Bigg Boss Premiere Live: Time Ka Taandav Theme Unveiled as 18 Contestants Battle for 50 Lakh Prize

A donkey named 'Gadhraaj' to be the last contestant?

So here are the 18 contestants of Bigg Boss 18. Mark your dearest as we will witness the feuds, drama and more controversies.   

Alice Kaushik is the next contestant to enter with Vivian Dsena in the Bigg Boss house

Salman Khan announced Alice Kaushik as the new contestant on the show. Alice expressed her determination to win, stating she wants to keep her focus sharp throughout the competition.

During her introduction, Alice opened up about her challenging childhood. She shared the pain of losing her father to suicide when she was just a child and later facing the heartbreak of her mother's passing.

Along with Vivian Dsena, Alice Kaushik is the face behind the top two finalists announced by Salman Khan a day before. 

Salman Khan introduces Vivian Dsena as the next contestant

Famed television actor Vivian Dsena, recognized for his performances in Madhubala, Pyaar Kii Ye Ek Kahani, and Shakti, made a grand entrance on stage with Salman Khan before stepping into the Bigg Boss house.

Vivian is the latest contestant to join the show. He mentioned that there is a ‘misunderstanding’ about him being a hot-headed individual.

During the show, Bigg Boss made an intriguing prediction, hinting that Vivian will develop a fondness for 90s music while in the house, as there may be a special someone waiting for him!

Just a day earlier, during a sneak peek of the Bigg Boss premiere, Salman Khan revealed that one of the finalists, who appears to be Vivian Dsena, reacted with disbelief, asking, “Sir, is this for real?”

So here comes our Viral Bhabhi, aka Hema Sharma, who has officially entered BB house

Hema Sharma is an actress and a prominent figure on social media. She is widely recognized as ‘viral Bhabhi’ because of her entertaining dance videos. Hema has appeared in several films, including Dabangg 3, Yamla Pagla Deewana Phir Se, and One Day: Justice Delivered.

Now, Hema Sharma, also known as Viral Bhabhi, is set to join the latest season of the show. She expressed her excitement about being a part of this journey, saying she feels fortunate to participate.

Salman Khan introduces Gunaratna Sadavarte advocate as the next contestant

Gunaratna Sadavarte stands out as a well-known lawyer in Maharashtra. Did you know that he recently challenged a legal plea in the Supreme Court? The Maharashtra government had previously provided reservations to the Maratha community under the classification of Social and Educational Backward Classes (SEBC). It was Gunaratna who took the initiative to contest this plea in the highest court, arguing that the reservations for the Marathas were unconstitutional, as noted on Wikipedia.

In a lighter moment, Gunaratna Sadavarte brought laughter to the stage during his appearance. He kicked off his segment by sharing some of his jokes, which made Salman Khan chuckle. He made his entrance into the show alongside Eisha.

Eisha Singh from Ishq Ka Rang Safed officially joins Bigg Boss 18

Eisha Singh, an actress recognized for her roles in popular television series such as Ishq Ka Rang Safed, Sirf Tum, and Ishq Subhan Allah, has joined the competition as the latest contestant. She shared her excitement with a lighthearted comment about joining the show, saying that she is thrilled to be a part of it.

Salman Khan introduces Arfeen Khan along with wife, Sara Arfeen Khan as the next contestant

Arfeen Khan, a life coach for Bollywood stars such as Hrithik Roshan, was the next participant to step into the spotlight. His wife, Sara Arfeen Khan, accompanied him on stage. Hrithik, along with Bhumi Pednekar and Soni Razdan, took a moment to introduce Arfeen and offered him their best wishes for the competition.

Muskan Bamne, aka Anupamaa serial's Paakhi, has entered the Bigg Boss house

Muskaan Bamne, widely recognized for portraying Paakhi in the hit Star Plus series Anupamaa, made her entrance as the newest contestant, introduced by Salman Khan. Accompanied by her family, they were all excited to meet the Bollywood superstar.

Salman Khan introduces fitness trainer and social media influencer Rajat Dalal as the next contestant

Controversial athlete Rajat Dalal has joined the show, claiming he is ideally suited for reality TV to prove himself. 

After KKK 14 winner, Karan Veer Mehra has made a stunning entry at Bigg Boss 18

Karan Veer Mehra, the latest winner of Khatron Ke Khiladi, has joined the show. He and Salman Khan discussed Karan's two unsuccessful marriages, reflecting on his experiences and lessons learned, showcasing his resilience and growth through his journey.

Salman Khan introduces next contestant as Nyrraa Banerjee and Chum

Nyra M Banerji made a fabulous entrance as the seventh participant of the show. Following her, actor Chum Darang joined in and expressed her excitement about being a part of the show. Chum mentioned that being here was a dream come true for her! She also added that she’s representing Arunachal Pradesh on the platform.

Shrutika Arjun Joins as the Sixth Contestant

In the latest updates from Bigg Boss 18, Shrutika Arjun has entered the house as the sixth contestant. She is an actor who has worked in Tamil and Malayalam films. Apart from her acting career, Shrutika gained recognition after winning the Tamil cooking show Cooku With Comali. While speaking to Salman Khan during the premiere, Shrutika humorously shared that she had worked in four films, but unfortunately, they were all flops!

Her candidness and light-hearted approach certainly added charm to the premiere event. Fans are excited to see what Shrutika brings to the Bigg Boss house.

Salman Khan introduces Tajinder Singh Bagga as the next contestant

Tajinder Singh Bagga is the latest contestant to join this season! He expressed his wish for the Bigg Boss set to be in Goa. When asked by Aniruddhacharya about his reason for being on the show, Bagga mentioned that he wants to gain more recognition through this huge platform, reaching a wider audience.

Salman Khan introduces Shilpa Shirodkar as the fourth contestant

Salman Khan welcomed Shilpa Shirodkar as the fourth contestant of Bigg Boss 18, sharing the exciting news with fans during a live update.

Salman playfully mentioned that both he and Shilpa had started their acting journeys in the 90s, wondering aloud why they had never worked on a project together. Shilpa expressed her enthusiasm, stating she has followed every season of Bigg Boss and is thrilled to finally be a part of the show.

Bigg Boss 18: Salman Khan Welcomes Shehzada Dhami and Avinash Mishra to the Show

In the grand premiere of Bigg Boss 18, Salman Khan introduced two more contestants to the audience—Shehzada Dhami and Avinash Mishra. These two stars entered as the second and third contestants of this season, making their presence felt from the very beginning.

Shehzada Dhami opened up about his past experiences in the entertainment industry. He shared a personal story about being removed from the show Choti Sarrdaarni. According to Shehzada, the reason behind his exit was the inappropriate behavior of the show's makers, which led to his sudden departure.

Stay tuned for more updates from Bigg Boss 18 as the drama continues to unfold!

Bigg Boss 18 Premiere: Aniruddhacharya's Funny Question to Salman About Marriage

Bigg Boss 18 has kicked off with its grand premiere, and spiritual leader Aniruddhacharya was one of the highlights. As expected, he brought some humor to the event. He took the opportunity to ask the host, Salman Khan, a question that everyone has been asking for years – "Kab karenge shaadi?" (When will you get married?)

Salman, known for his witty replies, didn't disappoint. He responded casually, saying, "What’s the need to marry? I'm doing fine as a single man." This lighthearted exchange added fun to the premiere, keeping the audience entertained.

Salman’s humorous approach to the ever-popular question about his marriage once again made headlines. Fans couldn’t help but laugh at the interaction, making it one of the standout moments of the evening.

Bigg Boss 18 live update: Chahat Pandey has entered as the first contestant.

Bigg Boss 18 premiere live update: The grand premiere is scheduled for Sunday at 9 pm on Colors TV and JioCinema. This season will have 18 contestants competing for the trophy. While the contestant names are yet to be revealed, fans are eagerly waiting to see who will enter the house and take on the challenges to claim victory.