According to viewers, Jamie Lever’s comment crossed the boundary between humour and personal attack. Many fans said that it is unacceptable to make fun of mental health on national television, even in fun.
Bigg Boss 19: Online, comedian Jamie Lever is receiving a lot of backlash for her offensive remark against Tanya Mittal on the most recent episode of Bigg Boss 19’s Weekend Ka Vaar. After making a comment that many people felt offensive and insensitive to mental health, Jamie- who had come as a guest to roast contestants- faced criticism.
What did Jamie Lever say to Tanya?
“You eat Baklava from Dubai, Biscuits from London… then where do you get treated from?” Jamie said, making fun of Tanya’s way of life-in an alleged reference to her mental health.
The comment, “Ilaaj kaha se karati ho,” quickly went viral, with many calling it “offensive” and “cruel.”
How viewers reacted to it?
The comment, according to viewers, crossed the boundary between humour and personal attack. Many fans said that it is unacceptable to make fun of mental health on national television, even in fun.
The fact that Tanya has previously been singled out during Weekend Ka Vaar has further infuriated a lot of her fans. They think it has changed from lighthearted banter to organised trolling.
Posts supporting Tanya and complimenting her composure amid constant humiliation are increasing on social media.
“She’s being attacked every weekend and still shows up with dignity. That’s mental strength,” one user wrote.
While doing comedy or commentary, many internet users have asked show creators and famous guests to be more mindful of mental health. Discussions over how entertainment platforms should distinguish between humour and harm- particularly when it impacts someone’s emotional health on such a prominent platform- have been raised by the occurrence.
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