The wait for Bigg Boss 20 is over. Salman Khan is back as the host this season. It started on September 6, 2026.
This new run brings a mixed set of guests. There are celebrities, TV faces, social media stars, singers, and sports personalities. In total, 17 contestants are taking part.
Rhiti Tiwari
Young singer and music producer Rhiti Tiwari is joining Bigg Boss 20. She is the daughter of actor and politician Manoj Tiwari. He lived in the same house years ago. Rhiti has already put out a few of her own songs. Her fans will get to see a calm, creative side of her for the first time on national TV.
Kanika Mann
Television actress Kanika Mann is often linked with her long stint as Guddan. Later, she also showed up in Naagin 7.
She walked into the house with a confident dance routine. Many viewers feel they already know her because of the steady, well-presented look she brings on daily soaps.
Aasif Khan
Aasif Khan has established himself through successful web series like Panchayat, Mirzapur, and Paatal Lok. He has been quite candid in interviews about his earlier days and how he used to take up work as a junior artist. He is all set to step into the Bigg Boss house now. Aasif Khan has made it known that he would like to reveal a completely new side of himself.
Qazi Touqeer
Qazi Touqeer became known long ago. It started when he won a music reality show about twenty years back. Even now, many people connect him with Afghan Jalebi.
After years away from prime-time TV, he is back. His comeback gives this season a feel that brings back older memories.
Isha Rikhi
Punjabi actress and model Isha Rikhi has appeared in films and also in music videos. She has spoken about wanting others to see her for who she is, not for some other name. She said that being inside the house is a way to show her own story.
Amrapali Dubey
Bhojpuri film star Amrapali Dubey is widely known in the industry, thanks to a run of hit films. People follow her from town to town. She has also spent years performing for big groups and keeping audiences engaged.
Rohed Khan
Austrian actor and model Rohed Khan has worked in Hindi movies like Bade Miyan Chote Miyan and Tejas. He brings an outside background and he also takes on action parts. Because of that, he looks different from many other TV faces.
Love Gill
Punjabi actress and model Love Gill earned her spot by winning a public vote. She has appeared in music videos and Punjabi movies. Her look and energy caught people’s eyes as soon as the premiere night began.
Mary Kom
Mary Kom, who won Olympic bronze and six world titles, is the top sports figure of this season. She grew up in a basic farming household in Manipur. Over many years, she built discipline and stamina. People also note how much pride she brings to the sport.
Harsh Machare, also known as Yung DSA
Harsh Machare, who goes by Yung DSA, is a new rapper from Pune. He brings a fast, high-energy hip-hop sound. People have started noticing his music lately. Now that vibe feels fresh in the room.
Tanmay Singh, also known as ScoutOP
Gaming creator Tanmay Singh, who goes by ScoutOP online, has grown a large fan base with esports and YouTube videos. He also carries the competitive drive from games into the reality show format.
Arishfa Khan
Arishfa Khan started out on TV as a child artist. Later, she built a big fan base online and became a well known digital creator and actress. Her early screen work helped her learn fast. Her social media reach also grew at the same time. That is why she stands out among the younger contestants. She is also highly visible to viewers.
Aman Gandhi
Television actor Aman Gandhi has worked on many well known serials. He recently took part in the Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi reboot. On set, he seems relaxed and natural. He brings a lot of years from daily soaps.
Uditi Singh
Uditi Singh is an actress and a model. She has appeared in films and in fashion shoots. In Jaane Jaan, she played the younger version of the main lead character. She also brings a fresh modelling background and a strong on screen presence to the group.
Mahhi Vij
Mahhi Vij built her name on TV. She first gained notice for Laagi Tujhse Lagan, then later showed up in Balika Vadhu. After that, she also joined dance and adventure reality shows. Through those shows, she learned how each format runs.
Gullu
Reality show personality Kushal Tanwar, better known as Gullu, has already lifted trophies from several TV competitions. He has done well on Roadies and Splitsvilla. Now he is set to step into Bigg Boss 20. He is bringing his experience and a solid idea of how these games work, since he has handled similar seasons earlier and still came out on top.
