Salman Khan addressed Rhiti Tiwari during a recent Bigg Boss segment, where their conversation turned to her identity and connection with her father, Manoj Tiwari. Salman questioned whether Rhiti was known to the public before entering the reality show and directly brought up the issue of nepotism.
During the exchange, Salman said, “Nobody knew you before you came to Bigg Boss. Nobody knows you. You came here because you’re Manoj Tiwari’s daughter, NEPOTISM.”
The comment came during a discussion about Rhiti’s presence on the show and the recognition she had before entering Bigg Boss. Salman’s statement focused on her family background and suggested that her connection to Manoj Tiwari played a role in her entry into the reality show.
The exchange quickly became a talking point among viewers and social media users. Salman’s direct statement about nepotism added another layer to the discussion around contestants who enter the entertainment industry with an established family connection.
Manoj Tiwari is a well known singer, actor and politician, while Rhiti Tiwari is his daughter. Her appearance on Bigg Boss has therefore brought attention to the family connection, particularly as the show continues to feature contestants from different professional and personal backgrounds.
The use of the word “NEPOTISM” by Salman became the most notable part of the exchange. The term is often used in the entertainment industry when discussing opportunities given to people because of their family connections.
🚨 Salman Khan SLAMS Rhiti Tiwari!
— BBTak (@BiggBoss_Tak) September 26, 2026
Salman says, “Nobody knew you before you came to Bigg Boss. Nobody knows you. You came here because you’re Manoj Tiwari’s daughter, NEPOTISM.” 🔥
That was BRUTAL! 💀 pic.twitter.com/cbAmrdSHj3
The moment has also generated reactions online, with viewers discussing Salman’s comments and Rhiti’s position in the competition. While some social media users described Salman’s remarks as blunt, the conversation itself centred on whether family connections can influence opportunities in the entertainment industry.
The episode also highlights one of the recurring discussions around reality television, where contestants often face questions about their background, popularity and reasons for entering the show.
For Rhiti, the conversation with Salman puts her family connection at the centre of the Bigg Boss discussion, while the show continues to follow the contestants and their changing relationships inside the house.
