Highlights:
- Isha Rikhi calls the marriage rumors “shocking to hear and read.”
- She asks the media to stop spreading unverified claims.
- A blurred Bigg Boss 20 contestant has fueled speculation.
- Isha and Badshah previously confirmed their mutual separation.
- Bigg Boss 20 premieres September 6 with Salman Khan as host.
Punjabi actor Isha Rikhi has spoken publicly amid renewed speculation about her marriage to rapper Badshah, while making it clear that she does not intend to discuss the details of her personal life publicly.
Taking to Instagram on Saturday afternoon, Isha reacted to reports circulating about her marriage and separation. Her statement came shortly after a Bigg Boss 20 promo was released featuring a mystery female contestant whose face was blurred.
She wrote, “There are many rumours circulating about my marriage. Its shocking to hear and read the news reports appearing in certain quarters. I request certain sections of the media not to spread any rumours regarding my marriage or separation. I also urge the general public not to believe anything they read or hear unless the information comes directly from me or through my official social media handles. Thank you.”
Isha’s statement does not provide details about the relationship or confirm any new development. Instead, she specifically asks audiences to rely only on information shared directly by her or through her official social media accounts.
A screenshot of her storyInstagram/@isharikhi
Why Bigg Boss 20 is fueling speculation
The timing of Isha’s statement has attracted attention because it followed the unveiling of a new Bigg Boss 20 promo.
The promo features a female contestant speaking emotionally about falling in love, losing trust and what she experienced in the relationship. However, her identity has not been revealed, with her face deliberately blurred.
The contestant says, “Mujhe pyaar hua, aur jo kuch bhi maine face kiya (breaking down in tears). Jab aapka trust tootta hai kuch rishton se toh…”
That emotional confession has led some viewers to speculate that Isha could be the mystery contestant, particularly because of the recent public discussion surrounding her relationship with Badshah.
However, neither Isha nor Bigg Boss 20 has officially confirmed that she is entering the show. The speculation remains just that until the makers reveal the contestant.
Isha and Badshah had asked for privacy
Isha and Badshah previously confirmed their separation through matching statements on social media. The couple said they had mutually decided to move forward separately and asked the public to respect their privacy.
Badshah wrote, “I and Isha Rikhi have mutually decided to part ways and move forward on our separate paths. This decision has been made with mutual respect, and we request everyone to kindly respect our privacy during this time.”
They also stated, “This will be our only statement on the matter. We sincerely request that there be no further speculation or assumptions regarding our relationship.”
Reports had previously said the couple were together for several years before marrying in a low-key ceremony. Their marriage became public in March 2026 after Isha’s mother shared pictures from the wedding.
Badshah was previously married to Jasmine Masih. They married in 2012, welcomed their daughter Jessemy Grace Masih Singh in January 2017 and separated in 2020.
Bigg Boss 20 arrives Sunday
The speculation surrounding Isha comes just ahead of the premiere of Bigg Boss 20 on September 6. Salman Khan returns as host, with the show scheduled to stream on JioHotstar at 9 p.m. and air on Colors TV at 10:30 p.m.
Several television actors, regional stars, reality personalities and social media creators have been linked to the season, although the final lineup is yet to be officially confirmed.
For now, Isha’s message is clear: amid the growing speculation, she wants audiences to distinguish between what she has actually said and what is being reported about her personal life.
