This year, for the first time, the Bigg Boss house, includes a non-human resident - a donkey living along with the other contestants.

For the first time, this year, Bigg Boss house also has a real animal. This year, a donkey named Gadraj is also a part of the show

Bollywood superstar and Bigg Boss 18 host Salman Khan has been requested by the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) to convince the makers of the controversial reality show to not use animals.

PETA has requested Salman Khan to convince `Bigg Boss 18` makers to stop using animals, citing concerns about a donkey`s well-being on the show.

PETA India has urged Salman Khan and Bigg Boss producers to exclude the donkey, Max, from the show, citing public distress. They argue that using animals as entertainment is harmful and inappropriate.

PETA India in their open letter to host Salman Khan urges him to stop animal cruelty as they request to free Gadhraj (donkey) which is locked inside the BB house. Read the full news

The makers of the controversial reality show Bigg Boss 18 have decided to keep a donkey in the house. This has irked many.

Bollywood superstar and "Bigg Boss 18" host Salman Khan has been requested by the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) to convince the makers of the controversial reality show to not use animals.

The letter mentioned that it would not only “prevent stress to the animals and upset to viewers” but also “set a powerful precedent”.