Picture this: a grand stage, bright lights, and the excitement of a new season of ‘Bigg Boss’. It was ‘Bigg Boss 12’, and everyone was buzzing about the fresh faces entering the house. Among them was the revered bhajan and ghazal singer, Anup Jalota. What nobody expected was the twist that came next.
The Big Reveal That Rocked the Show
When it was time for Jasleen Matharu, a singer, to step into the spotlight, she dropped a bombshell. She announced she was in a romantic relationship with Anup Jalota, who was 31 years her senior. The news sent shockwaves through the audience and, as it turns out, through Anup Jalota himself. He was left completely stunned on stage. The show introduced them as a “romantic couple,” which set off a flurry of headlines.
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Anup Jalota has now spoken out about the entire situation. He revealed that he was taken aback when Jasleen made her statement. He thought, “What just happened? This wasn’t the plan at all.” It felt like a sudden swerve off the agreed path.
A Teacher’s Perspective
Anup Jalota clarified his actual connection with Jasleen. He describes her as a very talented singer. Jasleen used to come to him for singing lessons. He was aware she had received an offer to join ‘Bigg Boss’ and even encouraged her. He thought it would be a great chance for her to gain recognition. At the time, she was mostly doing group dances and singing.
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Originally, Anup Jalota had no plans to join the show himself. He was quite busy with his own concerts and didn’t have the time. However, Jasleen’s father approached him and convinced him to participate. The show’s format for that season required them to enter as a “unique couple.” Jasleen had suggested another musician, but he declined.
The Agreement and The Twist
Anup Jalota eventually agreed to appear on one clear condition: they would enter as “guru and student.” He made it very clear that this was the only way he would agree. Jasleen agreed to this condition.
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Speaking to The Lallantop, Anup Jalota recounted the moment on stage when things went sideways. He met Salman Khan, the show’s host. Then, Jasleen was introduced as his “partner.” He stated that she was his student. But when Salman asked Jasleen to confirm, she stated they had been in a relationship for three years. “I understood that a game was being played,” he shared.
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He was quite surprised. However, he quickly put the pieces together. He figured it was all part of the show’s drama. Someone must have instructed her to say that, perhaps to create a buzz. He even asked her about it as they entered the house. He never truly confronted her about it publicly, but he knew the truth. It was just a reality TV twist.