While Bigg Boss 18 had Vivian Dsena, Bigg Boss 19 grand premiere has introduced us to TV's new 'favourite beta' aka Anupamaa actor Gaurav Khanna's entry on Salman Khan's show.

Last Updated: 01.26 PM, Aug 23, 2025
Gaurav Khanna, touted to be a part of Bigg Boss 19, is the latest to be unveiled by the makers. The TV actor's entry on the reality show was teased. Although his face was blurred, his voice was a big giveaway about the upcoming contestant.
Bigg Boss 19 makers teased Anupamaa-fame actor Gaurav Khanna's entry on the reality show. He said, "Audience ka favourite beta," in his typical voice. This was followed by his entry on the song, Na Jaane Kahan Se Aaya Hai.
Bigg Boss 19 makers also gave us the first glimpse of the first contestant. Salman introduced him with a short clip, and everybody was prompt to guess that it was Awez Darbar. Is it him though? We'll know soon.
Bigg Boss 19 has introduced a new room called the ‘Assembly Room.’ Salman Khan, who will host the season for three months, introduced the theme of the show – Democracy aka Politics. The promos have promised that things would be more challenging, since the contestants would have to fight for the basics this time around. They are likely to be divided into two teams, who will decide the ultimate leader aka the Captain of the House.
Salman Khan-hosted Bigg Boss 19 will be out on JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium. The reality show's grand premiere takes place tomorrow i.e. on Sunday, August 24. The episode will stream on the OTT platform(s) at 9 pm. This will be followed by the TV version airing at 10.30 pm.
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.