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Bigg Boss 20 Contestants: Confirmed, Fan-Vote and Rumoured Names Ahead of Premiere
Salman Khan returns as host for Bigg Boss 20 on September 6. Here is the latest reported list of contestants, including confirmed names, fan-vote contenders and celebrities linked to the season.
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Bigg Boss 20: The countdown to the 20th season of India’s popular reality show has reached its final stage. Salman Khan is returning as host, with the new season scheduled to premiere on September 6, 2026.
Ahead of the launch, several television actors, digital creators, musicians, reality-show personalities and sports figures have been linked to the show.
While some names have been reported as confirmed, several others remain rumoured or under consideration. The makers have not officially confirmed every celebrity whose name has surfaced ahead of the premiere.
Here is a breakdown of the reported lineup.
Bigg Boss 20: Reported Confirmed Contestants
Mahhi Vij
Television actor Mahhi Vij is among the names reported to be confirmed for Bigg Boss 20. She is known for shows including Balika Vadhu and Laagi Tujhse Lagan.
With considerable experience in television, her entry could bring a familiar face to the Bigg Boss house.
Arshifa Khan
Former child actor and social media personality Arshifa Khan is another reported confirmed contestant.
She began her career as a child performer and later developed a significant presence on social media.
Kanika Mann
Kanika Mann, known for Guddan Tumse Na Ho Payega, is reportedly joining the new season.
She has also participated in Khatron Ke Khiladi, giving her previous experience with reality television.
Kushal Tanwar aka Gullu
Reality-show personality Kushal Tanwar, popularly known as Gullu, has reportedly been selected for Bigg Boss 20.
He has previously appeared on shows such as MTV Roadies and Splitsvilla.
Isha Rikhi
Punjabi actor Isha Rikhi is among the reported confirmed contestants.
She has appeared in Punjabi productions including Happy Go Lucky, What the Jatt and Nawabzaade.
Qazi Touqeer
Singer and reality-TV personality Qazi Touqeer is also reportedly entering the house.
He became widely known after winning Fame Gurukul in 2005 and is now set to return to the reality-show space, according to reports.
Fan-Vote Contestants
The new season is also expected to feature a fan-voting component involving two contenders competing for a place as a confirmed contestant.
Rhiya Ahir
Rhiya Ahir, a model, actor and entrepreneur, has been introduced as one of the contenders in the fan-vote category.
She gained attention after a video involving her and a police vehicle during the 2026 Mumbai protests over the NEET paper leak went viral on social media.
Love Gill
Punjabi actor and model Lovepreet Kaur, popularly known as Love Gill, is the other reported fan-vote contender.
Her credits include Punjabi television and film projects such as Tu Patang Main Dor and Kudiyan Jawan Bapu Pareshan.
The outcome of the fan-vote process will determine which contender gets the reported opportunity to enter the main Bigg Boss setup.
Bigg Boss 20: Rumoured Contestants
A much longer list of celebrities has been linked to the upcoming season. However, these names should be treated as unconfirmed unless officially announced by the makers.
Nitish Rajput
YouTuber and educator Nitish Rajput has reportedly been approached for Bigg Boss 20. He is known for videos dealing with social, historical and topical subjects.
Rhiti Tiwari
Rhiti Tiwari, daughter of actor and politician Manoj Tiwari, has reportedly been considered for the show.
She is a singer, songwriter and composer and could bring a musical background to the reality series.
Karan Wahi
Television actor and host Karan Wahi is another prominent name linked to the season.
He is currently associated with Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 and has been a familiar television personality for years.
Uditi Singh
Uditi Singh, who was previously reported to have been in a relationship with Karan Wahi, has also been mentioned as a possible contestant.
If both names enter the house, their reported history could become an additional talking point during the season.
Faisal Khan
Actor Faisal Khan, brother of Aamir Khan, has also been linked to Bigg Boss 20.
He has appeared in films including Mela and Dhobi Ghat.
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Geeta Basra
Actor Geeta Basra is another name associated with the season in reports.
She reduced her screen presence after marrying former cricketer Harbhajan Singh and could potentially return to the entertainment spotlight through Bigg Boss.
Amrapali Dubey
Popular Bhojpuri actor Amrapali Dubey has reportedly been considered for the reality show.
Her possible participation would add a prominent regional entertainment personality to the lineup.
Santy Sharma aka Ganesh Sharma
Rapper Santy Sharma, also known as Ganesh Sharma, has been linked to Bigg Boss 20.
He has previously attracted attention for comments concerning reservation reform and student-related issues.
Mary Kom
Olympic medallist and six-time world champion boxer Mary Kom has also reportedly been approached for the show.
However, her participation remains unconfirmed.
Rajat Bedi
Actor Rajat Bedi, who recently returned to attention with The Bads of Bollywood*, has reportedly been linked to the season.
Despite reports describing him as confirmed, an official announcement from the makers had not been provided in the supplied information.
Mouni Roy
Television and film actor Mouni Roy has been among the more prominent names associated with Bigg Boss 20.
Reports have suggested that she was approached, although her participation remains unconfirmed.
Showik Chakraborty
Showik Chakraborty, brother of actor Rhea Chakraborty, has also been mentioned in reports about possible Bigg Boss 20 participants.
Yung DSA
Rapper and digital personality Yung DSA, also known as Yeda Yung, is another name reportedly under consideration.
Rohed Khan
Actor Rohed Khan, who was recently seen in Sarzameen, has also emerged as a possible contestant.
Khushi Dubey
Television actor Khushi Dubey has reportedly been linked to the upcoming season.
Aman Gandhi
TV actor Aman Gandhi, known for playing Rithik Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, has reportedly been approached.
His participation has not been officially confirmed in the supplied information.
Aasif Khan
Actor Aasif Khan, known for his work in Panchayat, has also been mentioned among the possible contestants.
Anjali Arora
Lock Upp fame Anjali Arora is another personality reportedly being considered for the show.
Parth Samthaan
Television actor Parth Samthaan, best known for Kaisi Yeh Yaariaan, has also been linked to Bigg Boss 20.
Niti Taylor
Another Kaisi Yeh Yaariaan actor, Niti Taylor, has reportedly emerged as a possible contestant.
Deepika Singh
Television actor Deepika Singh has also been named among the personalities reportedly being considered for the season.
Yukti Kapoor
Actor Yukti Kapoor is another television name linked to Bigg Boss 20 in reports.
Pranali Rathod
Television actor Pranali Rathod has also reportedly been considered for the new season.
Sunil Pal
Comedian Sunil Pal is among the other names that have surfaced in reports ahead of the premiere.
Bigg Boss 20 Premiere Date and Timing
Bigg Boss 20 will premiere on September 6, 2026, with Salman Khan returning as the host.
According to the supplied details:
- JioHotstar: 9:00 PM
- Colors TV: 10:30 PM
- Host: Salman Khan
- Premiere: September 6, 2026
Will Bigg Boss 20 Have Two Houses?
One of the reported twists for the landmark season is a possible two-house format.
Reports suggest that contestants eliminated from the main house could potentially receive another opportunity to return to the game through a second house.
However, details of the format and how the return mechanism will work are yet to be officially established in the supplied information.
Bigg Boss 20 Contestants: At a Glance
| Category | Reported Names |
|---|---|
| Confirmed | Mahhi Vij, Arshifa Khan, Kanika Mann, Kushal Tanwar (Gullu), Isha Rikhi, Qazi Touqeer |
| Fan-Vote Contenders | Rhiya Ahir, Love Gill |
| Rumoured | Nitish Rajput, Rhiti Tiwari, Karan Wahi, Uditi Singh, Faisal Khan, Geeta Basra, Amrapali Dubey, Santy Sharma, Mary Kom, Rajat Bedi, Mouni Roy, Showik Chakraborty, Yung DSA, Rohed Khan, Khushi Dubey, Aman Gandhi, Aasif Khan, Anjali Arora, Parth Samthaan, Niti Taylor, Deepika Singh, Yukti Kapoor, Pranali Rathod, Sunil Pal |
Contestant status is based on the supplied reports. Names described as rumoured should not be treated as officially confirmed unless announced by the show’s makers.
FAQ
When does Bigg Boss 20 start?
Bigg Boss 20 is scheduled to premiere on September 6, 2026.
Who is hosting Bigg Boss 20?
Salman Khan is returning as the host of Bigg Boss 20.
Where can I watch Bigg Boss 20?
The show is scheduled to stream on JioHotstar at 9 pm and air on Colors TV at 10:30 pm, according to the supplied information.
Who are the reported confirmed Bigg Boss 20 contestants?
The reported confirmed names include Mahhi Vij, Arshifa Khan, Kanika Mann, Kushal Tanwar (Gullu), Isha Rikhi and Qazi Touqeer.
Who are the fan-vote contenders?
Rhiya Ahir and Love Gill have been identified as the two reported contenders in the fan-voting category.
Is Karan Wahi confirmed for Bigg Boss 20?
Karan Wahi has been linked to the show in reports, but his participation should be treated as unconfirmed based on the supplied information.
Is Mary Kom entering Bigg Boss 20?
Mary Kom has reportedly been approached for the show, but her participation remains unconfirmed.
Will Bigg Boss 20 have two houses?
A two-house format has been reported, with a possible mechanism allowing evicted contestants another chance to return. The exact format remains subject to official confirmation.
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