India’s most popular reality show Bigg Boss is heading into its 19th season after the success of 18 previous ones, and updates about the potential contestants continue to emerge.
Reports suggest that this season, starting on August 30, could be the longest yet, expected to run for five months. There were also speculations that the show might be shut down or shifted to another channel due to issues between the production house and the current broadcaster. However, things have now been resolved, and preparations are in full swing.
Several popular TV and Bollywood celebrities have reportedly been approached for this season. Interestingly, an interactive robot-doll named Habubo from the UAE may also join the Bigg Boss house as a contestant.
Amidst all this, rumors are circulating that another actress from the drama serial Sasural Simar Ka may become part of the show.
That actress is none other than Meera Deosthale, who has also starred in shows like Gud Se Meetha Ishq and Kuch Reet Jagat Ki Aisi Hai. She is also a recipient of the Gold Award.
If this news turns out to be true, she would be the second actress from Sasural Simar Ka to join Bigg Boss after Dipika Kakar.
While the rumors were still circulating, Meera Deosthale herself responded to the speculations about her joining the show.
In a special conversation with Indian media, Meera Deosthale denied the rumors of joining Bigg Boss 19. She clarified that she has not had any discussions or made any agreements with the show’s team.
It’s worth mentioning that similar false news previously circulated about actor Ram Kapoor’s participation in the show.
As for this season’s host, reports suggest that Salman Khan will host the show only for the first three months and will return directly for the finale. During the middle months, Anil Kapoor, Karan Johar, or Farah Khan may take over hosting duties, but nothing has been confirmed yet.
It has also been revealed that this season will follow a hybrid format—combining digital and TV broadcasting. Episodes will first be aired on JioCinema, and then around 90 minutes later, they will be shown on Colors TV.
The list of potential contestants for Bigg Boss 19 includes actors Gautami Kapoor, Dheeraj Dhoopar, Aalisha Panwar, Khushi Dubey, and Gaurav Khanna, as well as social media influencers like Gaurav Taneja (Flying Beast), Mr. Faisu, Apoorva Makhija, and Purav Jha.
Other possible participants include Dhanashree Verma, Arishfa Khan, Mickey Makeover, and Shreeram Chandra.