In a fun twist, stand-up comedian Pranit More is officially joining Bigg Boss 19 as a contestant, and now, his old clips joking about the show’s host, Salman Khan, are going viral.
In one of the segments from his standup show, Pranit asks an NGO worker about her organisation. When she responds, “Humara Foothpath,” Pranit quips, “Kon hai iska brand ambassador… Salman Khan (Translation: Who is the brand ambassador, Salman Khan)?” Pranit's joke was meant as a jibe at Salman Khan's 2002 hit-and-run case where his vehicle crashed into people sleeping on a Bandra footpath, killing one. In a different sehment, Pranit joked, "Salman paise nahi khata, logon ke career khata hai (Salman doesn't take money, he takes away other people's career).”
In another episode, Pranit notices a woman in the audience wearing a large ring and jokes that it looks like Salman’s bracelet. The woman cheekily replies, “Haan, uska hi aadha leke aayi hoon (Yes, I have got half of his stone)."
Pranit retorts, “Farmhouse par gayi thi kya (Did you go to his farmhouse)?”
While some fans consider his presence in the Bigg Boss house in front of Salman Khan audacious, others are happy that he is there to bring some fun and playful energy.
"New season begins and the Live proof of Bhai-dom is also Back! #PranitMore behind the back lame joked a lot but infront of #SalmanKhan, He peed in his pant! THE KHAUF," one posted on X.
This was probably due to the change in his tone when he met the actor in person. Pranit was teased about his past jabs when he faced him.
Salman asked if he would keep joking about him and Pranit said: “Nahi sir, aap par mazak udaunga, toh khud udd jaunga. (No, sir; if I crack jokes about you, then I will be the joke).”
"The #PranitMore & #GauravKhanna duo is bringing some much-needed fun and banter to #BiggBoss19! Their playful exchanges are definitely making the show more entertaining. The chemistry between them could lead to some interesting and humorous moments in the #BB19!" said another person.
Before turning to comedy, Pranit worked as a Radio Jockey for four years.
Salman Khan kicked off Bigg Boss 19 on August 24 with a show titled Gharwalon Ki Sarkar.