Imagine calling a trip to New Zealand your ‘struggle’ after a film flop. Yes, you read that right. Inside the Bigg Boss 19 house, singer and composer Amaal Mallik found himself at the center of a heated debate when he shared his definition of hardship, only to be met with mockery from fellow contestants like Gaurav Khanna and Pranit More. But here's where it gets controversial—is Amaal’s perspective a tone-deaf display of privilege, or is it a genuine reflection of his personal journey? Let’s dive in.
Years ago, Ananya Panday faced backlash for discussing her struggles in the film industry despite her family’s deep-rooted connections. Now, Amaal Mallik’s story echoes a similar sentiment, sparking a broader conversation about privilege, perception, and what truly constitutes a ‘struggle.’ During a candid moment on the show, Amaal opened up about his early career challenges: ‘I’ve had a lot of conflicts in the film industry. I dreamed of becoming a cricketer, but that didn’t happen. My first film flopped, and no composer would hire me. I felt so low that I decided to fly to New Zealand to stay with my mausi (aunt).’
And this is the part most people miss—while Amaal’s words were meant to highlight his emotional lows, they inadvertently exposed a stark contrast in experiences. Gaurav Khanna couldn’t hide his amusement, quipping, ‘So, during tough times, he jets off to New Zealand?’ Pranit More joined in, sarcastically remarking, ‘The life of the rich—we, on the other hand, would go to Shirdi.’ Gaurav added, ‘If I had to escape, my mausi lives in Kanpur,’ drawing a sharp comparison to Amaal’s lavish retreat.
The mockery didn’t stop there. Pranit jokingly said, ‘Our struggle was so intense that we only traveled once—to the US. These are first-world problems,’ while Gaurav confidently declared, ‘I can handle problems like these.’ But here’s the question: Are Amaal’s struggles invalid just because they look different?
Amaal Mallik, son of composer Daboo Malik and nephew of veteran Anu Malik, made his debut in 2014 with three songs for Salman Khan’s Jai Ho. Despite the film’s failure, he went on to compose for hits like Roy, Airlift, and Ek Paheli Leela. Yet, his journey hasn’t been without setbacks—something he tried to convey on the show. However, his choice of words and the context of his ‘struggle’ left many questioning the disconnect between privilege and hardship.
Here’s the controversial take: While Amaal’s trip to New Zealand may seem like a luxury, does it diminish the emotional weight of his struggles? Or does it simply highlight the bubble of privilege many in the industry inhabit? Let’s spark a discussion—do you think Amaal’s perspective is out of touch, or is it a reminder that struggle is subjective? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
