Bigg Boss is one of the most talked-about controversial TV reality shows. Over the years, the show has built up a huge fanbase. The show is prepping hard to air a new season, Bigg Boss 19, in August 2025. According to multiple reports, Bigg Boss 19 is expected to run for five months. In fact, there is an interesting aspect to the upcoming season. This time, the makers have decided to bring on multiple hosts, including Salman Khan, Farah Khan, Karan Johar, and Anil Kapoor, for the reality show. While Bigg Boss 19 is making a lot of noise, here’s a probable list of contestants who will be seen in the show.
#1. Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah‘s ‘Babita’, a.k.a Munmun Dutta, to take part in Bigg Boss 19
Several names of notable personalities from the TV industry, Bollywood, and the influencer space are circulating on the internet. Munmun Dutta, who is well-known for her role, ‘Babita’ in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (TMKOC), will reportedly be seen as one of the participants in Bigg Boss 19. For the unversed, in TMKOC, Munmun plays the role of ‘Babita’, the wife of ‘Iyer’, played by Tanuj Mahashabde. Audience also loves her chemistry with ‘Jethalal’ (played by Dilip Joshi).
#2. Naagin fame, Anita Hassanandani, is reportedly part of Bigg Boss 19
Anita Hassanandani is one of the most prominent actresses in the Hindi TV industry. She is well-known for her roles, ‘Anjali’ in Kkavyanjali, ‘Sanchi’ in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, ‘Shagun’ in Yeh Hai Mohabbatein and ‘Vishakha’ in Naagin. According to a report by SCREEN, Anita will be one of the participants in the upcoming season, Bigg Boss 19.
#3. Twin sisters, Chinki and Minki, will reportedly be seen taking part in Bigg Boss 19
Twin sisters, Chinki and Minki, who rose to fame with The Kapil Sharma Show, will reportedly be seen together in Bigg Boss 19. Recently, the viral duo announced that they are parting their ways and are set to embark on their individual journey. This news, made by Surabhi and Samriddhi Mehra, popularly known as Chinki and Minki, broke the hearts of their fans.
#4. Ashish Vidyarthi, a National Award-winning actor and YouTuber, is allegedly taking part in Bigg Boss 19
Ashish Vidyarthi, a national award-winning actor, has established himself in both the acting and YouTube communities. With his unique content that combines travel, food, and more, Ashish has 2.3 million subscribers on his YouTube channel, Ashish Vidyarthi Actor Vlogs. According to a report by Hindustan Times, the 63-year-old actor will be one of the alleged contestants on Bigg Boss 19. Recently, the actor was seen in Karan Johar’s OTT show, The Traitors.
#5. TV actress, Lataa Saberwal to take part in Bigg Boss 19
Lataa Saberwal, the TV actress famous for her role in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, has recently announced her separation from her husband, Sanjeev Seth. For the unversed, Sanjeev was the fellow actor of Lataa from the show, Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, and in 2009, the couple tied the knot. According to a report by Hindustan Times, Lataa Saberwal will share the screen space with the alleged contestants of Bigg Boss 19.
#6. The Traitors Fame, Apoorva Mukhija, is one of the alleged contestants of Bigg Boss 19
Social media influencer, Apoorva Mukhija, a.k.a Rebel Kid, earlier this year in 2025, found herself in the centre of a controversy, after she made a vulgar comment on India’s Got Latent. However, her recent appearance on Karan Johar’s OTT game show, The Traitors, has helped her build a new fan base. In fact, the young influencer is now speculated to be one of the contestants of Bigg Boss 19.
#7. Gaurav Taneja, a.k.a Flying Beast, will reportedly be seen as one of the participants of Bigg Boss 19
Gaurav Tanuja, also known as the Flying Beast, is a renowned YouTuber. He rose to prominence by making daily life content and fitness vlogs and has 9.32 million subscribers on his YouTube channel, Flying Beast. However, fans can now reportedly see the popular YouTuber, Gaurav, on Bigg Boss 19.
#8. Mr. Faisu a.k.a Faisal Shaikh is to be participating in Bigg Boss 19
Mr. Faisu a.k.a Faisal Shaikh, who rose to fame by creating TikTok videos, now has 33.1 million followers on Instagram. Recently, he appeared on the cooking show Celebrity MasterChef and was one of the five participants who made their way to the finals. According to a Hindustan Times report, Mr. Faisu will be next seen on the controversial show, Bigg Boss 19.
#9. Tanushree Dutta, the former Miss India, will reportedly be seen in the controversial TV show, Bigg Boss 19
Tanushree Dutta, a former Miss India and Indian actress, is well known for her films, including Aashiq Banaya Aapne, Bhagam Bhag, and Dhol. In 2018, Tanushree found herself in hot water after she accused veteran actor, Nana Patekar, of sexual harassment. According to a report in The Indian Express, Tanushree, who has been out of the limelight for some time, is rumoured to be returning with Bigg Boss 19.
#10. Mamta Kulkarni, the former actress, is allegedly taking part in Salman Khan’s controversial show, Bigg Boss 19
Mamta Kulkarni, the former Indian actress, left the glamour world after appearing in a Bengali film, Shesh Bongsodhar, in 2003. However, since January 2025, she has been leading a life as a monk after being appointed Maha Mandaleshwar of the Kinnar Akhada at the Maha Kumbh Mela. According to a report by The Indian Express, Mamta might be seen as a contestant on the controversial TV show, Bigg Boss 19.
#11. Raj Kundra, husband of Bollywood actress, Shilpa Shetty, to be one of the contestants of Bigg Boss 19
Businessman, Raj Kundra, has recently made an appearance on the OTT game show, The Traitors. However, he was the first one to get eliminated from the show. There has been speculation that Shilpa Shetty’s husband, Raj, will be seen competing against the other contestants on Bigg Boss 19.
#12. Purav Jha to take part in Bigg Boss 19 after The Traitors
Purav Jha is a famous YouTuber. Recently, the content creator also appeared on Karan Johar’s most popular OTT game show, The Traitors. He was one of the contestants who made it to the finals. According to a report by The Indian Express, Purav will be next seen in the show, Bigg Boss 19.
#13. TV star, Dheeraj Dhoopar, well known for his role in Kundali Bhagya, is one of the alleged contestants of Bigg Boss 19
TV star, Dheeraj Dhoopar is well known for his role as ‘Karan’ in Kundali Bhagya. He was also featured in the popular TV serial, Sasural Simar Ka. According to a Hindustan Times report, Dheeraj will be one of the alleged contestants of Bigg Boss 19.
#14. Ishq Mein Marjawan actress, Aalisha Panwar, to take part in Bigg Boss 19
TV actress, Aalisha Panwar rose to fame with her role in the TV soap opera, Ishq Mein Marjawan. Aalisha played the dual roles of ‘Tara Raichand’ and ‘Aarohi Kashyap’ in Ishq Mein Marjawan. However, there have been speculations that the actress will make an entry to the show, Bigg Boss 19.
#15. Guddan Tumse Na Ho Paayega fame, Kanika Mann, is reportedly one of the contestants of Bigg Boss 19
TV actress, Kanika Mann, is well known for her dual role as ‘Guddan Jindal’ and ‘Guddan Birla’ in the Hindi TV serial, Guddan Tumse Na Ho Paayega. She was also featured in Khatron Ke Khiladi 12, a stunt show hosted by Rohit Shetty and was a finalist on the show. According to a report by The Indian Express, Kanika will be seen as one of the alleged participants of Bigg Boss 19.
#16. Krishna Shroff, daughter of Jackie Shroff, to take part in Bigg Boss 19
Krishna Shroff, daughter of veteran actor, Jackie Shroff is a fitness entrepreneur. She also owns a fitness centre in Mumbai. Besides fitness, she also marked her presence in the entertainment world with Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 14. According to a report by Hindustan Times, Krishna will be seen participating among the alleged contestants on the show Bigg Boss 19.
#17. Anupamaa actor, Paras Kalnawat, is allegedly part of Bigg Boss 19
TV actor, Paras Kalnawat, rose to prominence with his role in the popular TV serial, Anupamaa. The TV star reportedly dated Uorfi Javed, who is often trolled for her fashion choices. However, there has been buzz that Paras will be entering the Bigg Boss 19 house.
#18. TV actress and YouTuber, Arishfa Khan, is reportedly one of the contestants of Bigg Boss 19
Arishfa Khan is a TV actress and a YouTuber. She has 29.9 million followers on Instagram and has 2.89 million subscribers on YouTube. Arishfa will reportedly enter the Bigg Boss 19 house as a contestant.
#19. Celebrity makeup artist and influencer, Mickey Makeover, to be part of Bigg Boss 19
Celebrity makeup artist and influencer, Mickey Makeover, is well known for making raw and funny content. He has 2 million followers on Instagram. According to speculations, the viral makeup artist will be seen on the show, Bigg Boss 19.
This is a curated list of probable contestants of Bigg Boss 19. None of the above names of famous personalities has been confirmed for the upcoming season of Bigg Boss. The makers are yet to announce the final contestants of Bigg Boss 19. What are your thoughts on this? Let us know.
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