Srinagar, Oct 31: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has extended his support to Kashmiri singer Qazi Touqeer, who is currently participating in reality television show Bigg Boss 20, saying he would vote for him.
The Chief Minister expressed his support during a podcast interaction with journalist and television anchor Shubhankar Mishra, where the two discussed Qazi’s performance and ongoing developments inside the Bigg Boss house.
During the conversation, Mishra asked Omar whether he was following the reality show, particularly because a Kashmiri contestant was making headlines this season. Responding to the question, Omar immediately named Qazi Touqeer and indicated that he was aware of his participation and the developments inside the house.
Recalling Qazi’s earlier achievements, Omar said he knew the singer had won a reality television competition. Mishra then mentioned that Qazi had emerged victorious in Sony TV’s singing reality show Fame Gurukul in 2005, a season that also featured singer Arijit Singh.
The Chief Minister said he had come across reports about Qazi’s achievements in newspapers. During the interaction, he also expressed his willingness to vote for the singer.
Qazi Touqeer rose to prominence after winning Fame Gurukul in 2005 alongside Ruprekha Banerjee. His participation in Bigg Boss 20 has once again brought him into the spotlight, drawing attention from fans, particularly in Jammu and Kashmir.
Hosted by Salman Khan, Bigg Boss 20 premiered on September 6, 2026. The ongoing season features television personalities, singers, social media influencers and other entertainment industry figures.
Omar Abdullah’s public endorsement has added to the attention surrounding Qazi’s journey on the show, with the singer continuing to attract interest among viewers in Kashmir.
