In the latest season of Bigg Boss 19, a new term has emerged from the contestants' interactions, piquing the curiosity of viewers: "Zazu". The word gained traction during a heated argument between contestants Pranit More and Amaal Mallik. Pranit confronted Amaal for talking about him behind his back and calling him "Zazu". Pranit retorted with a sharp remark, implying Amaal talks more than he sings. The exchange nearly escalated into a physical altercation, requiring intervention from fellow contestant Baseer Ali.
So, what exactly does "Zazu" mean in this context? The reference is to the character Zazu from Disney's "The Lion King". Zazu is a red-billed hornbill who serves as King Mufasa's advisor and is known for his talkative and often fussy nature. In the argument between Pranit and Amaal, it appears "Zazu" was used to suggest that Pranit talks too much or is overly critical and nitpicky.
The argument started when Shehbaz Badesha asked Abhishek Bajaj to talk about cleanliness in the Bigg Boss house. Farrhana Bhatt poked fun at the situation, which led to an argument after Baseer Ali pointed out the unhygienic state of the house, claiming that Abhishek was ignoring the issues.
As for Salman Khan's take on the "Zazu" debacle, there has been no direct comment on the specific incident. However, Salman Khan often addresses situations and conflicts that arise within the Bigg Boss house during the "Weekend Ka Vaar" episodes. He uses these segments to provide guidance, mediate disputes, and offer his perspective on the contestants' behavior. It is possible that he may address the "Zazu" controversy, depending on its impact and relevance to the overall dynamics of the house.
Beyond the "Zazu" controversy, Bigg Boss 19 has already seen its share of drama. The season premiered on August 24, 2025, on JioHotstar and Colors TV, with Salman Khan hosting for the sixteenth time. The theme for this season is "Gharwalon Ki Sarkar". The show has introduced 17 housemates, including Ashnoor Kaur, Zeishan Quadri, Tanya Mittal, Nagma Mirajkar, Awez Darbar, Nehal Chudasama, Abhishek Bajaj, Baseer Ali, Gaurav Khanna, Natalia Janoszek, Pranit More, Farhana Bhatt, Neelam Giri, Kunickaa Sudanand, Amaal Mallik, and Mridul Tiwari.
The initial episodes have been marked by disagreements and the formation of alliances. The first nomination process stirred up tensions as contestants had to nominate those they believed did not deserve to be in the house.
The "Zazu" incident is just one example of the interpersonal conflicts and evolving dynamics that are central to the Bigg Boss experience. As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see how these relationships develop and how Salman Khan guides the contestants through the challenges they face.
