Asim Riaz became a household name after his participation in the TV reality show Bigg Boss 13. And now following his brother's step his elder brother Umar Riaz has also stepped into the controversial house of Bigg Boss 15. Before entering the reality show Umar Riaz in a candid chat with us opened up about his participation in the show and the advice his brother Asim gave him to sustain in the show.
Talking to SpotboyE.com exclusively on his participation on the show Umar Riaz said, "I have never thought of doing Bigg Boss. But when I saw my brother Asim Riaz going to Bigg Boss. And coming into the limelight and how that helped him to change his life. After that, I always thought of doing this reality show and this time it finally happened". ALSO READ Bigg Boss 15: Umar Riaz Requests Fans To Extend Their Support, Shares A Final Video Before Entering The House- VIDEO
When asked if he feels the pressure that your journey in the house will often be compared by Asim's journey in Bigg Boss 14 and, Umar says, "Obviously people will be expecting a lot from me. But I am not taking that baggage with me inside. Because his journey was different and my journey will be different. Although I hope and I wish I also reach the finale like him. Also, win the BB trophy. The contestants this time are very different from the contestants we had in Bigg Boss 13. It is going to be a tough fight but I am ready for it". ALSO READ Bigg Boss 15 New Promo: Asim Riaz's Brother Umar Riaz Goes Shirtless, Donal Bisht Sets The Stage On Fire As She Dances To 'Kamli'-WATCH
Umar also went on to disclose the tips and tricks his brother and former Bigg Boss contestant gave to him to sustain in the show, "Asim told me to do my own thing. And also said zabardasti kisi se pange mat lena. Do make friends but keep yourself first in the game".
Talking about his family reacting to his decision of leaving the medical field and entering into the controversial house, he says, "My Family is very supportive. Especially my parents. My mother is very happy that finally, I am fulfilling my dream of getting into this popular house. They are excitedly waiting to see me on TV".
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