Bollywood stars Kajol and Twinkle Khanna have officially concluded their talk show, Two Much With Kajol and Twinkle, a program that became as famous for its unfiltered celebrity conversations as for the multiple controversies it sparked. After facing significant public criticism, the duo has now directly addressed the backlash in a newly released bonus episode.
Addressing the Controversy Head-On
Filmed after the main episodes had already begun streaming, this special episode saw the hosts finally tackling the negative feedback. The moment arose as they prepared for an 'Agree and Disagree' segment with cricketers Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma. Kajol kicked things off with a lighthearted joke, stating, "Now it’s time for our next segment, which has gotten us into a lot of trouble." She quickly clarified the segment's intent, emphasizing that it was more about lighthearted teasing than serious opinion-sharing.
Twinkle Khanna immediately supported this, admitting to a crucial oversight. She confessed, "And there’s a disclaimer, which we should have had from the first episode, that nothing we say in this segment should be taken seriously." She strongly advised the audience, "Please don’t follow any of our advice in this segment," acknowledging that setting this tone earlier could have mitigated much of the criticism.
The Incidents That Stirred the Pot
The backlash primarily stemmed from candid discussions in earlier episodes featuring high-profile guests like Karan Johar and Janhvi Kapoor. One particularly fiery exchange occurred during a conversation on fidelity. Karan Johar dropped a bombshell by declaring, "Physical infidelity is not a deal breaker." A young Janhvi Kapoor was quick to counter, firmly responding, "No, the deal is broken."
Adding a generational perspective to the debate, Twinkle Khanna weighed in with her view, suggesting Janhvi's stance might change with time. She remarked, "We’re in our 50s, she’s in her 20s, and she will get into this circle soon. She hasn’t seen the things we have seen." She concluded with a Hindi phrase, "Raat gayi baat gayi," which translates to "What’s happened, has happened."
Another moment that captured headlines was Kajol's unconventional take on the institution of marriage. When posed with the question of whether marriages should come with an expiry date and a renewal option, Kajol did not hold back. She asserted, "I definitely think so. Who says you will get married to the right person at the right time? So, you should have a renewal option." She further justified her stance by adding, "And if there’s an expiry date, then we don’t have to suffer for too long." Interestingly, on this topic, her co-host Twinkle Khanna publicly disagreed, showcasing the diverse viewpoints the show presented.
Wrapping Up a Talk Show Journey
The journey of Two Much With Kajol and Twinkle has been a rollercoaster, offering plenty of candid revelations about Bollywood personalities while simultaneously stirring the pot. The hosts' recent attempt to clarify the show's intent, especially the controversial segments, marks a reflective end to their project. It underscores the fine line entertainers walk in an era where every offhand comment is dissected by the public, proving that even in lighthearted banter, context is king.
