Bigg Boss 19 Contestants List: From Gaurav Khanna to Ashnoor Kaur

New Delhi, Aug 20 – Bigg Boss 19 is gearing up for its grand premiere on August 24, 2025, promising another season packed with drama, twists, and high-voltage entertainment. This year’s theme, “Gharwalon ki Sarkaar,” shifts power dynamics inside the house, setting the stage for unexpected turns.

While 15 celebrities are officially part of the show, here’s the confirmed list of contestants:

Confirmed Contestants

Gaurav Khanna – Known for his role in Anupamaa, and fresh off his win on Celebrity MasterChef India, he is reportedly the highest-paid contestant this season.
Ashnoor Kaur – Popular TV actress remembered for Patiala Babes and Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai.
Awez Darbar & Nagma Mirajkar – The influencer duo, who reportedly split earlier this year, will now face the Bigg Boss spotlight.
Baseer Ali – A reality TV face, seen in Roadies, Splitsvilla and Ace of Space.
Abhishek Bajaj – TV and film actor, known for youth-centric roles.
Hunar Hale – Television actress, joining the show to add more drama and flair.
Shafaq Naaz – Actor known for her diverse roles in television.
Siwet Tomar – Former Roadies and Splitsvilla participant.
Khank Waghnani – TV face adding to the season’s mix.
Payal Dhare – Gaming content creator with a strong online following.
Zeeshan Quadri – Writer-actor best known for co-writing Gangs of Wasseypur.

Audience Choice Entry

Viewers will vote between YouTuber Mridul Tiwari and Shehnaaz Gill’s brother Shehbaz Badesha to decide who joins the house.

Rumored/Speculated Names

Other potential participants include singer Sreerama Chandra, Bigg Boss Marathi contestant Arbaaz Patel, Anupamaa actress Nidhi Shah, creator Kirak Khala (Priya Reddy), rapper duo Seedhe Maut, activist Atul Kishan, and advocate Ali Kaashif Khan Deshmukh.