Ashneer Grover’s LinkedIn post went viral after a heated exchange with Bollywood superstar Salman Khan on the latest episode of bigg boss 18: weekend ka vaar. The verbal sparring stemmed from Grover’s earlier comments about Salman Khan’s brand collaboration fees, which the actor described as “doglapan” or double standards—a term famously coined by Grover during his stint on Shark Tank India. The episode quickly gained traction, with Grover taking to LinkedIn to share his side of the story.
Salman Khan Questions Ashneer Grover’s Statements
During the episode, Salman Khan addressed Grover’s previous remarks about his fees during a university talk in 2022. Grover had reportedly said that Salman Khan demanded Rs. 7.5 crore for an endorsement deal and that his manager refused to negotiate further. Calling out these claims, Salman stated, “Your figures were wrong. What is with the double standards?” He also pointed out discrepancies between Grover’s past comments and his current demeanor on the show.
Grover, taken aback, clarified that his statements might have been misinterpreted, but Salman’s sharp rebuttal highlighted that the entrepreneur’s tone differed significantly from his earlier comments.
Ashneer Grover’s LinkedIn Post Creates Buzz
Following the encounter, Ashneer Grover penned a detailed post on LinkedIn to clarify his stance. He wrote, “I had good fun on Bigg Boss, and I’m sure the episode got great TRP. For the record, all my statements are true. I have always praised Salman Khan for his hosting and acting skills.”
Grover also shared behind-the-scenes details of his previous meeting with Salman Khan during their 2019 brand collaboration. He added, “Maybe Salman doesn’t remember me; I wasn’t a public figure then.” The post, sprinkled with wit and a subtle defense of his statements, quickly went viral, further intensifying the ongoing debate.
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