Is Flying Beast joining Bigg Boss 19? Gaurav Taneja sets the record straight
Salman Khan
. But in his latest vlog, Gaurav set the record straight: he's not going.
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'Arre bhai, nahi jaa raha main
Bigg Boss 19
,' he responded to the speculation. According to him, a few PR pages posted his photo alongside other potential contestants, sparking a wave of misinformation that quickly spiralled online. He revealed that this isn't the first time the show approached him—he was invited before the pandemic and again during a season focused on couples. Both times, due to prior commitments, he had to turn it down.
Will Gaurav Taneja ever participate in Bigg Boss?
'You should never make absolute statements on social media,' He said that he wouldn't completely rule out the possibility of doing the show someday and added that one should never make absolute statements on social media. However, he cleared the air and shared that for this time, he is definitely not going.
Did Gaurav Taneja throw shade at Ranvir Shorey?
He ended on a sobering note, referencing actor Ranvir Shorey, who once candidly said he joined Bigg Boss out of financial necessity. He shared that what if he is left with no source of income and has to participate in Bigg Boss like Ranvir Shorey. Hence, he believes in not pulling down anyone during their bad time.
About Bigg Boss 19
The wait is over—Bigg Boss 19 is officially on its way. The newly dropped teaser has fans buzzing, featuring a vibrant kaleidoscopic eye logo and a cryptic new theme titled 'Rewind.' Slated to premiere in late August 2025, the season promises a major shake-up in format and flair, with Salman Khan expected to return as host.
According to SCREEN, 'Rewind' will revive classic elements like the 'Secret Room,' where nominated contestants may secretly observe the house. The season will unfold in two phases: a four-month televised run followed by an OTT-exclusive continuation. It will air on Viacom18 channels and stream on JioCinema, with Banijay Asia producing the show. Adding to the throwback charm, weekly rations are back—meaning failed tasks could lead to meagre meals, echoing the survival drama of early seasons.
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