Updated On: 20 June, 2024 07:00 AM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBR
With his affable nature at odds with the scandal-driven Bigg Boss OTT, Anil promises to bring his own persona as he takes over the show’s hosting duties from Salman

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Does he watch Bigg Boss? That was our first thought when Anil Kapoor was announced as the host of the third season of Bigg Boss OTT. The actor’s director-friend Farah Khan is known to be an avid follower of the reality show, but Kapoor is an unusual choice for it. “I always wondered why the show works, why people love it, and why the participants behave the way they do. I have seen the show in bits and parts,” smiles the senior actor.
Bigg Boss thrives on fights, scandals and controversies. In sharp contrast is Kapoor with his affable and gentlemanly demeanour. He cuts in, “How do you know I am not rough and controversial?” To the actor, who has done it all—from the big screen to OTT, from Hollywood movies to web series—this show is his next bet. “I’m at that stage in my career where I cannot be doing the tried and tested. I started out with bit roles, did Telugu and Kannada films, and then became a leading man. I’ve always taken on challenges. One of the reasons for my longevity is that I’m always ready to take a chance, fail or have people make fun of me. That’s how you grow.”