Salman Khan is once again returning to TV with the most talked-about and controversial show, 'Bigg Boss 19'. Like every season, this time too, viewers are eager to know which contestants will be a part of the show.
Entertainment: Discussions about 'Bigg Boss 19' are intensifying, and now another popular TV actress's name has been added to the list of confirmed contestants. This actress is none other than Shafaq Naaz. Shafaq gained recognition by playing the b character of Kunti in Ekta Kapoor's serial Mahabharat and later became a favorite of the audience by playing the role of Mayuri in Chidiya Ghar.
She has often been in the news in her personal life as well, especially due to disputes with her family. Interestingly, Shafaq's sister, Falak Naaz, is also a well-known name in the TV industry and has appeared in Bigg Boss OTT.
Who is Shafaq Naaz?
Shafaq Naaz is a well-known name in the TV industry. She is also a skilled Kathak dancer. She started her career in 2010 with 'Sapna Babul Ka... Bidaai'. After this, she appeared in shows like 'Adaalat', 'Crime Patrol', and 'Fear Files'. The turning point in Shafaq's career came when she played the role of Kunti in Ekta Kapoor's show 'Mahabharat'. Later, she became a household name with the role of Mayuri in the comedy serial 'Chidiya Ghar'.
Apart from TV, Shafaq has also made her mark in films and OTT. In 2017, she appeared in the film 'Guest in London'. Apart from this, in 2022, she was also seen in the film 'X or Y' released on Disney Plus Hotstar.
Disputes related to family
Shafaq Naaz has been in the news not only because of her career but also because of her personal life and family relationships. She is the sister of actor Sheezan Khan and actress Falak Naaz. At one time, the relationship between Shafaq and her family had become quite strained. When Sheezan Khan was arrested in the Tunisha Sharma suicide case, the family appeared united. But later, news of discord between them resurfaced.
Sheezan and Falak had alleged in an interview that Shafaq had broken ties with the family and did not even come to visit when their mother was admitted to the hospital.
Shafaq had said in an interview that when her brother Sheezan was in jail, she was called 'the sister of a murderer'. She was trolled, abused, and mentally harassed on social media. Shafaq described it as the most difficult phase of her life.
Personal Life: Love and Breakup
Shafaq Naaz has also been in the news regarding her love life. In 2012, she claimed that she had dated actor Avinash Sachdev. Both came close during 'Teri Meri Love Stories'. However, Avinash flatly denied this relationship. Later, Shafaq got engaged to a businessman from Muscat. This relationship lasted for about three years, but the engagement broke off in 2023. According to Shafaq, this relationship ended due to family reasons.
'Bigg Boss' has always been famous for the controversies, relationships, and personal life revelations of the contestants. In such a situation, Shafaq Naaz's arrival on the show can be very interesting because: her family discord and personal life controversies can make her a highlight of the show. She has already faced hate and trolling on social media, so her journey on the show can also be inspiring.
