Riyas Salim

Indian social media personality best known for being the second runner-up on season 4 of the reality show, Bigg Boss in 2022. He won the public's heart on the show when he stood up to homophobic taunts from other cast members. He has over 250,000 subscribers to his eponymous YouTube channel, Riyas salim. Before fame He has been posting to YouTube since 2021, quickly gaining a following for his videos about queering traditionally masculine or feminine spaces, like the beauty industry. He was invited onto Big Boss for season 4 in 2022. Trivia His YouTube channel has gained popularity for speaking out in support of LGBTQIA rights, and making videos decrying misogyny, talking about being gender queer, and posting makeup tutorials. He also posts food tutorials, day in the life vlogs, and covers of songs he likes. Family life He grew up in Velichikala, India, facing a lot of bullying from his peers as a child. He has posted photos with his parents to social media. Associated with He often posts Instagram reels to popular songs, like "Anxiety" by Doechii.