Bigg Boss is back with a bang! Bigg Boss Season 19 is all set to premiere soon, and fans can’t wait to see what drama unfolds this time. With a new theme, a mix of fresh faces and popular stars, and a few unexpected surprises, this season promises to be bigger and better than ever.
Bigg Boss Season 19 Start Date
According to the latest updates, Bigg Boss Season 19 will start around the last weekend of August 2025, most likely on August 30. The show will premiere first on an OTT platform and then be broadcast on television. This dual release is expected to attract even more viewers than before.
Bigg Boss Season 19 Schedule
The show will follow a familiar schedule but with some exciting twists. Here’s how the Bigg Boss Season 19 schedule will look:
- OTT Episodes: Will release daily around 7 PM
- TV Broadcast: Will air on Colors TV around 9:30 PM
- Weekend Ka Vaar with Salman Khan: Every Saturday and Sunday
This season may last for over 5 months, making it one of the longest-running Bigg Boss seasons ever.
Bigg Boss Season 19 Contestants
The makers of Bigg Boss have approached many celebrities from different industries. While the official list is still under wraps, here are some names that are rumored to be joining the Bigg Boss Season 19 contestant list:
- Gaurav Khanna (TV Actor)
- Shraddha Arya (TV Actress)
- Karan Singh Grover
- Apoorva Mukhija (Social Media Influencer)
- Mr. Faisu
- Gaurav Taneja (Flying Beast)
- Kanika Mann
- Munmun Dutta
- Mamta Kulkarni (surprising comeback rumored)
- AI Contestant “Habubu” from the UAE (first-ever non-human contestant)
Some celebrities like Ram Kapoor, Zareen Khan, Daisy Shah, and Anita Hassanandani have reportedly declined the offer.
Bigg Boss Season 19 Starcast and Host
Salman Khan continues to be the heart of the show. He will be hosting the first few months of Bigg Boss Season 19, just like previous seasons. However, this time, there will be guest hosts too. Names like Karan Johar, Farah Khan, and Anil Kapoor are expected to take over hosting duties for some episodes.
The Bigg Boss starcast will include not just the contestants but also surprise entries, wild card contestants, and more celebrity guests.
What’s New in Bigg Boss 19?
- Rewind Theme: This season is bringing back fan-favorite concepts like the Secret Room and audience-controlled nominations.
- AI Contestant: A robot named Habubu will be joining the house. This is the first time an artificial intelligence-based participant will be part of Bigg Boss.
- Audience Interaction: Viewers will get more chances to influence the game directly.
Bigg Boss Winners List (All Seasons – Hindi)
| Season | Year | Winner | Host(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2006 | Rahul Roy | Arshad Warsi |
| 2 | 2008 | Ashutosh Kaushik | Shilpa Shetty |
| 3 | 2009 | Vindu Dara Singh | Amitabh Bachchan |
| 4 | 2010 | Shweta Tiwari | Salman Khan |
| 5 | 2011-12 | Juhi Parmar | Sanjay Dutt & Salman Khan |
| 6 | 2012-13 | Urvashi Dholakia | Salman Khan |
| 7 | 2013 | Gauahar Khan | Salman Khan |
| 8 | 2014-15 | Gautam Gulati | Salman Khan |
| 9 | 2015-16 | Prince Narula | Salman Khan |
| 10 | 2016-17 | Manveer Gurjar | Salman Khan |
| 11 | 2017-18 | Shilpa Shinde | Salman Khan |
| 12 | 2018 | Dipika Kakar | Salman Khan |
| 13 | 2019-20 | Sidharth Shukla (Late) | Salman Khan |
| 14 | 2020-21 | Rubina Dilaik | Salman Khan |
| 15 | 2021-22 | Tejasswi Prakash | Salman Khan |
| 16 | 2022-23 | MC Stan | Salman Khan |
| 17 | 2023-24 | Munawar Faruqui | Salman Khan |
| OTT 1 | 2021 | Divya Agarwal | Karan Johar (OTT) |
| OTT 2 | 2023 | Elvish Yadav | Salman Khan (Finale) |
Conclusion
Bigg Boss Season 19 is shaping up to be a power-packed reality show with a unique mix of technology, celebrity drama, and nostalgic twists. From the rumored contestant list to the exciting new format, it’s clear that this season will keep fans glued to their screens every day. Whether you watch it on OTT or TV, get ready for a rollercoaster of entertainment.
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