Bigg Boss Marathi 2 launch: Highlights

Abhijeet Kelkar says, “I have never been seen as Abhijeet Kelkar. I have always played some character or the other. No one knows the real me. It will be great fun to be here unfolding the real me.”

Mahesh Manjrekar introduces the last participant of Bigg Boss Marathi Season 2 - Abhijeet Kelkar.

Mahesh Manjrekar says, “We had a pair last time and they survived for hundred days. I wish you two (Madhav Deochakke and Rupali Bhosle) also survive that long. I am like a teacher, principal, administration and other school staff for Bigg Boss Marathi. So, I will be keeping an eye on you all the time.”

Rupali Bhosle shares a personal story on how she was scared that her brother would lose his leg because of a freak accident. She says, “I think I have been a big support in his life. So, I will miss him the most while I am inside the house.” Mahesh Manjrekar surprises Rupali and invites her brother Sanket Bhosle to come on the Bigg Boss stage. Rupali says, “Wow! I am so happy that Sanket could make it here because I could not see him off properly.”

Madhav Deochakke and Rupali Bhosle are the next contestants of Bigg Boss Marathi Season 2.

Maithili Javkar enters the Bigg Boss Marathi Season 2 house. She says, “This house is too sundar. It looks like a movie set and we all have to give our best performances here.”

Maithili Javkar says, “I am a good swimmer and karate champ. I think I can survive Bigg Boss too.”

Mahesh Manjrekar introduces Maithili Javkar. Mahesh says, “Maithili is one of the most famous actors in Marathi cinema. She rules the rural part of Maharashtra.”

Mahesh Manjrekar says, “I am truly Indian at heart. So, every time I travel to different countries, I just don't find the food interesting. So, I will learn a few dishes from you.”

Mahesh Manjrekar asks, “You enjoy cooking and I enjoy eating. How much will you cook in the house? From how long have you been cooking?” Parag Kanhere replies, “I started cooking very early on in life and then went on to get my chef's degree at a hotel management institute. But I won't lie. Even though I am a chef, and I enjoy cooking, I always wanted to be an actor.”

Host Mahesh Manjrekar introduces chef Parag Kanhere.

Vidyasagar Joshi enters the Bigg Boss Marathi Season 2 house. Everybody is happy to see him. Vidyasagar already starts making jokes and everybody seems very happy with him. Surekha Punekar calls Shiv Thakre a 'good boy' as he is helpful and respectful towards the elderly.

Abhijeet Bichukale recites all his poems in famous hindi song tunes.

Vidyasagar Joshi says, “You had told me that you will take my phone away once I go into the house. But you guys took it away at least 5-6 hours ago. I haven't told my wife, 'Bye-bye, I love you!’ This is not fair." Manjrekar remarks, “Your son is married now. You still tell your wife, 'I love you'? Vidyasagar replies, 'Always' and then blushes.

Vidyasagar Joshi says, “I have taken special permission to be in the Marathi Bigg Boss house. I am looking forward to being here for long.”

Actor Vidyasagar Joshi does a comic act. Mahesh calls Vidyasagar 'bappa'. Manjrekar says, "Now three months, you will be inside the house. So you can't spam me with your good morning messages and festival wishes. Bappa is my favourite. He manages everything. He works, and doesn't run behind money."

The women take Shiv Thakre aside and tell him that he should have not bothered Shivani Surve as he doesn't even know her.

Shiv Thakre and Shivani Surve fight already. Shivani calls Shiv "bobda" (dumb).

Surekha Punekar says, “I have hardly been home as I have struggled a lot and I work a lot. So, I didn't feel like I will miss anyone when I will be in the Marathi Bigg Boss house. I have seen all kind of days. I was named as one of the first Lavani dancers. Initially women were not allowed to do the Lavani dance, and we wanted to break that. I have done my make up in public toilets before performing. So, I don't care about anything. My mantra is straight. It is ‘nobody should bother me and I will not bother anyone.’”

Mahesh Manjrekar says, “Surekha taai is the first Marathi folk artiste to enter the Marathi Bigg Boss house.”

Mahesh Manjrekar introduces Surekha Punekar as 'Lavani Samrat'.

Shiv Thakre enters the Bigg Boss Marathi Season 2 house. He sees Neha Shitole without a mic and reminds her about wearing the mic at all times. He chooses no.9

Mahesh Manjrekar's banter with Shiv Thakre suggests that Shiv will be the comic relief in the house.

Mahesh Manjrekar asks Shiv Thakre to name Maharashtra's Chief Minister. Shiv says, "Devendra sir. Devendra Fadanvis." Mahesh says, “Arre, he is the CM of Maharashtra and his name is Devendra Fadnavis, not Fadanvis."

Shiv Thakre says, "I have a dance academy, and I also do events. I am an IT engineering student. My exams were on May 22, but I got a call for Marathi Bigg Boss, so I chose this. My mother keeps praying for my success. She has given me some tips - not to fight, call everyone 'taai', and I will call everyone taai, except one. I am a muscular guy but I believe in love and as soon as I find someone giving me a green signal, I will run to her.”

Shiv Thakre says, “I had two dreams at 4 am. One that I was standing on the Bigg Boss stage, and my second dream was that I met the rockstar of Marathi film industry, Mahesh Manjrekar. Today, I have met you, and I hope I win the show too.”

Mahesh Manjrekar has concerns about Shiv Thakre’s getup. He says, “Why are you stripping on the screen? Don't do it or the audience will show you the door.”

Mahesh Manjrekar introduces Shiv Thakre. Mahesh says, "In a show like MTV Roadies where people from all over India participate, a boy from Amravati made his place." Shiv performs on Hrithik Roshan's song, “Main Aisa Kyon Hoon”.

Shivani Surve enters the Bigg Boss Marathi Season 2 house. It seems like the women are ganging up and excluding the two men in the house. Abhijeet Bichukal reacts to it already, but not in a serious way.

Mahesh Manjrekar is happy that Shivani Surve didn't take help from Megha Dhade and has a fresh approach to the Bigg Boss Marathi 2 house.

Shivani Surve says, “I haven't really called Megha to understand her strategies. The situation in the house was different when she was here in the first season. And things are going to be different when I will be inside. So, I haven't taken any tips.”

Megha Dhade says, "Staying in this house is not easy, but you just have to do your tasks well. You won't get coffee and green tea there. My trophy needs a partner. You are my best friend and I really want you to get my trophy a partner."

Shivani Surve says, “I don't know what I am like, but people always think I am snooty and they don't talk to me. But I think I am not too bad. My parents will miss me the most. And my best friend Megha Dhade will miss me too. I used to watch her on BB Marathi season one.”

Mahesh Manjrekar asks Shivani Surve to be strong. He says, “Here you can't act. You need to have an attitude. Will you do that? I want you to play the lead role here. Be strong.”

Shivani Surve says, “I am very excited to be on Marathi Bigg Boss. I was waiting for film offers, but it took longer than I thought it would.”

Actor Shivani Surve enters Bigg Boss Marathi Season 2. She dances on Bollywood songs.

The ladies gang up and start gossiping. Most of these women are not liking Abhijeet Bichukal.

Vaishali Mhade says, "6 is a lucky number for me. It was my number for both my singing reality shows, and I have won. And I am keeping my fingers crossed here."

Abhijeet Bichukale doesn't leave Vaishali Mhade's hand after a handshake and all the contestants gave him a look

Vaishali Mhade enters the Bigg Boss Marathi Season 2 house and everybody is very happy seeing her, especially Neha Shitole.

Talking to Mahesh Manjrekar, Vaishali Mhade, "From the time I was a small girl, I have seen my father work hard and we hardly got to see him. I have not got the love of my father. And I see my father in you today, and I want to hug you."

Vaishali Mhade and her daughter Aastha sing a duet song “Tera Mujhse Hai Pehle Ka Naata Koi”

Vaishali's daughter Aastha says, “Don't worry mom. I won't miss you all these days as I will see you on screen. You just go and win.”

Vaishali's daughter Aastha is on the stage. Vaishali says, "I have only left her in the morning and come here. And now on seeing her, I already feel it has been so long that I saw her."

Vaishali Mhade says, “My life's centre is my daughter. I am going to miss her a lot. I feel proud of my daughter and myself. When I was still breast feeding my baby daughter, I had to leave her at my neighbour's house and leave for work. My daughter has grown up seeing me work hard and today also she has been very supportive."

Vaishali Mhade says, “Everyone from Maharashtra has showered their love on me and have loved my music. It humbles me. And I want to live with all the participants in harmony." Mahesh Manjrekar remarks, "You have to make sure that you leave others behind and succeed in the house." Vaishali replies, "I am a farmer's daughter. I worked hard even when I stared my singing career. So, I have to keep doing my thing and not worry about the results."

Neha Shitole already starts bitching about Abhijeet Bichukale. She tells Vaishali Mhade and Veena Jagtap that thank god they came, so she could avoid talking to Abhijeet.

Host Mahesh Manjrekar introduces Vaishali Mhade. Mahesh says, "She is one of the most successful singers we have. She has been singing for Hindi and Marathi movies." Vaishali sings "Pinga" and other songs.

Veena Jagtap asks Kishori Shahane Vij how she should address her and doesn't want to call her 'taai' (big sister) because everybody calls her that. Kishori asks all of them to call her Kishori only.

Veena Jagtap requests Mahesh Manjrekar if she can make one last call before giving her phone away. Initially, Veena did not want to be a part of the show as she had a busy schedule.

Mahesh Manjrekar says, “Just how people had loved you as Radha, people will love you as your actual self too. Play fair in the house. Don't take everything to heart and enjoy the time in the house.”

Mahesh Manjrekar welcomes Veena Jagtap into Bigg Boss Marathi Season 2.

Talking to the other housemates, Abhijeet Bichukale says, "I am so glad that we have started our stay in this house on such a good way. I hope we remain warm and cordial.”

Abhijeet Bichukale says, “I don't feel hungry at all as I fast on Navratri days, Thursdays, Tuesdays and on other special days. So, I fast more than I eat.”

Abhijeet Bichukale requests Mahesh Manjrekar to join his party. Abhijeet Bichukale says, “You are a very charismatic person. Why don't you join my party for next elections?"

Abhijeet Bichukale is an Amitabh Bachchan fan, and has the dialogue from Shahenshah as his caller tune. To hear that, Mahesh Manjrekar asks someone to call Abhijeet.

Abhijeet Bichukale says, “I was a law student, but I dropped out. I am a poet and with my poetry I want to bring in some change. With every thing I do, I want to bring in a change.”

Mahesh Manjrekar says, “This is a guy who has been in politics for the last 25 years. He wanted to be an abhineta and ended up becoming a neta.”

Abhijeet Bichukale says, “If I make a commitment once, I don't care about anything or anyone else.”