Who is Watermelon Star Diwakar From Bigg Boss Tamil 12?

"Watermelon Star" Diwakar has already stirred things up inside the Bigg Boss Tamil 12 house, which premiered on October 6. Within just a few days, he's managed to grab attention - for both his quirky charm and his controversial comment.

In Wednesday's episode, Diwakar rubbed several housemates the wrong way after calling Ramya a "country fruit" - which many took as a dig, hinting at "country brute." Naturally, the house rallied behind Ramya, leaving Diwakar on the defensive.

But who exactly is Diwakar, and why is he called the "Watermelon Star"?

Diwakar is a social media influencer best known for his funny, lighthearted videos that have made him a household name among younger audiences. His playful expressions, catchy dialogues, and-of course-his trademark watermelon theme have set him apart from the crowd. Before his social media fame, Diwakar was actually a qualified physiotherapist. What began as casual content creation for fun eventually turned into a full-fledged online identity, earning him the unique title "Watermelon Star."

His videos often tap into relatable, everyday humor - from awkward social encounters to playful memes - and that's what makes his content click. Diwakar doesn't try to be picture-perfect; instead, his spontaneous, slightly goofy energy is what wins hearts. The "Watermelon" tag became a natural extension of his online persona - quirky, bright, and instantly recognizable.

With Bigg Boss Tamil 12 marking his first big leap into mainstream reality TV, all eyes are now on Diwakar to see if his online wit and watermelon charm can survive the intense and unpredictable world of the Bigg Boss house.