Entering the Bigg Boss house often brings talks of budding romances, dynamic connections, and dramatic “showmances.” But for Punjabi actress and model Isha Rikhi, entering the fiery arena of Bigg Boss 20 comes with a strictly enforced boundary. Following her emotional and high-profile separation from hip-hop icon Badshah, Isha has made it categorically clear that romance is the absolute last thing on her agenda.
Speaking candidly in an interview with The Times of India right before locking herself inside Salman Khan’s ‘Tathas-Two’ house, the Jatt Boys star opened up about her heartbreak, prioritizing personal healing, and her refusal to participate in any romantic angle on national television.
“That Door Is Closed With 1,000 Locks”: No Showmance on the Cards
When questioned whether the high-pressure environment of the Bigg Boss 20 house could pave the way for a new relationship, Isha shut down the speculation with a decisive declaration.
“A big no,” Isha stated firmly. “That door is closed, and with 100 or maybe thousand locks. I am not at all interested in the love angle. Those doors are closed for me now. I want to work on myself first. I want to work on my healing. I want to heal everything first.”
To highlight just how serious she is about staying away from on-screen flirtations, Isha added with a touch of wit: “If someone tries to push a love angle with me, I will literally tie a rakhi on his wrist.”
The Separation: Stepping Out of the Shadows
Isha Rikhi and rapper Badshah, who had kept their relationship largely guarded from the paparazzi, confirmed their mutual separation at the end of August 2026. The announcement came barely five months after news of their private wedding made headlines across national entertainment portals.
Addressing the toll the split took on her emotional state, Isha admitted that the breakup left her deeply shaken. “It broke me completely,” she confessed, noting that the timing of Bigg Boss 20 served as an opportunity to step outside her comfort zone and rebuild her strength in front of the world.
However, despite navigating through personal grief, she insists she hasn’t grown cynical about romance in general. “I do believe in love. I do believe in relationships, friendships, and everything, no matter what has happened to me in life. Love is such a pure thing that not everyone can understand.”
Reclaiming Her Individual Identity
Beyond avoiding romantic distractions, Isha’s primary motivation for joining Bigg Boss 20 is reclaiming her narrative. For years, media headlines often reduced her achievements to being “Badshah’s partner” rather than recognizing her decade-long career in regional and mainstream cinema.
“I want people to know who I am as Isha Rikhi and not by someone else’s name,” she explained. “People know my existence, but they don’t know who I am, what I am, and how I think. I want the audience to see every shade of Isha through this journey—unfiltered and independent.”
With the first week of Bigg Boss 20 already generating high-voltage clashes, nominations, and alliance shifts, Isha’s grounded mindset and determination to focus solely on self-growth could make her one of the most composed contenders in the game.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What did Isha Rikhi say about finding love in Bigg Boss 20?
Isha Rikhi categorically denied being open to any love angle inside the house, stating that the door to romance is “closed with 100 or maybe thousand locks” as she is solely focusing on personal healing.
When did Isha Rikhi and Badshah separate?
Isha Rikhi and Badshah mutually announced their separation on social media in late August 2026, just a few months after reports of their private marriage surfaced.
Who is Isha Rikhi?
Isha Rikhi is an Indian actress and model predominantly known for her work in Punjabi cinema, including films like Jatt Boys: Putt Jattan De, Happy Go Lucky, and Ardaas, as well as Bollywood projects such as Nawabzaade. She is currently a contestant on Bigg Boss 20.
What did Isha say she would do if a contestant approached her romantically?
Humorously setting her boundaries, Isha stated that if any male contestant attempted to start a romantic angle with her inside the house, she would “tie a rakhi to the boy.”
