Tomorrow is the WKV shoot -
I sincerely hope this issue gets addressed.
@BeingSalmanKhan a contestant
on the show made a racist remark by calling #ScoutOP “Japani Gudiya” simply because of his different appearance.
Making derogatory remarks about someone's appearance is NOT entertainment. When millions of people watch a national television show, such comments should never be normalised or encouraged.
I request you to address this matter during WKV and make it clear that racism has no place on national television.
#BiggBoss20
FORMAL COMPLAINT REGARDING RACIAL DISCRIMINATION ON BIGG BOSS 20
To: Colors TV, JioHotstar,
Broadcasting Content Complaints Council (BCCC), and
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India.
Attention: @ColorsTV@JioHotstar@MIB_India@BeingSalmanKhan@AmitShah@CMOMaharashtra@MumbaiPolice @BCCC
Subject: Formal Complaint Against Alleged Racist Remarks by Qazi Touqeer Towards Scout OP (Tanmay Singh) on Bigg Boss 20 — Demand for Immediate Action
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to express my serious concern and disappointment regarding an alleged incident of racial discrimination on Bigg Boss 20, where contestant Qazi Touqeer reportedly called fellow contestant Scout OP (Tanmay Singh) “Japani Gudiya” (Japanese Doll).
Scout OP belongs to Odisha, yet he was allegedly targeted because his facial appearance was perceived as resembling that of people from Northeast India. There is also an allegation that the remark was planned two days beforehand, which requires investigation.
Mocking someone for looking Japanese, Korean, Chinese, or Northeast Indian is not entertainment. It is racial stereotyping when used to ridicule their appearance or ethnicity.
I am deeply concerned that the channel has not demonstrated adequate accountability for this alleged incident.
INDIA STOOD UNITED FOR SHILPA SHETTY IN 2007. WHY ARE WE SILENT TODAY?
In January 2007, when Jade Goody called Shilpa Shetty “Shilpa Poppadom” on Celebrity Big Brother UK, India raised its voice against racial discrimination.
The controversy resulted in more than 45,000 complaints to Ofcom, widespread international outrage, political condemnation, and regulatory action against Channel 4.
When India demanded justice and dignity for Shilpa Shetty in Britain, why should we remain silent when similar racial stereotyping is alleged on Indian national television?
Does racism only matter when Indians are humiliated abroad?
What about the dignity of Indians who face discrimination within their own country?
Whether someone comes from Odisha, Northeast India, or anywhere else, no Indian deserves to be ridiculed because of their facial features or perceived ethnicity.
FORMAL DEMAND FOR ACTION
I respectfully request Colors TV, JioHotstar, the BCCC, and the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting to investigate this matter urgently.
I demand a review of the original footage, an explanation of the broadcaster’s handling of the incident, and appropriate disciplinary or corrective action if the allegations are substantiated.
I also request a public apology where warranted and a written response explaining what action has been taken.
India stood united against racism in 2007. Why should we tolerate racial stereotyping in 2026?
RACISM IS NOT ENTERTAINMENT. SILENCE IS NOT ACCOUNTABILITY.
I have supporting video material and request that this complaint receive serious consideration.
Yours faithfully,
A Concerned Indian Citizen
@ColorsTV@JioHotstar@MIB_India@BeingSalmanKhan
#BiggBoss20 #StopRacism #ScoutOP #NortheastIndia #RacialDiscrimination
#ScoutArmy
Mocking someone’s looks and identity isn't entertainment—it's racism. While Scout represents India with pride on the global stage 🇮🇳, others are busy using the #BiggBoss20 platform to normalize xenophobic remarks like "JAPANI GUDIYA" under the guise of humor.
Call it what it is. Stop normalizing racism. Respect identity.
#StopRacism #ScoutOP #ScoutArmy
@Team_Scout_Fc@EndemolShineIND@HotstarReality Please look into this matter. Qazi made a remark calling Scout “Japani Gudiya.” This comment is deeply offensive and raises serious concerns about racism and disrespect towards Scout and our Northeast community. #ScoutOP#BB20#StopRacism
Calling someone a “Japani Gudiya” based on their appearance is not entertainment. it's racism and disrespect towards someone who represents India on a global platform.
Passing such demeaning remarks sends a completely wrong message to millions of viewers, especially when they come from a national television platform.
I sincerely request @BeingSalmanKhan and the makers to take appropriate action. Racism should never be normalised or promoted on national television. 🇮🇳
#BiggBoss20 #ScoutOP
@EndemolShineIND@BeingSalmanKhan@HotstarReality
🚨 RACIAL MOCKERY IS NOT ENTERTAINMENT!
The alleged “Japani Gudiya” remark against #ScoutOP must be taken seriously. Northeast Indians deserve dignity and respect, not stereotypes! 🇮🇳
@BeingSalmanKhan@HotstarReality Please look into this!
#ScoutArmy#StopRacism
Scout represents India globally with pride 🇮🇳, while this Joker thinks mocking someone's appearance and identity is entertainment!
Calling someone a “Japani Gudiya” raises serious questions about his intentions.
#Scoutop#Bigboss20
🚨 RACISM IS NOT ENTERTAINMENT! STOP RACIAL DISCRIMINATION! 🇮🇳✊
Serious concerns have been raised about Qazi Tauqeer allegedly pre-planning a racist remark on 3 November 2026 and deliberately using the words “Japani Gudiya” against Scout OP to provoke, insult and humiliate him because of his Northeast Indian facial features and appearance.
The allegations are true, this was not harmless humour or entertainment. It was deliberate racial stereotyping intended to demean someone for looking different.
People from Northeast India should never be mocked, stereotyped or treated as foreigners because their facial features differ from those commonly associated with other parts of India.
NORTHEAST INDIANS ARE INDIANS! THEIR IDENTITY, DIGNITY AND RESPECT ARE NON-NEGOTIABLE! 🇮🇳
We urge #BiggBoss20 and the relevant authorities to examine the video evidence, investigate the allegations of pre-planning and discriminatory conduct, and take appropriate action if wrongdoing is established.
📹 VIDEO EVIDENCE ATTACHED — WE DEMAND A FAIR INVESTIGATION AND ACCOUNTABILITY!
@India_NHRC@MDoNER_India@ncsthq@narendramodi@AmitShah@BeingSalmanKhan@RacismIndia
STOP RACISM! STOP REGIONAL DISCRIMINATION! RESPECT NORTHEAST INDIA! ✊🇮🇳
#StopRacism #ScoutOP #ScoutArmy #StandWithScoutOP #RespectNortheastIndia #StopRacialDiscrimination #RacismIsNotEntertainment
@iamkamyapunjabi@GAUAHAR_KHAN@Kelly131339867@kamaalrkhan@ashchanchlani@TriggeredInsaan@CarryMinati@yatin822@VinP0706@BiggBoss_Tak@dilberkhandhad1@thevanshajsingh@TheKhabriTweets
🚨 RACISM IS NOT ENTERTAINMENT!
Mocking #ScoutOP’s Northeast Indian features with “Japani Gudiya” is unacceptable. NORTHEAST INDIANS ARE INDIANS! 🇮🇳
@BeingSalmanKhan@JioHotstar Please review the video and take appropriate action.
#ScoutArmy#StopRacism
🚨 RACISM IS NOT ENTERTAINMENT!
Qazi Tauqeer calling #ScoutOP “Japani Gudiya” over his Northeast Indian features is unacceptable. Racial stereotyping must not be normalised! 🇮🇳
@BeingSalmanKhan@HotstarReality Please take notice!
#ScoutArmy#StopRacism
Scout represents India with pride 🇮🇳, while mocking someone's identity as "JAPANI GUDIYA" is being passed off as entertainment. Humour is never an excuse for racism. Respect people's identity!
EVERYTHING IS NOT A JOKE
#StopRacism#ScoutOP#ScoutArmy
Racism against Northeast Indians must STOP! 🇮🇳 Their identity, culture and appearance deserve RESPECT, not mockery.
Scout represents INDIA 🇮🇳. Joker represents 💩. The difference is clear!
#StopRacism#ScoutOP#ScoutArmy@BeingSalmanKhan@HotstarReality