Indian reality TV sensation Bigg Boss 18 is coming back with much more drama and excitement this time to entertain the audiences. Hosted by Bollywood Superstar Salman Khan, the show has been on top of the TRPs for years, so placing it as one of the most-watched reality shows in India. Fans have been eagerly waiting for the new season, with expectations for new faces, exciting tasks, and full bundles of surprises. All the information related to Bigg Boss 18 has finally arrived with the grand premiere date and time and an interesting list of contestants.
Grand Premiere Date and Time
Bigg Boss 18 is all set to premiere with its grand opener on October 15, 2024. The telecast will be live on Colors TV, which happens to be the exclusive channel for the show and will also exclusively stream on JioCinema as viewers get a glimpse of contestants in the house.
The grand premiere will go on the air at 9:00 PM IST, that’s the prime-time slot that the show has been used to enjoy for years. Salman Khan will introduce the contestants and give the audience a first look at the newly designed Bigg Boss house, which is always a major talking point each season.
Bigg Boss 18 Theme and House Design
One of the most exciting things about Bigg Boss is its ever-changing theme. The house for the 18th season will be based on the “Futuristic Galaxy” theme as it builds its exterior elements on outer space and interiors showing high tech. Among the expectations, the advanced gadgets, LED panels, and a sleek modern look of the house tend to transport contestants and viewers into a sci-fi world. The theme does influence the tasks and challenges contestants have to undergo every year. This year is going to be pretty space-ified.
Lonavala will, of course, be the location. The house will be way more luxurious and fabulous than it ever was before with a gym, swimming pool and crazy lounge areas. However the biggest challenge still remains survival from the daily drama, the nominations and the eliminations.
Bigg Boss 18 Contestants List
Audiences are always thrilled to see the contestants of Bigg Boss 18, and it was no exception this season either. The show usually includes a host of celebrities representing all different spheres: actors, models, singers, and even social media influencers ready to face the realities of life in isolation for weeks on end. Below is a sneak peek into some of the names associated with Bigg Boss 18:
Tejasswi Prakash:
Little has changed for Tejasswi since her winning spree on Bigg Boss 15. Although she was already a contestant in the show, news is buzzing that she is returning as a wildcard this season.
Munawar Faruqui:
The stand-up comedian, who rose to fame for the show Lock Upp, can be seen as entering the Bigg Boss 18. His quill and sarcastic nature can bring much drama to the show.
Anjali Arora:
The viral social media video creator Anjali Arora is also said to be among the contestants. Her entry will bring in that social media influencer factor which Bigg Boss has seen a lot of lately.
Shiv Thakare:
Bigg Boss Marathi winner Shiv Thakare’s name has also been doing the rounds. His competitive mind and experience in reality shows make him a favourite to enter the house.
Sumbul Touqeer:
The TV actress who rose to fame due to her role in Imlie is one of the names doing the rounds about joining the Bigg Boss 18. With her such a huge fan base, she may turn out to be one of the favorites inside the bigg house.
Vivian Dsena:
This television heartthrob gained popularity for his role in the TV series Shakti: Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki. His involvement in Bigg Boss 18 this season will undoubtedly increase people’s interest.
Karan Kundrra:
Waves created by this actor in previous seasons sparked much speculation regarding his return, perhaps a new avatar or even as a wildcard.
Soundarya Sharma:
Glamorous actress and model Soundarya Sharma is said to be a part of Bigg Boss 18. Will she be a winner in this edition? Having an impeccable style sense and being outrightly vocal, let’s see how she fares in the season.
Elvish Yadav:
This very popular YouTuber has a huge fan following so there could be a lot of attraction towards this show by his fan following. He’s known for the comedy skits, so he will definitely bring some fun time with him.
Uorfi Javed:
Another name doing the rounds in this regard is that of this very controversy-rich social media sensation and fashionista. Uorfi’s bold and eccentric kind of fashion choices will most likely become one of the talking points in the house.
What To Expect from Bigg Boss 18?
Of course, the witty comments of Salman Khan will add fire to the confrontations in the show. The weekend episodes will be an entertaining watch with Salman Khan hosting the show. Salman Khan has been with the show for some years now. Most of the times during “Weekend Ka Vaar”, there have been faces off between the contestants and the host.
The contestants will be at odds with each other, performing various tasks and challenges that will challenge them physically and mentally. Interpersonal drama among housemates is inevitable, with people forming alliances, betrayals, and friendships, which may end as the season unfolds. Again, the public vote will decide who stays in and who goes home, making the voting more intense this time.
Expect much glitz with celebrity guest appearances, high-stakes challenges, and unexpected twists and turns. Wildcard entries are bound to keep viewers on their toes, curious about what will unfold next.
Why Bigg Boss 18 Needs To Be On Your Watchlist
Bigg Boss season 18 is ready to take the show to a grander level than ever. An interesting mix of personalities, a futuristic house, and unbeatable hosting by Salman Khan is making the show a cultural phenomenon as it is. So, whether it’s the drama, the comedy, or just to see how long your favorite will remain, Bigg Boss 18 comes promising all the thrills and excitement that fans would have grown accustomed to.
With just days remaining before the spectacular premiere of October 15, Bigg Boss fans are already counting down the days to experience the non-stop action, drama, and fun that Bigg Boss has been known for. So don’t miss this; this season might just turn out to be one of the greatest so far!
