52 episodes of ‘Bigg Boss 18’ have passed and the choices, tantrums, masks and real faces of the housemates have become quite clearly visible. For the last few days, there has been a lot of focus on chemistry in this house, in which Shrutika and Chum Darang’s friendship is in focus. On the other hand, in the house, Sara Afreen is seen angry and throws water on Karan’s face. For a long time, we have been seeing that seeing Chum Darang’s closeness and friendship with Karanvir, Shrutika is finding herself away from Chum. While both are good friends. However, Shrutika wants Chum Darang to also leave Karanvir and join hands with him.
This season’s coolest chum shows her awesome style
Chum is seen as the most calm and serious contestant of this season. However, in the promo of the show, Chum’s scream is heard more than anyone else’s scream in this show till now. In the promo video, Chup is seen screaming loudly. What happened was that Chum was unwell and Karanvir Mehra was taking care of him. Karan persuaded Chum to have food and she agreed. After this she again tells Karan that she does not feel like eating.
Shrutika fought when Chum’s food was given to Digvijay
Karanvir Mehra is cooking food for Chum Darang, Shilpa Shirodkar and himself and when he realized that Chum did not want to eat, then he gave the food kept for him to Digvijay Singh Rathi. After this, Shrutika suddenly comes to the kitchen and without knowing Chum’s wish, she says that she has to eat her food and she is not going to eat with Karanvir. The matter started escalating and during the debate on this issue, he started fighting with Karanvir and Shilpa Shirodkar.
Chum Darang went straight to the bathroom and started crying bitterly.
Shrutika also told Shilpa Shirodkar that Shilpa ji is now spitting venom and Karanvir Mehra got angry after hearing her words. Karanvir asked Shrutika that don’t you understand who should say what to whom, you just confuse people. Meanwhile, Shrutika and Karanvir shouted at each other in such a way that Chum Darang went straight to the bathroom and started crying bitterly in the bathroom. For the first time, Chum was seen unleashing her anger and shouting at everyone and seeing her, Shrutika also started her drama.
Shrutika said- I don’t want a kiss
When Shrutika asks to talk face to face with Chum, Chum refuses, due to which the atmosphere becomes very heated. Shilpa intervenes and asks Shrutika to calm down. Shrutika shows frustration and says that she wants to leave the show and shouts – I don’t want a kiss. And when Chum tries to reconcile, Shrutika refuses.
Shrutika is also seen banging her head on the ground
After seeing Chum, Shrutika is also seen hitting her head on the ground. Seeing Shrutika, Chum Darang goes to her and tries to stop her. Now what will be the outcome of this drama, it will be seen in the show itself.
A promo video of Karan and Sara has surfaced. In this video, Karan asks Sara- I just asked you, who asked you to cook food? On this Sara says- Your father said. Karan says- It has been a long time since my father left. After this Sara gets angry. Karan says- Now you can’t pull hair, can’t abuse…last time you were nominated too, the same drama happened…what will you do now? On hearing this, Sara picks up the water kept in the bottle and throws it on Karan’s face. Seeing this, the family members present there move forward to stop them but by then the incident has already happened.
How do communication breakdowns escalate conflicts among housemates on reality TV programs?
Time.news Interview: Exploring the Dynamics of Bigg Boss 18
Editor (Time.news): Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Anjali Mehta, a noted psychologist and reality TV expert. With 52 episodes of Bigg Boss 18 behind us, the emotional dynamics among housemates have become increasingly fascinating. What do you think contributes to the complex relationships we’re seeing, especially between Shrutika, Chum Darang, and Karanvir?
Dr. Anjali Mehta: Thank you for having me! The dynamics in Bigg Boss are often heightened by the confined living situation and the constant pressure of being filmed. In the case of Shrutika, Chum, and Karanvir, we’re witnessing classic social relationship patterns. Shrutika is clearly feeling insecure about her friendship with Chum due to Chum’s growing closeness with Karanvir. This jealousy is a natural reaction when friendships are tested in such high-stress environments.
Editor: It seems that Shrutika’s frustration boiled over when she perceived a shift in her dynamic with Chum. In your opinion, what role does misunderstanding play in their interactions, especially during conflicts like the food incident?
Dr. Mehta: Misunderstandings are at the heart of much of the conflict we see. In the kitchen scene where Shrutika reacted strongly to Karanvir giving Chum’s food to someone else, it highlights how quickly emotions can escalate without clear communication. Shrutika presumably believed that Karanvir was dismissing Chum’s needs, making her feel protective about their friendship. The lack of open dialog can lead to assumptions that might not reflect reality, amplifying tensions.
Editor: You mentioned Karanvir taking care of Chum when she was unwell. Is there a psychological reason why we often see caretaking behavior leading to deeper bonds in reality shows like this?
Dr. Mehta: Absolutely! Caretaking can forge strong emotional connections as it creates a sense of reliance and intimacy. When Karanvir cared for Chum, it might have fostered a feeling of safety for her, which often leads to trust. Unfortunately, when Shrutika saw this bond developing, it likely made her feel more isolated and prompted her to lash out. This duality of care and jealousy is quite common in close-knit groups.
Editor: The promo that highlights Chum’s louder moments also juxtaposes with her otherwise calm demeanor. What does this say about personality changes when under stress?
Dr. Mehta: When individuals are placed in stress-inducing situations, their true personalities can emerge in unexpected ways. Chum’s loud outburst may indicate that she had reached her breaking point after feeling unwell and pressured. It’s the classic fight-or-flight response—under stress, people sometimes react in ways that seem contradictory to their usual behavior, and this can be quite revealing about their emotional state.
Editor: Shrutika’s accusations toward Shilpa about “spitting venom” were quite severe. What does name-calling indicate in terms of conflict resolution among contestants?
Dr. Mehta: Name-calling is often a primitive response to feeling attacked or misunderstood. It signifies a breakdown in effective communication and showcases the desperation to regain control in a situation where they feel powerless. In reality TV, where stakes are high, such reactions are magnified. Unfortunately, this can lead to further divisiveness rather than fostering understanding, turning conflicts into personal attacks.
Editor: Based on all these dynamics, what can the viewers take away from the behaviors seen in Bigg Boss 18?
Dr. Mehta: This season illustrates important lessons about communication, jealousy, and emotional needs in relationships. Viewers can see how misunderstandings can escalate quickly and how taking time to communicate and empathize can de-escalate conflicts. It’s a reminder that personal relationships—whether in reality TV or real life—require effort, openness, and an understanding of each other’s emotions to thrive.
Editor: Thank you, Dr. Mehta, for your insights into the intricate human emotions on display in Bigg Boss 18. It certainly adds another layer of understanding to the unfolding drama.
Dr. Mehta: My pleasure! Reality TV can be a fascinating lens through which to explore human behavior. I look forward to seeing how the rest of the season unfolds!