Bigg Boss 19 to Premiere on 30th August; Salman Khan to Host First Three Months.
The countdown has begun for Bigg Boss 19, premiering on 30th August. Fans are excited for the digital-first season, with Salman Khan returning as host for the initial three months before guest hosts like Farah Khan, Karan Johar, or Anil Kapoor possibly take over.
Salman Khan’s Mega Pay
Salman is reportedly set to earn Rs 120–150 crore for hosting the 15-week season, roughly Rs 8–10 crore per weekend. While this season has a slightly smaller budget than past editions, his fee reflects his star power and the OTT-first approach.
For comparison:
Bigg Boss OTT 2 – Rs 96 crore
Bigg Boss 18 – Rs 250 crore
Bigg Boss 17 – Rs 200 crore
Digital-First Format
Bigg Boss 19 will stream first on Jio Hotstar, followed by a Colors TV telecast after about 90 minutes. The promo, released on 21st July, carries a political theme, kicking off the show’s digital marketing push.
Rumoured Contestants
While the official lineup is awaited, rumored participants include Gautami Kapoor, Dheeraj Dhoopar, Alisha Panwar, Khushi Dubey, Gaurav Taneja, Mr Faisu, Apoorva Mukhija, and others, promising high-voltage drama for fans.
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