Following the shocking, overnight eviction of wildcard contestant Nakul Dhull for physical violence in the previous episode, the Bigg Boss 20 house was left reeling. However, the game waits for no one. Episode 40 shifted the gears back to strategy, bringing high-stakes tasks, explosive new feuds, and a massive power shift in the house.
From the Ex-Captains deciding the fate of the nominated contestants in the captaincy task to Luv Gill facing severe backlash from her own friends, the 40th episode delivered non-stop entertainment.
Here is a complete written update and breakdown of the biggest highlights from Bigg Boss 20 Episode 40, including the captaincy task and Arishfa Khan’s kitchen threat!
Luv Gill Faces The Heat Over Nakul Dhull
Episode 40 began with the immediate aftermath of Nakul Dhull’s eviction. While a majority of the housemates breathed a sigh of relief after his exit due to his violent clash with Gullu, Luv Gill’s actions sparked a fresh controversy.
Luv was seen showing sympathy toward Nakul before his departure, which infuriated the rest of the housemates. Aasif Khan, usually calm and composed, completely lost his temper and heavily reprimanded Luv for her behavior. He called her out for trying to be a “flatterer” and showing care for someone who broke the house’s biggest rule, leaving Luv scrambling to justify her stance.
Meanwhile, Kanika Mann was seen complaining to Gullu about Qazi Touqeer. She pointed out that Qazi talks big about reading books but made a sour face when wildcard Manish Goel started intelligently answering questions.
The ‘Power of X’ Captaincy Task
The focus of today Bigg Boss 20 episode quickly shifted to the much-awaited captaincy race. The housemates were first given a puzzle task involving a poster of Shah Rukh Khan’s Dubai township, which gamer ScoutOP successfully won.
Following this, Bigg Boss announced a massive twist for the captaincy selection. Giving the four Ex-Captains the “Power of X,” Bigg Boss declared that they would be the ones to decide the next captain by pointing out the flaws of the nominated members and eliminating them from the race one by one.
Yung DSA wasted no time taking aim at his rivals. He eliminated Mahhi Vij first, accusing her of constantly gossiping, and then knocked Qazi Touqeer out of the race, stating that Qazi lacks basic leadership qualities. After a intense elimination process, ScoutOP emerged victorious and was officially crowned the new Captain of the Bigg Boss 20 house!
Mahhi Vij’s Anger and Arishfa’s Kitchen Threat
Scout’s victory did not sit well with everyone. A furious Mahhi Vij lashed out at the new captain, harshly mocking him by saying, “Ye machhar ka machhar hi rahega, aata na samne baat karne” (He will always remain a mosquito, he doesn’t have the guts to speak to my face). To rub salt in her wounds, Yung DSA started singing a song about “gossiping” just to tease her.
The morning brought a fresh wave of drama in the kitchen. Arishfa Khan collected all the mugs and issued a strict open threat to the housemates: if anyone left their mug in the wrong place, she would hide it permanently. This led to a heated verbal spat with Qazi. Later, Mahhi and Kanika were seen hilariously mimicking Arishfa, which left the young actress highly annoyed.
Adding some nostalgia to the tense day, Qazi shared a story from when he was 20 years old, recalling how false news circulated in the media claiming he had “ditched” TV czarina Ekta Kapoor. The episode closed with the shifting dynamics pointing toward an escalating rivalry between Yung DSA and the new captain, Scout!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who became the new captain in Bigg Boss 20 Episode 40?
ScoutOP (Tanmay Singh) was elected as the new captain of the house after winning the puzzle task and surviving the ‘Power of X’ elimination round decided by the Ex-Captains.
Why was Aasif Khan angry at Luv Gill?
Aasif Khan and the other housemates were furious at Luv Gill because she showed sympathy and care toward Nakul Dhull right before his eviction, despite Nakul breaking the rules with physical violence against Gullu.
Why was Nakul Dhull evicted from Bigg Boss 20?
Nakul Dhull was thrown out of the Bigg Boss 20 house in Episode 39 as a strict punishment for engaging in a physical altercation with Kushal Tanwar (Gullu).
Why did Mahhi Vij call ScoutOP a ‘mosquito’?
Mahhi was highly upset after being eliminated from the captaincy race by Yung DSA. Frustrated with the results, she mocked ScoutOP, claiming he doesn’t have the courage to confront people to their faces.
