BB 19 Episode 80: Mridul Evicted as Amaal and Tanya Claim Gaurav Used Him Strategically

Episode 80 of Bigg Boss 19 delivered an intense mix of emotional moments, personal revelations, and a dramatic eviction as the contestants faced a live audience for the first time this season. The episode built steadily toward a gripping outcome: Mridul’s exit from the house after receiving the least number of votes, followed by a sharp accusation from Amaal Mallik and Tanya Mittal that Gaurav Khanna had used him strategically throughout the game.

Confessions and Conflicts Open the Episode

The episode began with Tanya Mittal and Farrhana Bhatt reflecting on their strained dynamic with Ashnoor Kaur, with Tanya declaring she would stop addressing her altogether. Meanwhile, Amaal Mallik shared emotional insights into his early struggles in the entertainment industry, speaking about facing the “music mafia” and recalling how the failure of his first major film project Jai Ho shaped him.

A brief disagreement unfolded when Kunickaa Sadanand sought help with chores, and Farrhana declined due to the approaching captaincy task. Amid these exchanges, heartfelt conversations flourished, especially when Farrhana expressed admiration for Kunickaa’s sincerity—an appreciation reinforced by Gaurav and Amaal.

Top 10 Vote Pitch Brings High Stakes

With all housemates summoned to the assembly room, Bigg Boss assigned them into groups of three to pitch themselves to the audience. Gaurav, Pranit, and Mridul formed the first trio; Farrhana, Tanya, and Kunickaa made up the second; and Shehbaz, Malti, and Ashnoor—penalised for losing the previous task—received half the pitch time.

Before entering the stage area, Amaal and Farrhana speculated that Ashnoor or Malti might be the next to leave. Light-hearted moments followed as Amaal and Gaurav mimicked a popular dialogue from Kick, adding levity before the audience interaction.

Live Audience Voting Decides Fate

Facing a live audience added pressure as each contestant made their case. Mridul delivered an emotional speech, highlighting his modest upbringing and his deep bond with Gaurav. Pranit followed with a balanced pitch about authenticity, while Gaurav confidently summarised his journey, taking subtle digs at housemates who once dismissed him.

Farrhana and Kunickaa offered strong, straightforward appeals, while Tanya delivered a personal, story-driven pitch. Shehbaz captured attention with his blunt style, and Malti and Ashnoor attempted heartfelt one-on-one appeals.

When votes were counted, Gaurav emerged as the top performer, winning the task, while Shehbaz secured second place. Mridul received the fewest votes and was eliminated, leaving Gaurav visibly emotional during the farewell.

Amaal and Tanya’s Accusations Ignite Tension

Soon after Mridul’s exit, Amaal openly claimed that Gaurav had used Mridul as a pawn rather than genuinely supporting him. Tanya backed Amaal’s assessment, setting the stage for heightened tension among the top contestants as the competition intensifies.

As Bigg Boss 19 moves deeper into its final stretch, alliances are shifting, emotions are escalating, and strategies are becoming sharper—signalling even more explosive episodes ahead.