Bigg Boss 19: From Ram Kapoor to Mallika Sherawat, these 7 celebs rejected offer to join Salman Khan's hit reality show
The popular actor, who recently made headlines for his dramatic physical transformation, told Filmibeat that he would 'never' be part of Bigg Boss, even if offered ₹20 crore. Mallika Sherawat
Rumours of Mallika joining Bigg Boss 19 made the rounds recently, but the bold actress shut them down on Instagram. She wrote, 'Putting all rumours to rest, I am not doing Bigg Boss and will never do it. Thank you.' Raj Kundra
Businessman Raj Kundra's name popped up in speculation after his stint on The Traitors. However, Siasat.com reported that he will not be part of Salman Khan's show. Gaurav Taneja
The former pilot-turned-YouTuber was reportedly approached for the show, but clarified in his vlog that he is not participating. Jannat Zubair
The popular content creator and actress was also allegedly approached, but reports suggest she turned the offer down. Anshula Kapoor
Arjun Kapoor's sister, who recently appeared on The Traitors, declined the offer, stating she's not mentally prepared for the Bigg Boss format. Purav Jha
The social media influencer, known for his appearance on Prime Video's The Traitors, has also reportedly rejected the offer. The wait continues for the final list
While the official contestant list is still under wraps, it's clear that Bigg Boss 19 is aiming for a mix of high-profile celebrities and popular digital creators. Whether the final lineup lives up to the hype remains to be seen when the season kicks off.
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