif's humorous skits and news-reporting segments offered occasional entertainment on the show. When asked about his decision to join Bigg Boss 20, Aasif cited Salman Khan's immense fan base in India as the primary reason. He expressed his admiration for the actor since childhood and his desire to be a part of Salman's circle. Additionally, Aasif aimed to expand his TV presence beyond theater, film, and OTT platforms, seeking a larger-than-life experience in the world of television. Aasif's career began as a junior artist in films such as Ready and Agneepath, with his acting debut in Toilet: Ek Prem Katha. He gained significant recognition for his role in the popular OTT series Panchayat, where his performance was widely praised.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}