Fans defend ‘dedicated’ Alice Kaushik for being comfortable with Avinash Mishra in ‘Bigg Boss 18’, calling it ‘sisterly bond’

Bigg Boss 18 is known for its internal struggles, heartbreaks, friendships and budding romance among housemates. Recently, a candid moment between Alice Kaushik and Avinash Mishra caused division on the internet. While a section of social media users criticized Alice and Avinash for cuddling in front of the camera, others defended it as a “sisterly bond” between real friends. (Also Read: Shoaib Ibrahim reveals reason behind Bigg Boss 18 rejection: ‘Bahut zyada favor ya humiliation hota hai’)

Alice-Avinash’s viral clip sparks an online debate

In the viral pictures and videos of a recent episode circulating on social media, the audience was divided over the friendship between Alice and Avinash. Since Biggs’ house rules require the duo to share the same bed, their brief “cuddle moment” left a section of social media users uncomfortable. While some questioned the former’s commitment to her boyfriend, others called out those who shamed the actor. Many fans pointed out the irony of “making unfounded judgments” at a time when people are committed to women’s empowerment.

There is controversy on Twitter over the ‘cuddling’ clip between Alice and Avinash

A Twitter post showing Alice and Avinash sleeping in the same bed as per Bigg Boss rules said, “Meet #AliceKaushik. Alice claims to be in a serious relationship outside and has plans to marry her boyfriend. Here she is cuddling and sleeping with #AvinashMishra.” A user supported the tweet and commented, “Hypocrisy, next level.” While defending Alice’s personal choice, a fan replied, “You look cute. The relationship between Kanwar and Alice is strong…He knows he means a lot to her…literally…Stop your sick mind.”

A user shared a GIF from FRIENDS that shows Mathew Perry hugging Jennifer Anniston onscreen as they portray Chandler and Rachel, respectively, in the series.

Fan judges Alice and Avinash’s friendship

A user wrote in his long post, “#BiggBoss18: Defend #AliceKaushik and #AvinashMishra’s friendship!” Since yesterday evening, a photo of #AliceKaushik and #AvinashMishra shared by a popular BiggBoss portal has been widely circulated and unfortunately it has attracted some unfair criticism. To be clear, contestants have been sharing beds on #BiggBoss for years, which often causes discomfort at first, but many find it’s simply part of getting used to life in the house. In this day and age when we are committed to women empowerment, it is disappointing to see people quick to shame a woman for a genuine, respectful friendship. Alice and Avinash have an easy and pleasant bond – perhaps even a sisterly bond! They are friends, nothing more, and both feel comfortable in each other’s company. So why create a problem? Let’s choose positivity and celebrate real connections instead of making unfounded judgments.”

Bigg Boss 18 airs every night at 10 pm on Colors TV and is available to stream on JioCinema.