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Meet Bigg Boss Season 14 contestants
Updated: October 4, 2020 7:42:13 am- 1 / 12
Salman Khan-hosted Bigg Boss 14 will see 11 celebrities as contestants while three former champions - Hina Khan, Sidharth Shukla and Gauahar Khan will also join them as special guests. They will be in the house for 14-days, and have special powers in the game that would seal the fate of the contestants. Given the pandemic, these celebrities were put under quarantine before they entered the show. And as a way to keep them happy, makers have introduced pre-lockdown experiences like shopping at a mall, theater, restaurant and spa.
Like previous seasons, Bigg Boss 14 is also highly dominated by television faces. So here's the final list of contestants that will be seen on the show. (Photo: PR handout)- 2 / 12
Rubina Dilaik: The first contestant on the list is television's favourite 'Chotti Bahu' Rubina Dilaik. The actor has so far steered away from reality shows, and thus it would be exciting for fans to see how she fares on Bigg Boss. Dilaik has always been quite private about her life. And to the surprise of the world, she has entered the show with her husband Abhinav Shukla. It will be thus interesting to see what the two have in store for fans. Dilaik was last seen in Shakti - Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki on Colors. Quite a stunner in real life, we are also excited to see her many looks on the show. (Photo: PR handout)
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Abhinav Shukla: Last seen in Silsila Badalte Rishton Ka, Abhinav Shukla has been a popular face on television. Having joined his wife on the show, the two together could be tough competition for all. However, competing with each other will definitely be quite hard for them. Abhinav Shukla is an active camper and has even been part of Survivor India. It will thus be interesting to see if those experiences help him survive in Bigg Boss or not. (Photo: PR handout)
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Nishant Singh Malkani: Nishant Singh Malkani surprised everyone when he took up Guddan Tumse Na Ho Payega, a show which had him play a father of three grown-up men. While that eventually turned out to be a twist, his character AJ and the show became a favourite among fans. Added to that, his chemistry with Guddan was much loved. However, the show recently took a leap, and Malkani's character was eased out of the show. Therefore his presence on Bigg Boss will be a treat for fans as they would be able to watch him again on screen. (Photo: PR handout)
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Jasmin Bhasin: After facing her fears in two seasons of Khatron Ke Khiladi, Jasmin Bhasin has taken up a bigger challenge - Bigg Boss. With a childlike personality, it could be difficult for Bhasin to survive in the house. However, she has never failed to surprise, and we can't wait to see what she has to offer in Bigg Boss. The actor had visited good friend Sidharth Shukla last year on Bigg Boss as a guest, and we are sure he must have given her many tips to ace the game. Bhasin had recently starred in Naagin 4 and also, comedy show Funhit Mein Jaari. (Photo: PR handout)
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Eijaz Khan: A self-proclaimed loner, Eijaz Khan has entered the Bigg Boss 14 house. How he manages to live with strangers will be a challenge for him, but entertaining for the audience. The actor, who is also a trained dancer, has been part of shows like Laut Aao Trisha, Kavyanjali, Balika Vadhu, Jaana Na Dil Se Door, Tenali Rama, Tara from Satara and more recently Bepanah Pyaar. Khan has also done noteworthy characters in Tanu Weds Manu, Tanu Weds Manu Returns, Zilla Ghaziabad among others. (Photo: PR handout)
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Pavitra Punia: The actor is an ex-Splitsvillan, and knows her way in a reality show. Pavitra Punia also dated last season's finalist Paras Chabra once, and was said to enter the show last year. She is known for her bold and no-filter personality. In her previous show, Punia was even accused by co-contestants of being foul-mouthed. Whether we see the same Pavitra or a changed Pavitra in Bigg Boss 14, we will find out soon. (Photo: PR handout)
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Rahul Vaidya: Indian Idol Season 1 fame Rahul Vaidya has entered Bigg Boss 14 house. Touted as the next Sonu Nigam, Vaidya had been busy performing live gigs and creating independent music all these years. Since it's been many years that we have seen him on television, the nostalgia factor will definitely work for him. Also, not much is known about him and his life post Indian Idol, so there's also a lot of curiousity around it. (Photo: PR handout)
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Jaan Kumar Sanu: The young singer created history by becoming the first contestant to be revealed by the makers before the premiere. At the digital press conference, host Salman Khan introduced Jaan, and last season's winner Sidharth Shukla also gave him many tips. The youngest son of popular playback singer Kumar Sanu, Jaan revealed that while he is quite a calm person, he wouldn't hold back if he is provoked. He also shared that he will entertain the audience with his musical personality. (Photo: PR handout)
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Sara Gurpal: After Shehnaaz Gill and Himanshi Khurana's massive popularity, doors for Punjabis have opened on Bigg Boss. A popular model, Sara Gurpal has also starred in several Punjabi music videos. A fun and easy-going person, by her own admission, Sara should have a smooth journey in the show. However, the game could backfire if she tries to pretend or repeat a Shehnaaz Gill in the house. Gurpal is also a fashion designer, and hence we can expect her to make some style statements too. Born in Haryana, the actor has also starred in films like Dangar Doctor Jelly and Manje Bistre and was part of TV show Heer Ranjha,' which she quit after signing Bigg Boss 14. (Photo: PR handout)
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Nikki Tamboli: The 23-year-old is a popular face in the Tamil and Telugu film industry. Nikki Tamboli was born and brought up in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. She made her acting debut with Telugu film Chikati Gadilo Chithakotudu. She has also been part of films like Kanchana 3, Chikati Gadilo Chithakotudu and Thippara Meesam. Given the Hindi television watching audience doesn't know much about her, the game could go either way for her. She might gain fans or lose the competition to the other popular names in the show. (Photo: PR handout)
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Shehzad Deol: After emerging as a finalist in Ace of Space, Shehzad Deol has entered another captive reality show. The Punjabi model had an impressive journey on the MTV show, and was also loved by fans. Given his experience, surviving in the game shouldn't be tough for him. One of the very few 'turbaned' celebs in the industry, Shehzad promises to add more glamour to the show. (Photo: PR handout)
Who among these celebrities are you rooting for?