Bigg Boss 19: Release date, time, contestants, OTT platform, theme, and more about Salman Khan's show

Bigg Boss 19: From grand premiere details, streaming time to theme and contestants, here's everything you need to know about the Salman Khan-hosted show.

Bigg Boss 19

Bigg Boss 19 is all set to make its grand premiere on August 24. Salman Khan is returning as the host of the show. Fans of Bigg Boss can't wait for the show to kick off, as this time the theme is quite different. Contestants can make their decisions, but every decision comes with a consequence. From grand premiere details, streaming time to theme and contestants, here's everything you need to know about the Salman Khan-hosted show.

Bigg Boss 19 grand premiere

The makers of Bigg Boss 19 announced that the grand premiere is scheduled for August 24. You can watch it on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) from 9 PM and on Colors TV from 10:30 PM. "Jahaan hum saath-saath hote hai, toh aur bhi zyaada dhaant hote hai. Isliye Bigg Boss family ke saath hi dekhiyega please (Where we are together, there’s even more drama and reprimands. So, make sure to watch Bigg Boss with the family, please)," Salman said in the promo. Meanwhile, Bigg Boss 19 trailer has already created a buzz, hinting at a unique game plan.

Bigg Boss 19 theme

Bigg Boss 19's theme, Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar (The Residents' Government), centres around a democratic twist where not Bigg Boss, but the housemates make important decisions, encouraging debate, alliances, and conflict.

Inspired by the Indian Parliament, this season introduces an assembly room for acts and bills, which places power in the hands of the contestants and turns the room into a battleground of opinions and power dynamics. This theme promises more freedom, responsibility, and unexpected drama, as the power shift creates a sense of responsibility, meaning that housemates must suffer the consequences of their own decisions.

Viewers can watch Bigg Boss 19 on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) at 9 PM and Colors TV at 10:30 PM, with interactive features like live chats, voting, and contests.

Bigg Boss 19 contestants

The probable contestants of Bigg Boss 19 are:

Ashnoor Kaur

Amaal Malik

Gaurav Khanna

Vahbbiz Dorabjee

Dheeraj Dhoopar

Shehbaz Badesha

Mridul Tiwari

Payal Gamingg

Natalia Poland

Awez Darbar

Nagma Mirajkar

Zeeshan Qadri

Baseer Ali

Nehal Chudasama

Abhishek Bajaj

Tanya Mittal

Atul Kishan

Kunicka Sadanand

Neelam Giri

Bigg Boss 19 voting

The Fans Ka Faisla poll allowed viewers to decide between Mridul Tiwari and Shehbaz Badesha until 21 August (11:59 pm IST). Each user could cast up to 99 votes via the JioHotstar app.

Meanwhile, according to reports, international celebrities might join the Bigg Boss 19 house. Reports suggest that legendary boxer Mike Tyson is in talks to join as a wildcard contestant for a week in October. WWE’s Undertaker, Ali Kaashif Khan, is also rumored to be joining the show.

Also Read: Bigg Boss 19 grand premiere OTT release date: Here's when and where you can stream opening night of Salman Khan's reality show

Bigg Boss 19 begins on August 24. Viewers can watch it on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) at 9 PM and Colors TV at 10:30 PM.

FAQs:

Q: When does Bigg Boss 19 premiere?

A: Bigg Boss 19 will premiere on August 24, 2025, at 9 PM on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) and 10:30 PM on COLORS TV.

Q: What is the theme of Bigg Boss 19?

A: The theme of Bigg Boss 19 is ‘Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar’, where contestants get the power to make decisions in the house, turning it into a mini Parliament-style battleground.

Q: Who is hosting Bigg Boss 19?

A: Salman Khan is returning as the host for Bigg Boss 19 bringing his signature humor, wit, and authoritative style.

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