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Bigg Boss 19: Salman Khan to be joined by these 3 hosts, show gets OTT premiere date, will run for 5 months

As Bigg Boss 19 comes closer to release, we bring you latest updates about the show, this year it will be a digital first property and the first glimpse will be out by the end of July.

3 min readMumbaiUpdated: Jul 8, 2025 01:55 PM IST

Salman Khan has sold one of his properties in Mumbai. (Photo: Colors PR Team)

Bigg Boss 19 latest update: Over the last few months, there have been too many speculations around the Salman Khan-hosted show. In May, it was announced that a new season of Bigg Boss will indeed happen this year; however, a lot has changed around the show this time. Now, SCREEN has some new updates around the show, while the show will start streaming in August this year, Salman Khan will not be the only host this time.

Bigg Boss 19 premiere date, show to be digital-first

While it has been reported that this will be the longest season of Bigg Boss, it will go on for five months. A source reveals that the show will go live on the last weekend of August, which is 29th and 30th August. The source also added, “The makers are making this season as a digital-first property. This means the show will run simultaneously on TV and OTT; however, the fresh episodes will drop on Jio Hotstar first, and after one and a half hours, the same episode will appear on Colors TV.” It is also said that auditions for the contestants are going on, and contracts are being rolled out soon.

Also Read: Bigg Boss 19 tentative contestants list: Ram Kapoor, Munmun Dutta, Mr Faisu, Kanika Mann approached for Salman Khan-hosted show

Bigg Boss 19 host will not only be Salman Khan

Like every year, superstar Salman Khan will kickstart the season; however, he will not be the only host this year. The source tells us that Salman’s contract for the show has only been made for three months. “Like every year, the makers are planning to bring in different celebrities as special hosts. After Salman finishes his three-month-long stint, makers will bring in Farah Khan, Karan Johar, and Anil Kapoor to step in as hosts.” The source also mentioned that the core team is still deciding if there will be just one host after Salman or there will be multiple celebrities hosting for two weeks. However, Salman will return to host the grand finale of the season.

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Bigg Boss 19 list of approached contestants

A lot of names have been doing the rounds as contestants for Bigg Boss 19. So far, more than 20 celebrities and influencers have been approached for the show. And this season will also have around 15 contestants joining at first, and three to five wild card entries. Recently, two new names that have been added to the show’s tentative contestant list have been of actress Lataa Saberwal and Ashish Vidyarthi. Other than them, Ram Kapoor, Gautami Kapoor, Dheeraj Dhoopar, Alisha Panwar, Munmun Dutta, Anita Hassanandani, Khushi Dubey, Gaurav Taneja, Apoorva Mukhija, Chinki Minki, Purav Jha, Krishna Shroff, Mr Faisu, Kanika Mann, Raj Kundra, Daisy Shah, Arshifa Khan, Tanushree Dutta, Sharad Malhotra, Mamta Kulkarni, Paras Kalnawat, and Mickey Makover are also said to be approached for the show.

The new season’s official announcement and first look will happen by the end of this month.

Nawaz Javed Kochra

Nawaz Javed Kochra is a seasoned entertainment journalist at The Indian Express Online, bringing nearly a decade of expertise to the forefront of cultural reporting. With a focus on the television and Over-The-Top (OTT) landscapes, he has established himself as a prominent voice in the industry, known for his high-profile celebrity interviews and insightful coverage of the Indian entertainment sector. Experience & Career Nawaz holds a Master of Arts in Communication and Journalism from Mumbai University, providing him with a rigorous academic and ethical foundation. In his 11-year career, he has navigated through several of India's leading media houses, building a portfolio that spans digital, print, and broadcast media: The Indian Express: Currently leads coverage of TV and OTT content, producing both written analysis and popular video interview segments. Former Roles: He began his career at the iconic Stardust Magazine and later held key positions at Zoom TV, Zee Multimedia, MissMalini, Bollywood Bubble, and Raindrop Media. Expertise & Focus Areas Nawaz’s beat is characterized by a blend of exclusive access and trend analysis. His core areas of expertise include: Reality Television: Specialized coverage of major franchises like Bigg Boss, providing behind-the-scenes insights and winner profiles. OTT Ecosystem: Tracking the shift from traditional cable to digital streaming platforms, with a focus on web series and digital premieres. Celebrity Profiles & Interviews: Nawaz is celebrated for his ability to foster candid conversations with industry stalwarts, from music composers like Amaal Mallik to other TV legends. Investigative Entertainment News: Reporting on sensitive industry developments, including legal disputes and personal stories of resilience within the acting community. Authoritativeness & Trust With a reputation built on years of networking and credible reporting, Nawaz Kochra is a "known face" in the Mumbai media circuit. His work at The Indian Express adheres to the publication's "Journalism of Courage" standard, ensuring that even entertainment reporting is approached with accuracy, sensitivity, and transparency. His educational background and extensive tenure across diverse media platforms provide him with the authoritative perspective required to analyze the rapid evolution of Indian show business. ... Read More

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