Updated On: 02 March, 2026 03:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Bigg Boss 19 contestant Farrhana Bhatt sparked controversy after publicly mourning Ali Khamenei in a viral video. Her emotional remarks drew sharp trolling online, while some defended her right to express personal views, igniting a wider debate on celebrity accountability

Farrhana Bhatt, Ali Khamenei
Bigg Boss 19 contestant Farrhana Bhatt has found herself at the centre of a social media storm after publicly mourning the reported death of Ali Khamenei. A video of her expressing grief has gone viral, triggering sharp reactions and online trolling.
In the clip, Farrhana spoke emotionally about the Iranian leader, saying, “Woh ek aisi shaksiyat hai, jinko kabhi bhulaya nahi jaa sakta. He will be alive in our hearts, and definitely Allah unki shahadat qabool kare.” Her remarks quickly circulated across platforms, drawing both support and criticism.