Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6 Premiere, Contestants Updates: Raqesh Bapat, Sonali Raut, Deepali Bhosale enter Riteish Deshmukh show

The 16th and 17th contestant to enter Riteish Deshmukh-hosted show Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6 are hair stylist Omkar Raut and actor Vishaal Kotian. They both choose door of hard work.

The 14th contestant to enter Riteish Deshmukh-hosted show Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6 is politician Divya Sunil Shinde. Divya talks about women empowerment and chooses door of hard work.

Raqesh Bapat says, “Bigg Boss Marathi was a big surprise for me. I want to see how I perform on the show. I wanted to do Marathi season for years, but Hindi came first.” His mother wanted him to do Bigg Boss Marathi.

Raqesh eventually chooses the hard work door.

While Ruchita Jamdar chooses the shortcut door, Anushri Mane opts for the hard work door.

Prajakta Shukre says, "I have gotten a big push to come on the show. I am scared of you, but whatever feedback you give, I will not feel bad. I will take your guidance to improve myself."

As Prabhu Shedke and Karan Sonawane are asked to choose a door, both initially opt for the hard work door. However, when they are told they cannot pick the same door, Karan switches and enters through the shortcut door.

Riteish Deshmukh calls Karan Sonawane superstar of social media. He says my confidence has become 100x with content creation. Karan says he can stay in the house for a year and not just 3 months.

Tanvi Kolte and Aayush Sanjeev get into an argument on stage. Later, Aayush chooses the hard work door, while Tanvi opts for the shortcut door. They enter the Bigg Boss Marathi house together.

Sonali Raut says, “People only saw the trailer in Bigg Boss Hindi—this season, they’ll see the full film.” She also hints at a possible love angle on the show. Sonali chooses the shortcut door and takes the power key.

Host Riteish Deshmukh introduces Sachin Kumavat, noting that his YouTube videos have garnered 14 million views. Sachin says he needs this platform to grow his fanbase further, and goes on to sing a song for the host.

Sagar Karande chooses the hard-work door, saying, “What comes fast goes away faster. I’ve built my career through hard work, so I’m choosing the hard-work door.” Before he enters the house, Riteish hands him a bucket and a broom.

The second contestant to enter Riteish Deshmukh-hosted show Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6 is comedian Sagar Karande.

Host Riteish Deshmukh gives a tour of the Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6 house. He also introduces the ulta-pulta room, which is set to flip the game every time contestants make a decision there. The room is expected to be one of the season’s biggest highlights. The main door will open with a power key, and contestants must choose one key that unlocks either of the two doors.

Host Riteish Deshmukh kickstarts Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6 with a performance on “Ehh bidda yeh mera adda”. Riteish says, "We have all been waiting for this, and those who manage to survive the challenges will win hearts." The host reveals Bigg Boss Marathi house has set a world record.

At the press meet of Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6, host Riteish Deshmukh said, "I usually try to guide the contestants, give corrective measures. I am aware of everything that goes on outside. Nowadays, the show just doesn't have viewers on TV, but also on social media, who have their opinions. So their opinions have to be judged and analysed. They judge the host’s actions, too, so being a host for this show comes with its pressures."

Actor-filmmaker Riteish Deshmukh is returning to host Bigg Boss Marathi 6 for the second time. Talking about his strategy this year, the actor said at a press conference, "Last year was my first experience. This year, I am hoping for exciting contestants to come on the show. I am a reactive personality, so based on the actions, I will have reactions. I am also an audience member for the show, but I make sure not to personally react to situations. People often go inside the show thinking about doing what will get them noticed, but the creative team is the smartest, so they have a counter for all strategies. I usually try to guide the contestants and give corrective measures. I am aware of everything that goes on outside. Nowadays, the show just doesn't have viewers on TV, but also on social media, who have their opinions. So their opinions have to be judged and analysed. They judge the host’s actions, too, so being a host for this show comes with its pressures."

Suraj Chavan won Bigg Boss Marathi 5, defeating singer Abhijeet Sawant. He took home a cash prize of ₹14.6 lakh, a jewellery voucher, and an electric scooter.

With less than three hours to go for the season premiere, the makers have shared a house tour video, teasing that every corner comes with a twist that will keep contestants on their toes.

Social media influencer and actor Bhagyashree Madhukar Joil hinted during a house tour that Sonali Raut might indeed participate in the Riteish Deshmukh-hosted show Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6.

Since this season revolves around contestants “opening doors” to their luck, the house for the Riteish Deshmukh-hosted show has been designed around multiple illusions. The vibrant set features a captain’s room, a separate dining area, and a gallery in the garden.