Bigg Boss 19 Voting? The Shehbaz Badesha vs. Mridul Tiwari Showdown
So, you’re scouring the web for the latest on Bigg Boss 19 voting—specifically, the drama between Shehbaz Badesha and Mridul Tiwari? You’re in the right place. The TL;DR: Yes, the voting is real, it’s going on right now, and, frankly, the whole event is a mix of hype, hope, and a dab of controversy.
What’s the Deal With This Bigg Boss 19 Voting?
To answer bluntly: The voting this season—especially the Shehbaz vs. Mridul head-to-head—is all about Fan’s Choice. For the uninitiated, Bigg Boss 19 threw a curveball right out the gate. Instead of quietly dropping contestants into the house, they asked viewers to pick between two potentially explosive personalities: Shehbaz Badesha (Shehnaaz Gill’s famously zesty brother) and Mridul Tiwari (YouTuber, comedy king, and odd controversy magnet).
I’ll admit, I first thought this was your standard social media “vote for your favorite” stunt. But no—this is for a precious entry spot. The fate of both Shehbaz and Mridul hangs in the balance until August 21. Every vote from you, me, or that aunty who hoards JioCinema subscriptions, actually counts.
Voting closes: August 21, 11:59PM IST
How to vote: Exclusively through the JioCinema/Hotstar app. Annoying, yes, if you’re not a subscriber. But it does keep the process straightforward (and prevents 20 Twitter sock puppet accounts from stacking votes).
Shehbaz Badesha: More Than “Shehnaaz’s Brother”
Honestly? At first, I thought Shehbaz’s whole pitch was just: “I’m Shehnaaz’s brother!” True, his name rocketed after supporting his sister in Bigg Boss 13. Many fans still remember his goofy dance routines, impulsive sense of humor, and his ability to escalate the mood in any room (once, hilariously, by starting a one-man food fight at a press event—security was not amused).
But after years in the limelight’s periphery, Shehbaz has carved his own mini-fandom. If you’ve ever scrolled #Shehbazians on Insta, you know what I mean. The kid’s got energy to spare, and with his Bigg Boss 19 entry hinging on the audience, his supporters are going full throttle. My cousin still forwards me motivational Shehbaz memes when I’m down. Not sure it helps—but it’s genuine fan love.
Anecdote time: During his first week visiting the Bigg Boss house for a guest appearance, Shehbaz accidentally called Salman Khan “uncle” on air. Salman’s reaction? A perfectly timed eyebrow raise, and then (thankfully) a laugh that told us the night was going to be okay.
Shehnaaz Gill posted a video on her Instagram page urging fans to vote for her brother, Shehbaz Badesha.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNbbnC2zAlu/
Mridul Tiwari: The Meme Machine With a Loyal Army
If Shehbaz is known for boldness, Mridul is king of relatability. With 18 million YouTube subscribers and viral sketches that make you snort tea out your nose, Mridul’s appeal is wide and real.
I started watching his channel, The Mridul, during COVID lockdowns. His “School Life” video became family living room tradition—because Mridul’s secret weapon is the everyday cringe, joy, and messiness he mines from actual Indian life. My college roommate texts me Mridul sketches after every failed date (“when family asks why you’re still single,” ouch).
Despite a brief brush with headlines—his car was involved in a case in Noida, but turns out he wasn’t even driving—Mridul seems to have a teflon fanbase. They shrug off drama, focus on the jokes, and vote like it’s a civic duty.
The Battle: Who’s Getting the Love?
Short answer: It’s close, and fans are pulling out all the tricks. Hashtags are flying, DMs are being sent, and—let’s be honest—there may be a few WhatsApp family groups on the brink of going to war over this poll.
From what’s spilled online:
Shehbaz brings Bigg Boss legacy, connections, and a reputation for stirring the pot.
Mridul brings a digital juggernaut—huge Gen Z and millennial support, plus he’s the “new blood” the show needs for fresh narratives.
But controversy isn’t far behind. Shehnaaz Gill publicly called the voting system “unfair,” saying, “When I was in Bigg Boss 13, my brother wanted to join, but now he’s been forced into this weird head-to-head… Both boys should go in!” I’ll admit, I get her point. Why pit two genuinely interesting personalities against each other when you could potentially let both cook up chaos in the house?
How It Feels as a Viewer
Okay, real talk: The voting feels more ELECTION than entertainment. My timeline is flooded with pleas from both #SidNaazians and Mridul’s mega-fans. I’m just waiting for either camp to ring my doorbell offering mithai in exchange for app screenshots.
But also—there’s authentic excitement. This isn’t some formulaic “vote for eviction” scenario. Viewers are literally engineering the first twist of the season. It’s fan-powered drama, and if you’re a sucker for reality TV meta-moves (guilty), this is absolute popcorn material.
The Bottom Line: Vote, But Don’t Lose Your Sense of Humor
If you’re still on the fence? Pull up the JioCinema app, watch a couple of old Shehbaz or Mridul clips, and go with your gut. Or, like my neighbor’s kid, just vote for the one who made you laugh hardest in their promotional video.
However it shakes out, credit to the Bigg Boss makers: They’ve given us a pre-season knockout punch that’s already got the fandom humming. And isn’t that what the best reality shows are all about?
Voting for Shehbaz vs. Mridul ends August 21, so mark your calendar or risk being the only one confused at the next (socially distant) Bigg Boss watch party.
