Bigg Boss 19: Is Mike Tyson joining Gaurav Khanna, Amaal Mallik and more on Salman Khan show? New house and OTT details

The wait is finally over for Bigg Boss fans. The reality show, known for its high-voltage drama and unexpected twists, is returning for its 19th season on August 24, 2025. As always, Bollywood superstar Salman Khan will be back as the host, promising another rollercoaster season of entertainment. Bigg Boss 19 introduces an all-new theme titled "Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar" (The Housemates’ Government), where the house will function like a mini government.

Bigg Boss 19 contestants and new house

In a first for the franchise, the housemates will be divided into Ruling Party and Opposition factions. From governance-style decision-making to debates and power shift (satta badal) challenges, the popular reality TV show Bigg Boss 19 will test contestants’ leadership, strategy, and influence. Every task and decision will come with real consequences, impacting alliances and rivalries.

The countdown has officially begun! With the launch scheduled for Sunday, August 24, the makers are stepping up their promotional game. In a clever move to fuel curiosity, they’ve dropped blurred teaser videos featuring four contestants. Although the faces remain partially hidden, fans online are already dissecting the clips, sharing their guesses and theories about who might be entering the house.


Some of the most talked-about names include:

• Gaurav Khanna – The Anupamaa actor, reportedly the highest-paid contestant this season
• Ashnoor Kaur – TV star and youth icon
• Awez Darbar & Nagma Mirajkar – Popular social media influencers
• Baseer Ali – Known for his stints in reality TV
• Siwet Tomar, Hunar Hali, Payal Dhare (Payal Gaming), Zeeshan Quadri, Abhishek Bajaj, and Shafaq Naaz

In addition, viewers have the chance to influence the final contestant lineup through Fans Ka Faisla, a live voting segment on JioHotstar. Each user can cast up to 99 votes via the app.

When and where to watch on OTT?

The show will premiere on August 24 at 9:00 PM IST on JioHotstar, followed by a television broadcast at 10:30 PM IST on Colors TV. Daily episodes will continue on both platforms, with exclusive content available for digital viewers.

Adding to this, there are reports of international wildcard entries. Rumors suggest that boxing legend Mike Tyson is in talks to appear on the show for a week in October. Other names doing the rounds include WWE’s The Undertaker and Indian lawyer Ali Kaashif Khan.

Stay tuned for more updates!