Salman Khan is back as the host of Bigg Boss 16. Television’s most popular reality show, Bigg Boss, has returned with its 16th season. Salman Khan returns as the host of the show. The premiere episode of Bigg Boss 16 introduced the viewers to the new contestants this season.
Among those who are participating in the show this year are Manya Singh, Tina Dutta, Soundarya Sharma, Shalin Bhanot, Shiv Thakare, Sumbul Touqueer, Sreejita De, Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia. It is yet to be seen who else will join the show.
The palatial house of Bigg Boss 16 has been designed by Omung Kumar. To give the house a comic book-like look, he has used a bright colour palette. Talking about the house, Omung Kumar shared that 98 cameras have been placed in and around the premises. However, the numbers may increase, given there are many more nooks and corners this time. Also, the garden area has a number of isolated ‘chilling zones’ — one atop a mezzanine, while another with a soundproof glass wall.
At the press launch of Bigg Boss 16, Salman Khan addressed the rumours of him taking a whopping Rs 1,000 crore fee for Bigg Boss this year. Stating that he’s never earned this kind of money, he also joked that he was about to return the amount, making it a profitable season for Colors TV.
Kashmera Shah took to Twitter to post, "Just saw #BiggBoss on @justvoot and must say I loved the line up. There are a few early favorites but I have to admit that #SajidKhan s candid honesty touched my heart waiting to see him more good advice by sister #farahkhan @ColorsTV ##BB16."
Uttaran co-stars Tina Dutta and Sreejita De are together on the show.
Bigg Boss has assigned Sajid Khan as Abdu Rozik's translator.
RJ Karishma shared a video as she visited the new Bigg Boss 16 house.
Abdu Rozik needed some weights for his workout. Sajid Khan was seen helping him make this request to Bigg Boss.
Bigg Boss shares some new rules for the house captain this year.
Sharing a clip from the stage, the couple wrote, "Kya aapne socha tha aise kuch hoga ? Well your wish has become a reality as your favourite jodi #FaTejo ab #PriyAnkit banke aa rahe hai #BiggBoss16 ke ghar. We are super excited to continue our journey with you guys, and hoping we get the same amount of love and support from you all! ???."
Bigg Boss 16's Abdu Rozik was seen in a video with Vishal Kotian. "????? ?????? ???? ??????? ?? ???? ???? ??. Finally the world will get to see the struggle n story of this BRAVEHEART ?? He is not only an amazing ENTERTAINER but a true DILWALA..Pls give him all the love n support ???," wrote Vishal.
Actor Soundarya Sharma is a part of Bigg Boss 16. Her team shared a clip of her from the stage with Salman Khan and wrote, "The #AlphaFemale enters the house of #BiggBoss16 with an entertaining and glamorous performance. An honor to be sharing the stage with @beingsalmankhan. ♥? Truly a dream come true! ??."
Shalin Bhanot's team shared his look from the Bigg Boss 16's premiere night and wrote, "White, the color of purity, of new beginnings, of a clean slate….Let's watch what’s in store with Shalin Bhanot!"
Pratik Sehajpal wrote on Twitter, "“Aaj se bigg boss shuru hai. Feeling very ajeeb. Wish I could explain how I feel right now. It's just a feeling I can't express.”
Bigg Boss has already begun with the surprises. The channel showed a glimpse from the upcoming episode where contestants were woken up by the wake-up song. However, this would be the last time they would hear the wake-up call. Bigg Boss says, "Dear contestant this will be the last time you will hear the wake-up call from tomorrow. After 15 years this will be the first time where Bigg Boss will break his own rule because this time Bigg Boss is playing himself."
The Bigg Boss 16 premiere wraps up with Sajid Khan entering the house. The next episode will see Bigg Boss 'playing' with the contestants.
Bigg Boss 13 star Shehnaaz Gill sends a video message for Sajid Khan. She says that he should have a lot of fun and not fight. Sajid says that he's developed a close bond with Shehnaaz and she's like a younger sister to him.
Farah Khan, who is the biggest fan of Bigg Boss, asked Sajid Khan to be himself on the show. Sajid says that he hopes Farah doesn't visit the show.
Sajid Khan has been away from the limelight after he was caught up in controversies in the wake of the #MeToo movement. Several of Sajid’s female colleagues accused him of sexual misconduct. On the basis on these serious allegations, The Indian Film and Television Directors’ Association (IFTDA) had barred him from directing films. Read more here.
Not opening up about his many sexual assault accusations, Sajid Khan says that his downfall came because of his arrogance. He says the hits made him feel invincible till his career saw a low.
Sajid says he wants to learn about himself and learn household chores to become humbler in life. He also says that there has been a low phase in his life and he wants to reconnect with the audience.
Sajid Khan talks about being at home for four years and is now as a contestant on Bigg Boss 16. Salman Khan then shares how the two have known each other for a long time. Salman warns him that there will be no partiality even though they are friends. The two also recall being trained under Honey Irani and having a gala time together.
Filmmaker Sajid Khan is here on Bigg Boss 16. He says that there are rumours of him entering the Bigg Boss 16 house but he is not participating.
Before entering the house, Tina Datta pens a 'love letter' to Bigg Boss.
As Archana Gautam's luggage doesn't arrive in time, she creates havoc inside the house.
Sreejita De says that Tina Dutta gets quite dominating at times. Salman Khan also shows a video where she talks about how Tina has a number of issues with her.
Do you remember Sreejita De? If not, click here.
Hailing from Kolkata, Tina Datta started her acting career at the age of 12 in the Bengali film Choker Bali with Aishwarya Rai. She is known for playing Ichcha in Uttaran. Here's everything you need to know about her.
Tina Dutta's on-screen rival Sreejita De joins her on stage. They share how they have known each other for 10 years.
Salman Khan tests Tina Dutta on how she will react to different situations in the house.
Television actor Tina Dutta, popularly known as Iccha from Uttaran, makes an entry on Bigg Boss 16. She treats Salman Khan to some Bengali sweets, as a mark to celebrate Durga Puja. Tina shares that she wants to find a boy through this show as she has been single for a long time.
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Gori Nagori, who is known as India's Shakira, talks about her life with Salman Khan. She says that her mother and elder sister do not support her career choices. Salman asks her to not care about what people say and just focus on herself. He lauds her energy and tries to match her steps.
Rajasthan's popular dancer Gori Nagori takes on the Bigg Boss 16 stage. Her energetic dance act leaves host Salman Khan impressed.
From Sumbul Touqeer, Manya Singh to Priyanka Chahar Choudhary and Ankit Gupta: Here's the final list of confirmed Bigg Boss 16 contestants.
After being pulled up by Bigg Boss, Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia has now turned into a strict taskmaster. She gets into an argument with Manya Singh and Archana Gautam over the assignment of beds.
All that you need to know about Uttar Pradesh's Manya Singh, who's on Bigg Boss 16 to prove herself. Read here.
Manya Singh talks about her struggles in life even after winning Miss India. She says she bagged just one commercial in two years, and her father is still driving an auto to make ends meet. Manya says that her skin tone has led many to reject her and she is yet to find good work.
Miss India runner-up Manya Singh is on Bigg Boss 16. The model talks about how people remember her as the 'rickshaw driver's daughter'. Manya says that now she wants to make a name for herself. Salman advises her that she'll have to work hard if she wants to be successful in life.
Sumbul Touqeer Khan talks about her struggles and how that has taught her a lot in life. She shares how her father's poem gave her the strength to be on Bigg Boss 16. Her father joins her on stage and says that it's a dream come true moment for the family.
Fans have watched Sumbul Touqeer Khan as Imlie but here's all that you need to know about her real personality. Read here.
Sumbul Touqeer jokes that her name sounds like Salman Khan's popular character Chulbul Pandey. She also enacts how the host behaves on the Weekend Ka Vaar, leaving the Bollywood star in splits.
Popular television actor Sumbul Touqeer Khan is set to enter Bigg Boss 16. She is the youngest contestant this season. Sumbul dances on Sara Ali Khan's song "Chaka chak" on the stage. She teaches Salman Khan a few steps as they groove together.
Find out more about Bigg Boss Marathi 2 winner Shiv Thakare here.
Salman Khan interacts with Soundarya Sharma and Shiv Thakare, asking if he has any tips for her. Shiv says that he has left behind all his laurels and wants to start from scratch on the show. He also compliments Soundarya saying she will manage to manipulate people with her smile.
After playing the lead role in Anupam Kher’s Ranchi Diaries (2017), Soundarya has been looking out for work, and Bigg Boss seems to be one of the biggest gigs that the actor has scored in her career. Read more about him here.
Bigg Boss Marathi 2 winner Shiv Thakare is now set to fight for the Bigg Boss 16 trophy. The actor says that he's moved to Mumbai with big dreams and the reality show will help him fulfill them.
Soundarya Sharma interacts with Salman Khan saying that she is an 'alpha female'. She also reveals that she can easily judge people.
Dentist turned actor Soundarya Sharma makes an entry on Bigg Boss 16 stage grooving on "Aafat song". She is the next contestant to enter the Salman Khan show.
While interacting with Salman Khan, Shalin Bhanot shares that he will get to learn a lot about life on Bigg Boss 14. You can read more about Shalin here.