Bigg Boss 19 Contestants Shortlisted: Over 20 Celebs in Talks, To Launch On OTT From This DATE

The reality TV juggernaut is back-Bigg Boss 19 is set to premiere on August 29 and 30, kicking off what's expected to be the longest season in the show's history. This year, Bigg Boss 19 will follow a new format and hosting structure, with Salman Khan leading the opening weeks but not staying on as the full-season host.

According to a report by SCREEN, the new season will run for five months and take a digital-first approach. Episodes will stream first on JioCinema, with a delayed telecast on Colors TV approximately 90 minutes later.

Bigg Boss 19 Format and Hosting Shake-Up

Salman Khan will anchor Bigg Boss 19 for the first three months, after which other well-known personalities may take over hosting duties. Farah Khan, Karan Johar, and Anil Kapoor are among the names being considered. The show's core team is still finalising whether to appoint a single replacement or rotate hosts every two weeks. Salman is expected to return for the grand finale of Bigg Boss 19.

Bigg Boss 19 Contestants: Celebrities and Influencers in Talks

Preparations for Bigg Boss 19 are in full swing, with auditions underway and contracts being drafted. The makers are targeting 15 initial contestants, followed by 3-5 wild card entries later in the season.

While the official list is under wraps, reports suggest several names being considered for Bigg Boss 19, including:

Lataa Saberwal, Ashish Vidyarthi, Ram Kapoor, Gautami Kapoor

Dheeraj Dhoopar, Munmun Dutta, Alisha Panwar, Anita Hassanandani

Gaurav Taneja, Khushi Dubey, Apoorva Mukhija, Chinki Minki, Mr Faisu

Raj Kundra, Daisy Shah, Tanushree Dutta, Sharad Malhotra, Paras Kalnawat

These names have not been officially confirmed. The final list of Bigg Boss 19 contestants will be released closer to the premiere date.

Bigg Boss 19 First Look and Promo

The official promo and first look for Bigg Boss 19 are expected by late July. Fans can anticipate an all-new theme, a redesigned house, and fresh twists that aim to redefine the Bigg Boss experience in its 19th edition.

For accurate updates, viewers are advised to follow JioCinema, Colors TV, and the show's verified social media handles.