Bigg Boss 19 finalist Tanya Mittal, who secured third place in the season finale on December 7, 2025, has found herself at the center of a public spat just days after exiting Salman Khan's controversial reality show. Celebrity stylist Riddhima Sharma, who curated Mittal's wardrobe throughout the 105-day stint, unleashed a scathing Instagram post on December 10, accusing the entrepreneur-turned-contestant of failing to clear outstanding payments, withholding expensive outfits, and displaying ingratitude toward the fashion professionals behind her on-screen glamour. Sharma's emotional rant, accompanied by screenshots of frantic WhatsApp exchanges and a video of Mittal being quizzed about her sarees, highlights the often-overlooked tensions in celebrity styling arrangements, where trust and timely settlements are paramount amid the high-stakes world of reality TV endorsements.

Sharma detailed her grievances in a lengthy note, emphasising her unwavering support for Mittal during the show—ranging from promotional interviews and voting appeals to sourcing premium ethnic wear on short notice. "I have always supported Tanya in every interview... even in her own interview, I was supporting her," she wrote, lamenting how Mittal's team allegedly sourced outfits through her network only to "show attitude" post-finale. The stylist clarified her role, distinguishing between designers and coordinators like herself, and revealed that for one full week of Bigg Boss appearances, she dispatched high-end sarees and lehengas from brands costing up to Rs 50,000 weekly, including a Rs 58,000 blue lehenga for Mittal's Siddhivinayak Temple visit arranged in under two hours. Despite covering porter fees out-of-pocket and sending a personal gift with a note, Sharma claimed no appreciation or returns have materialised, culminating in threats from the team to withhold her dues if a last-minute saree didn't arrive on time.

Mittal's time in the Bigg Boss house was marked by her opulent persona, frequently boasting about a collection of 800 sarees and a lavish lifestyle built from her self-started brand, Handmade Love by Tanya, which has evolved from handbags to luxury accessories since 2019. Her fashion-forward looks—featuring statement jewellery, gloves, and never-repeated ensembles—drew both admiration and scepticism, with housemates and viewers questioning their authenticity amid accusations of "faking" her elite status. Sharma's earlier endorsements, including pre-finale interviews where she defended the outfits' legitimacy (e.g., a Rs 28,000 finale saree plus separate jewellery), now contrast sharply with her current frustration, questioning, "Am I a fool? Please clear the payment... What is this behaviour?" The post has amplified calls for respect toward behind-the-scenes creatives, echoing similar disputes in Bollywood, where stylists like Shaleena Nathani have navigated payment delays.

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As screenshots reveal ignored messages and unfulfilled promises—Mittal reportedly praised an outfit over the phone but ghosted follow-ups—the controversy risks tarnishing the 30-year-old's post-show momentum, including potential brand deals leveraging her clean-game narrative. Neither Mittal nor her representatives have responded publicly as of December 11, leaving fans divided on social media: some decry the stylist's "unprofessional" airing of laundry, while others rally behind Sharma, tagging Mittal with demands for accountability. This fallout underscores the precarious economics of styling for reality stars, where weekly fees often hinge on exposure rather than guarantees, and serves as a cautionary tale for emerging talents navigating fame's fine print.

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