Tanishaa Mukerji Reflects on Her Challenging Journey in Bigg Boss 7

Tanishaa Mukerji, the first runner-up of Bigg Boss 7, reflects on her emotionally taxing experience in the reality show. In a recent interview, she discusses her struggles with language barriers, the impact of editing on her portrayal, and the challenges of navigating family dynamics in the public eye. Tanishaa also addresses the absence of her family from the show and shares insights into her upcoming projects. Her candid revelations shed light on the complexities of reality television and the personal toll it can take on contestants.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 8, 2026, 12:15 IST

Tanishaa Mukerji's Bigg Boss 7 Experience

Tanishaa Mukerji, who was the first runner-up on Bigg Boss 7, recently opened up about her difficult experience on the reality show hosted by Salman Khan. In a candid interview, she described her time on BB 7 as emotionally draining and distressing. Tanishaa admitted that her limited fluency in Hindi made her less vocal during the show, which affected her ability to express herself fully. To gain more visibility, she often referenced her family in conversations.

Tanishaa Mukerji Discusses Her 'Distressing' Time on Bigg Boss

In a chat with Mamaraazzi, Tanishaa revealed that a significant portion of her dialogue was cut from the show because she primarily spoke in English. She chose to avoid certain discussions to steer clear of conflicts that could reflect poorly on her family. The actress later discovered that some contestants had used her connections to Kajol and Ajay Devgn to gain more screen time, which she viewed as a sign of her naivety. Tanishaa expressed that this experience made her more cautious, as she felt her family was unfairly targeted during her time on the show. She stated, "That experience certainly made me much more cautious because people really did target my family. Even the channel disappointed me at times." When asked if her time on BB was distressing, she confirmed, "Definitely." She also noted that friendships formed in the house often stem from shared trauma, revealing that the true nature of those bonds becomes apparent only after overcoming the associated challenges.

Family's Absence from Bigg Boss

Tanishaa also expressed her frustration regarding inquiries about her family's absence from the show. She emphasized that her family members are prominent celebrities who would have participated if they had been compensated. "Why should they appear for free? This is still a television program. Everyone is being paid," she remarked.

Tanishaa Mukerji's Upcoming Projects

On the work front, Tanishaa has been featured in various films, including Neal 'n' Nikki, Tango Charlie, Sarkar, Sarkar Raj, and more. Besides Bigg Boss, she has also participated in Khatron Ke Khiladi 7 and Jhalak Dikhla Jaa 11. Her next project is Veer Murarbaji: The Battle of Purandar, directed by Ajay-Anirudh and produced by Almondss Creationss.