Bigg Boss 19 Premiere Highlights: Kunickaa Sadanand, Gaurav Khanna, Amaal Mallik Part Of The Show

Bigg Boss 19 premiere: This season marks the show’s first digital-first rollout, a move set to keep audiences hooked online before its TV premiere. Salman Khan is back to host the latest season.

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Bigg Boss 19: The wait is over! Bigg Boss 19 kicks off tonight at 9 pm, streaming first on JioHotstar before airing on Colors TV with a 90-minute delay. This marks the show’s first digital-first rollout, a move set to keep audiences hooked online before its television premiere. Salman Khan, who has been synonymous with the show for 17 consecutive years, is back to host the latest season, which will run for 105 days and feature 17–18 housemates competing under a whole new set of rules.Contestants to hold power under ‘Gharwalon Ki Sarkar’This year’s theme, Gharwalon Ki Sarkar, promises a major shake-up in the game dynamics. The contestants will have unprecedented control over the house, while Bigg Boss himself will step back, appearing only to offer “an occasional nudge.” Salman Khan will also be more deeply involved with the housemates this season, adding to the anticipation.The Bigg Boss house has been transformed into a charming cabin-in-the-woods setting, captured round-the-clock by nearly 100 cameras. In a twist, the infamous jail is missing this year. As the production head put it, “Bigg Boss doesn’t need a jail to punish the contestants.”Who’s expected to join the house?Buzz around this year’s lineup is already heating up. Popular names speculated to be part of the show include Gaurav Khanna, Ashnoor Kaur, Amaal Malik, Awez Darbar, Nagma Mirajkar, Dino James, Tanya Mittal, Kunicka Sadanand, Zeishan Quadri, and Natalia Stankoszek. Shebaz Badesha and Mridul Tiwari are also in contention, with viewers deciding who makes the final cut through live voting.Adding to the hype, reports suggest that boxing legend Mike Tyson, WWE icon The Undertaker, and cricketer Shikhar Dhawan are in discussions to enter the house as wild card contestants.A grand premiere filled with star powerThe opening episode, filmed on August 21 and 22, promises high-voltage entertainment. Salman Khan will take the stage in a stylish all-black tuxedo, joined by several ex-contestants for a nostalgic reunion. Actress Sonali Bendre is also set to make a special appearance to promote her latest series Pati, Patni Aur Panga.

24/08/2025 22:51:20

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: ‘Fans Ka Faisla’ verdict is here

The audience has spoken! On Salman Khan’s Bigg Boss 19, Mridul Tiwari triumphed over Shehbaz Badesha, earning himself a coveted spot inside the Bigg Boss house.

YouTuber Mridul Tiwari wins Fans Ka Faisla and secures his spot inside the Bigg Boss 19 house! He defeated social media personality Shehbaz Badesha after weeks of fan voting. With a massive YouTube reach of 6 billion, Mridul now officially enters the show.

24/08/2025 22:52:14

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: Amaal Mallik Is The Last Contestant Of The Show

Music composer and singer Amaal Mallik, known for his hit tracks from MS Dhoni: The Untold Story, enters the Bigg Boss 19 house. The elder son of Daboo Malik and nephew of Anu Malik, Amaal made headlines earlier this year for revealing he had cut ties with his family, staying connected only with his brother, singer Armaan Malik.

24/08/2025 22:53:21

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: Kunickaa Sadanand enters Bigg Boss house

Veteran actor Kunickaa Sadanand joins Bigg Boss 19! With a career spanning over three decades, the 61-year-old star is celebrated for her iconic roles in Swabhimaan and Kittie Party. Having shared the screen with legends like Shah Rukh Khan, Akshay Kumar, Salman Khan, and Dilip Kumar, Kunickaa brings a wealth of experience and star power to the house.

24/08/2025 22:25:22

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: Bhojpuri star Neelam Giri makes a grand entry

Viral Bhojpuri sensation Neelam Giri joins Bigg Boss 19! Known for her hit dance numbers and millions of views on social media, the 28-year-old actor was introduced on stage by Bhojpuri superstar Pawan Singh.

24/08/2025 22:24:34

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: Farhana Bhatt Enters Bigg Boss 19 House

Kashmiri actor Farhana Bhatt, known for her roles in Singham Again and Laila Majnu, steps into the Bigg Boss house. A five-time national taekwondo medalist and alumna of Anupam Kher's Actor Prepares, Farhana spoke about the trolling and character assassination she has faced in the past.

24/08/2025 22:17:21

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: Comedian Pranit More promises laughs on the show

Stand-up comic and former RJ Pranit More says he plans to “make fun of everyone” on the show. Confident and witty, Pranit even compared himself to Bigg Boss while stepping into the house.

24/08/2025 22:16:38

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: Natalia Janoszek enters Bigg Boss 19 house

Polish dancer and actor Natalia Janoszek joins the Bigg Boss 19 lineup! Known for films like War 2 and appearances on Dancing With The Stars, Natalia admits she’s nervous about speaking Hindi on the show.

24/08/2025 22:01:39

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: Gaurav Khanna steps into Bigg Boss house

Popular TV actor Gaurav Khanna, best known as Anuj from Anupamaa, joins the Bigg Boss house! A familiar face from shows like CID and Kumkum, Gaurav has been winning hearts since his 2005 debut.

24/08/2025 21:58:21

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: Reality TV star Baseer Ali makes his entry

Baseer Ali, a familiar face to reality TV fans, enters the Bigg Boss 19 house! Winner of Splitsvilla 10 and runner-up on Roadies Rising and Ace Of Space 2, he made his acting debut in Kundali Bhagya in 2023. Will his experience give him an edge this season?

24/08/2025 21:57:44

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: Abhishek Bajaj joins the Bigg Boss line-up

Actor Abhishek Bajaj, known for Student of the Year 2 and Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui, steps into the Bigg Boss house. The actor began his journey with the TV show Parvarrish – Kuchh Khattee Kuchh Meethi and is now set to bring his screen charm to reality TV.

24/08/2025 21:56:42

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: Nehal Chudasama enters the Bigg Boss 19 house

Former Miss India and Miss Universe contestant Nehal Chudasama makes a glamorous entry! The self-proclaimed “savage beauty queen” is also a popular model and fitness influencer, ready to turn heads this season.

24/08/2025 21:47:47

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: Awez Darbar and Nagma Mirajkar make a grand joint entry on stage

Social media stars Nagma Mirajkar and Awez Darbar made a stylish entry together!

Nagma, a leading beauty influencer with over 8M Instagram followers, is known for her glamorous ramp walks, including at London Fashion Week, and collaborations with stars like Deepika Padukone.

Awez, son of music composer Ismail Darbar and brother of Zaid Darbar, boasts a whopping 30M followers on Instagram. A talented dancer and content creator, he frequently collaborates with his brother and is one of the most popular names on social media.

24/08/2025 21:32:29

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: Tanya Mittal Is The Third Contestant Of The House

Social media personality Tanya Mittal also steps into the Bigg Boss as the third contestant. Earlier in 2025, she made headlines after facing backlash for her “terror has no religion” comment following the Pahalgam terror attacks. 

24/08/2025 21:31:39

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: Zeishan Quadri Is The Second Contestant To Enter The House

Writer, actor, and filmmaker Zeishan Quadri is the second contestant to enter this season. He’s best known as the screenwriter behind Gangs of Wasseypur, the cult gangster drama that redefined Indian cinema, in which he also played a memorable role. Over the years, Quadri has expanded his creative journey by directing Meeruthiya Gangsters and appearing in several acclaimed films. His sharp wit and intense personality are sure to make him a strong contender inside the house.

24/08/2025 21:16:18

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: Ashnoor Kaur Is The First Contestant Of The House

Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlaata Hai actor Ashnoor Kaur is the first contestant of the house. Ashnor interacts with Salman and says she wants to be the youngest winner of the show.

24/08/2025 21:14:52

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: Salman Khan Gives Tour Of The House

Salman Khan took fans on a whirlwind tour of the Bigg Boss house, giving a sneak peek into the vibrant new theme and luxe interiors. Salman quipped that this year, the house should be called “Bigg Dil” instead, hinting at the emotional rollercoaster and heartfelt connections that viewers can expect this season.

24/08/2025 21:07:23

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: Salman Khan Opens Bigg Boss 19 Premiere Episode

The wait is finally over—Bigg Boss 19 has officially kicked off, and Salman Khan brought his signature style and swagger to the much-anticipated premiere episode. The Bollywood superstar set the tone for an exciting new season and showed the grand house of the season.

24/08/2025 18:42:33

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: Farrhana Bhatt to Enter Bigg Boss 19?

Buzz is strong that Laila Majnu actor Farrhana Bhatt will be stepping into the Bigg Boss 19 house! The Srinagar-born actor has reportedly replaced Atul Kishan as a contestant this season. While the makers haven’t confirmed it yet, fans are already excited to see a fresh face from Kashmir add drama and charm to Salman Khan’s show.

24/08/2025 17:58:43

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere LIVE Updates: The Undertaker Likely To Join As Wild Card Contestant

Reports suggest that WWE legend The Undertaker is in talks to join the show as a wildcard contestant later this season. According to buzz from the WWE league server on Discord, the Hall of Famer could step into the house in November and stay for about 7–10 days if the deal goes through. While there’s no official confirmation yet, sources say negotiations are in full swing, and if it happens, this would be a historic moment for the show! Read more here

24/08/2025 17:55:49

Bigg Boss 19 Premiere Live Updates: Mridul vs Shehbaz – Who gets the Bigg Boss 19 spot?

As the grand premiere unfolds, all eyes are on Fans Ka Faisla. Viewers have been voting to decide whether YouTuber Mridul Tiwari or Shehbaz Badesha — brother of former contestant and fan-favourite Shehnaaz Gill — will enter the Bigg Boss house. The result will be revealed live tonight, adding to the excitement of the star-studded launch!