Sitar Player Bhagirath Bhatt Says No to Bigg Boss 20
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Sitar player Bhagirath Bhatt has denied reports that he will appear on Bigg Boss 20. He is well known as a sitar maestro, a highly skilled player of the traditional Indian instrument.
For some time, there had been growing speculation that he would join the popular reality show. Reality shows follow real people instead of actors, and Bigg Boss is one of the most watched programmes on Indian television.
Bhatt finally broke his silence on the matter, meaning he spoke publicly after staying quiet for a while. He clearly stated, "I am NOT going," ending the ongoing rumours about his possible participation.
The musician wanted to stop the rumours from spreading further. Rumours are pieces of information shared by people even when they are not confirmed as true.
His firm denial has settled the matter for fans who were closely following the story. Many had been curious to see if a classical musician would take part in the show, which usually features celebrities from film and television.
By speaking directly, Bhatt made sure there was no more confusion. His statement gives a clear answer to a topic that had attracted public attention over recent days.
Vocabulary6 words
- sitar maestro
- a very skilled sitar player
- speculation
- guessing about something without proof
- reality show
- a TV show about real people, not actors
- broke his silence
- spoke publicly after staying quiet
- rumours
- unconfirmed information people share
- denial
- a statement that something is not true
Quiz
Answer key
1. Playing the sitar 2. He will not join the show 3. False
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Sitar player Bhagirath Bhatt has denied reports that he will appear on _____ 20.
For some time, there had been growing _____ that he would join the popular reality show.
Bhatt finally broke his _____ on the matter, stating clearly, "I am NOT going."
The musician wanted to stop the _____ from spreading further.
His firm _____ has settled the matter for fans who were closely following the story.
By speaking directly, Bhatt made sure there was no more _____.