Entertainment
oi-Prakash KL
The controversy surrounding Diwakar, who is popularly known as Watermelon Star, and Vijay TV’s Cook with Comali (CWC) has escalated into a legal matter involving allegations of physical assault and death threats during the filming of the show’s 7th season.
The Controversy Explained
Diwakar has recentlu filed a formal police complaint at the Nasrathpettai police station and subsequently at the Chennai Police Commissioner’s office against three prominent CWC personalities: Ma Ka Pa Anand (Host), Pugazh (Comali), and Gaana Vinoth (Comali).
Diwakar (“Watermelon Star”) filed a police complaint against Vijay TV’s Cook with Comali host Ma Ka Pa Anand and comalis Pugazh and Gaana Vinoth, alleging assault and threats during Season 7 filming; Ma Ka Pa Anand denied assault, citing Diwakar’s alleged misconduct.
Physical Assault: Diwakar alleged that during a shoot at the EVP Film City, Ma Ka Pa Anand, who was reportedly in an inebriated state, attacked him with an iron rod, causing an injury to his leg.
Harassment and Verbal Abuse: He claimed that Pugazh was unhappy with his presence on the show, fearing that Diwakar’s performance might overshadow his own. He also accused Gaana Vinoth of using derogatory language and making demeaning comments about his family.
Death Threats: Following the initial police complaint, Diwakar alleged that he received death threats from Gaana Vinoth, claiming that Vinoth warned him he would not be able to work in Chennai due to his “connections.”
What Ma Ka Pa Anand Says?
Ma Ka Pa Anand has said “Watermelon star abused a woman on set and used caste discrimination slurs, which made him go out of Cook with Comali-not me. I’m standing for 18 hours straight; how can I do that if I consumed alcohol?”
Watermelon 🍉 star abused a woman on set and used caste discrimination slurs, which made him go out of Cook with Comali—not me. I’m standing for 18 hours straight; how can I do that if I consumed alcohol ?
– #MaKaPaAnand #Pugazh pic.twitter.com/b2stmfqoGR
— Movies Singapore (@MoviesSingapore) April 15, 2026“>
Context and Background
Bigg Boss Tamil Friction: The tension between Diwakar and Gaana Vinoth isn’t new; it began during Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9 (late 2025), where they were fellow contestants. Their relationship was highly toxic, involving heated arguments and allegations of casteist and racist remarks made by Diwakar toward Vinoth.
The “Watermelon Star” Persona: Diwakar gained fame on social media for his unique way of eating watermelons and calling himself “Nadippu Arakkan” (Demon of Acting). While popular with some, his behavior on Bigg Boss-including refusing tasks and making controversial comments-led to significant public backlash and his eventual eviction.
This controversy has divided fans. While some believe Diwakar is being bullied by the “set seniors,” others view his allegations as a publicity stunt or a continuation of the friction seen in the Bigg Boss house
