Jump to: Introduction • Bigg Boss 19 Release Date & Time • Season 19 Theme • House Highlights • Contestants (Socials & News) • Fans’ Choice Entry • Voting Guide • Previous Seasons Recap • FAQ
Introduction to Bigg Boss 19
Bigg Boss 19 returns in 2025 with a bigger, sharper format. The show locks celebrities and creators inside a camera-packed house where they face tasks, nominations and public voting. Below you’ll find the Bigg Boss 19 release date, exact time, where to watch on JioHotstar and Colors TV, full contestants list with social links, and the new Fans’ Choice entry.
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Bigg Boss 19 Release Date & Time (JioHotstar/Colors TV)
- OTT Premiere: JioHotstar — Sunday, 24 August 2025 at 9:00 PM IST
- TV Broadcast: Colors TV — Sunday, 24 August 2025 at 10:30 PM IST
- Host: Salman Khan
Sources: India Today, IndiaTimes
What’s New in Season 19: “Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar”
The house splits into a Ruling Party and an Opposition. Contestants pitch agendas, debate in an Assembly Room, and win powers via tasks—expect shifting alliances and weekly power flips.
Inside the Bigg Boss 19 House
- Powerhouse Kitchen: Budget, ration and task privileges are negotiated here.
- Assembly Room: Set for motions, debates and surprise bills.
- Secret Corners: Strategy spots that can change the game.
Meet the Contestants (with Social Profiles & Reference News)
- Gaurav Khanna — Instagram • TOI promo
- Ashnoor Kaur — Instagram • LiveMint
- Awez Darbar — Instagram • TOI
- Nagma Mirajkar — Instagram
- Baseer Ali — Instagram
- Hunar Hali — Instagram
- Payal Dhare (Payal Gaming) — Instagram • LiveMint
- Zeeshan (Zeishan) Quadri — Instagram • IndiaTimes list
- Abhishek Bajaj — Instagram
- Shafaq Naaz — Instagram
- Amaal Mallik — Instagram • TOI reveal
Fans’ Choice Entry: Mridul Tiwari vs Shehbaz Badesha
For the first time, a full-time housemate is selected via a public face-off. Vote between Mridul Tiwari and Shehbaz Badesha to decide who enters as the final participant.
- Mridul Tiwari — Instagram
- Shehbaz Badesha — Instagram
- Voting platform: JioHotstar app (Fans’ Choice poll)
- Reference: IndiaTimes voting guide
Bigg Boss 19 Controversies & Fan Buzz
No season of Bigg Boss comes without controversies, and Season 19 has already created buzz before its premiere. Social media discussions suggest:
- Gaurav Khanna’s entry sparked heated debate, with fans already calling him a “sure-shot winner” even before the show began.
- Fans’ Choice face-off between Mridul Tiwari and Shehbaz Badesha has divided viewers, with both sides trending hashtags on X (Twitter).
- Wildcard rumors like international celebrities (including Mike Tyson’s name being speculated) have added to controversy and curiosity.
While these are largely fan-driven discussions and speculations, they highlight how Bigg Boss 19 continues to stay in the spotlight well beyond the house walls.
Voting & Audience Power
- App Voting: Vote during weekly nomination windows on JioHotstar.
- Twists: Captaincy perks, double evictions, secret rooms and return tickets may appear.
Previous Seasons Recap: What We Learned
- Adaptability wins: Players who pivot fast outlast big egos.
- Authenticity matters: The audience rewards real connections.
- Twists flip arcs: Wildcards and secret rooms change trajectories.
Bigg Boss 19 FAQ
Q1. When does Bigg Boss 19 start?
A. It premieres on 24 August 2025 — JioHotstar at 9:00 PM IST and Colors TV at 10:30 PM IST.
Q2. Who is hosting?
A. Salman Khan returns as host.
Q3. How can I vote?
A. Use the JioHotstar app for weekly nominations and special polls (e.g., the Fans’ Choice entry).
Q4. Will there be wildcards?
A. Yes — expect surprise entries and power cards to keep the drama high.
Q5. Where can I watch Bigg Boss 19 online?
A. Watch every episode first on JioHotstar at 9 PM IST, followed by Colors TV at 10:30 PM IST.
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