Pooja Bhatt's candid revelations on alcohol addiction and recovery

In an unexpected turn of events, Pooja Bhatt, initially rumoured to be a panellist on Bigg Boss OTT 2, entered the show as a contestant. The actress-director's presence added a new dynamic to the popular reality series—however, her candid revelation about her journey of addiction and recovery truly captivated the audience.

During a recent episode, Pooja engaged in a heartfelt conversation with fellow contestant Cyrus Broacha, who had also battled alcohol addiction and quit drinking at age 46.

Pooja courageously acknowledged that her decision to be open about her addiction had attracted criticism from many. She believed that addiction and recovery are often seen as a man's social domain. 

"I recognized that I had a drinking problem," Pooja revealed. "That's why I openly shared my addiction and my decision to quit drinking. Because in our society, addiction and recovery are considered a man's territory. Men are given the license to openly discuss alcohol addiction and recovery. However, women are discouraged from openly drinking and therefore, their recovery remains hidden. I used to drink openly, so when I decided to recover from alcoholism, I realized that I shouldn't do it in secret."

Pooja further emphasized her commitment to honesty and transparency by proudly referring to herself as a "recovering alcoholic," embracing her journey without reservations or shame.

As the season progresses, audiences eagerly anticipate further surprises, revelations, and dramatic twists in this popular reality show, eagerly awaiting the next episode to see how the relationships and dynamics within the house evolve.