Bigg Boss 20 has witnessed a surprising development as renowned sitarist and music composer Bhagirath Bhatt has finally broken his silence on reports linking him to Salman Khan’s much-awaited reality show. Bhatt’s name had been making rounds in entertainment circles as one of the possible contestants for the upcoming season, creating considerable curiosity among viewers. However, the musician has now directly addressed the speculation and made his position clear — “I am NOT going to Bigg Boss 20.” His statement comes as a major surprise for those who had been following his name in the season’s rumoured contestant discussions.
In a message shared with his followers on Instagram, Bhatt said that he had been receiving numerous questions about whether he was entering Bigg Boss 20. Thanking people for their love and curiosity, he categorically denied the reports. He also explained that he does not believe he is suited to a show where confrontation and unnecessary noise can become a major part of the environment. Calling himself a “believer in calm music,” Bhatt said that peaceful music has always been his inspiration. His statement has added an interesting personal angle to the controversy, particularly because his artistic image has traditionally been associated with classical music, spirituality and a relatively calm creative space.
Why Was Bhagirath Bhatt Considered a Bigg Boss 20 Contender?
Bhatt’s name became part of the Bigg Boss 20 rumour mill because of reports suggesting that the classical musician could be among the personalities approached or considered for the show. His possible participation immediately stood out because he does not come from the conventional television-reality-show background. Instead, Bhatt has established himself as a professional sitarist and composer whose work has connected the world of Indian classical music with mainstream Bollywood and OTT entertainment.
According to published reports, Bhatt’s musical journey began at a young age in Jamnagar, Gujarat, and he went on to receive formal training in sitar. His musical education has included training under respected names such as Ustad Abdul Halim Jaffer Khan, Ustad Shahid Parvez and Ustad Asad Khan, while his association with The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda has also been highlighted in profiles about his career. His background and professional achievements made him an unusual but potentially interesting name for a reality-show format.
A Music Career That Extends Beyond Classical Performances
While mainstream audiences may have discovered Bhatt's name through the Bigg Boss speculation, his professional career predates the reality-show buzz by several years. He has worked as a sitarist and musician on a number of major film and entertainment projects, including Padmaavat, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, Mission Raniganj, Ek Villain Returns, Hum Do Hamare Do, Malaal and Border 2, among others.
His association with the OTT industry has further expanded his portfolio. Bhatt’s work has been linked with projects including Bandish Bandits, Heeramandi, Kota Factory and Gullak. This range demonstrates how his classical training has translated into work across different forms of contemporary Indian entertainment. His career represents the contribution of instrumental musicians who often play an important role in film and streaming productions while remaining away from the conventional celebrity spotlight.
The Classical Musician Who Chose Peace Over Reality-TV Drama
Bhatt’s Bigg Boss denial becomes particularly interesting when viewed against his artistic identity. Bigg Boss is built around bringing personalities from very different backgrounds under one roof, with disagreements, emotional situati…
