Bigg Boss Malayalam 7: Mohanlal’s powerful stand against homophobia wins over netizens and ex-contestants

The upcoming weekend episode of Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 is already creating ripples across the internet, not because of an eviction or a twist, but due to a powerful promo that sees host Mohanlal confronting contestant Lakshmi for her homophobic comments against fellow housemates Adhila and Noora, a same-sex couple.

The teaser has sparked an overwhelming wave of appreciation from fans, former contestants, and the wider public, turning it into one of the most celebrated promos in the show’s history.The Bigg Boss teaser featuring superstar Mohanlal has become a trending topic on social media within hours of its release. The clip features Mohanlal holding contestant Lakshmi accountable for her deeply insensitive remarks, in which she claimed that Adhila and Noora "would not be welcomed into other people’s homes" and questioned the validity of their relationship.

Mohanlal’s firm but composed stance in the teaser has been widely praised. His statement, “I will welcome them to my home. If you can’t stand them, leave the house,” has gone viral and is being hailed as a defining moment not just for the show but for representation in mainstream Malayalam television.Notably, several former contestants of Bigg Boss Malayalam have taken to social media to voice their support and appreciation for Mohanlal’s bold stand.

Dr. Robin Radhakrishnan, fan-favorite from Season 4, wrote: “Lal Sir, Goosebumps, Pwolichuu!, a Malayalam slang term loosely meaning “he nailed it!”

Nadira Mehrin, actress and transgender activist who participated in Season 5, commented: “Lalettan has just said what the whole society had to say.”Riyas Salim, one of the most outspoken LGBTQ+ voices from Season 4, went further with a powerful post: “These two women [Lakshmi and Mastani] aren't merely wrong, they're actively dangerous.

They use influence to make already marginalised people's lives harder. We won't applaud cruelty or pretend it's 'opinion'. Platforms, brands, and organisers—stop giving them oxygen. The right response is not silence; it's accountability.

Society must protect the vulnerable, not reward those who threaten them.”Other notable former contestants like Sreerekha, Abhishek Jayadeep, Diya Sana, Aswin Vijay, and Alasandra Johnson also posted their support for the episode and praised the show’s stance on LGBTQ+ inclusivity.Across platforms like X, Instagram, and Facebook, Mohanlal’s statement is being celebrated as a bold, progressive moment in Malayalam television.

Adhila and Noora, the show’s first openly lesbian couple, have already made headlines for breaking barriers in a reality format that reaches millions of Malayali households. Their dignified presence, despite hostility from some fellow contestants, has earned them admiration from a growing section of the audience.This episode – and the teaser in particular – marks a watershed moment. In an industry often criticised for playing it safe on socially sensitive issues, Bigg Boss Malayalam and Mohanlal have made a rare but welcome choice to challenge regressive views head-on.

All eyes are now on the full weekend episode, which is expected to air on Saturday. Viewers are eager to see how the housemates respond, whether an apology is made, and how Adhila and Noora are supported going forward.