Salman Khan Death Threat: Bigg Boss 19 makers TIGHTENS security for the host, removes live...; increases workforce to...

Salman Khan Death Threat: One of the most popular reality shows, Salman Khan's Bigg Boss has been the talk of town since its August 24 launch. The show is available for streaming on JioHotstar and on Colors TV. Bigg Boss's creators have put in place significant security precautions in response to Salman's continuous death threats. Endemol Shine India CEO Rishi Negi recently provided information regarding the current setup procedures on the set. In light of the actor's two-and-a-half-year history of threats, the new season has implemented a new set of procedures, ranging from removing the live audience to implementing stringent background checks.

Bigg Boss powered by 600 crew, day and night

Bigg Boss creator Rishi Negi gave an interview to SCREEN in which he discussed the production methods and the world of the contentious show. He disclosed that they employ about 600 people who work in shifts. Rishi said, "We have close to 600 people in our workforce. There are 3 shifts, and we work 24X7. There is fair representation of women in the workforce. When it comes to content security and on-ground logistics, we are absolutely uncompromising both are top priorities."

What did Rishi Negi reveal about security for Salman?

On enhancing security for Salman on the BB 19 sets, the Endemol Shine India CEO revealed, "In the last two and a half years, we have beefed up security because of threats to Salman Khan. We don't get live audiences on the show now when Salman Khan is there. Also, there is a very strict protocol about the people who come on the show. For everyone we hire, whether on a permanent basis, temporary, or vendor basis, we do a strict background check on them."

Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and Salman Khan

The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has repeatedly threatened star Salman Khan. In 2024, two guys on a motorbike opened fire outside Salman's Galaxy Apartments in Mumbai's Bandra. Since then, he has had strong security around him and at his residence. Rishi disclosed how the Bigg Boss crew introduced the most recent season following extensive talks with Salman.

Rishi shared, "This year, we had lots of meetings with Salman Khan. He gets very excited and is also involved in the casting. We ran a few names through him, and he came up with a lot of suggestions. But it's not like, just because SK has given a suggestion, you have to take it."