Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 19 to run for more than 4 months | Check out premiere date and more
Apart from the July 2025 premiere date, a report also mentioned that Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 19 will run for more than 4 months and is expected to end in January 2026.
Last Updated: 01.39 PM, May 24, 2025
Salman Khan is all set to return as the host of Bigg Boss 19. A report mentioned that this time it will break from its usual 3-month format and run for about 5.5 months, making it the longest season in the show's history. Are you excited about Bigg Boss 19? Then read below to know the premiere date of the show.
Bigg Boss 19 to run for 5.5 months
Pinkvilla reported that Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 19 will run for 5.5 months. The show will premiere on July 30, 2025, and continue to go on air until January 2026. Additionally, the superstar will be shooting the promo for Bigg Boss 19 by the end of June 2025.
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More about Bigg Boss 19
Reportedly, Bigg Boss season 19, along with Khatron Ke Khiladi 15, would switch to Sony. Bigg Boss, which used to stream on JioHotstar, will be available on Sony. If the reports are to be believed, the reality shows would be available on SonyLIV via OTTplay Premium.
The source said, “Bigg Boss 19 and Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 are expected to move to Sony Entertainment Television channel from Colors. With Banijay Asia stepping away from producing the shows for Colors, there’s a strong possibility that both shows will find a new home on Sony. Talks are ongoing with the channel.”
Salman Khan to host KBC 17?
As per reports, Amitabh Bachchan has quit Kaun Banega Crorepati as the host and Salman Khan will replace him for Season 17. A report from Bollywood Hungama claimed that Salman is in advanced discussions with the showrunners and if things go as planned, the superstar will be the host.
A source quoted in the report stated, “Salman is the king of the small screen and has a strong connect with the audience in smaller centres. If everything goes well, he could take the show by storm.” Meanwhile, KBC Season 17 is expected to premiere in August 2025, however, an official announcement is still awaited from Sony.