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Bigg Boss 19: What impact will Paras Kalnawat's entry have on the longest season with new twists & hosts; here's what we know so far

Bigg Boss 19: What impact will Paras Kalnawat's entry have on the longest season with new twists & hosts; here's what we know so far

Time of India10 hours ago
Bigg Boss 19 is set to premiere on August 24, 2025, on Colors TV and Jio Hotstar. Reports indicate that Paras Kalnawat, known for his role as Samar in the popular TV show Anupama, is in the final stages of discussion with the Bigg Boss makers and is expected to join the upcoming season. This new season is poised to bring several changes including an extended runtime and a fresh theme.
Finalizing contestants and extended runtime
Currently, very few contestants have been finalized for Bigg Boss 19, with makers continuing talks with several celebrities. Paras Kalnawat has not officially confirmed his participation yet, but insiders suggest his entry is imminent. Unlike previous seasons that lasted three months, this season will run for five months. The makers are keen to keep the audience engaged for a longer duration, adding more twists and turns to the show.
New hosts and changing theme
In a significant departure from tradition, this season will feature three hosts instead of one or two, a move likely to bring diverse energy to the show. While the theme at the start of the season will focus on politics, it will later shift to artificial intelligence (AI), marking a unique concept not explored before in Bigg Boss history. This thematic shift aims to keep the content fresh and appealing.
Iss baar Bigg Boss ke ghar ka drama hoga - Democrazy! Iss naye twist ke liye kya aap hai taiyaar? Dekhiye #BiggBoss19, 24th August se, sirf #JioHotstar aur @ColorsTV par.@danubeprop #Vaseline @CitroenIndia #BiggBossOnJioHotstar #BB19OnJioHotstar pic.twitter.com/M0gQJXsKpZ
Confirmed contestants and Paras Kalnawat's recent work
Alongside the possible entry of Paras Kalnawat, other confirmed contestants for the season include Purav Jha, Khushi Dubey, and Apoorva Makhija. Paras is currently seen in the TV show Parineeti and had earlier appeared in Kundali Bhagya after leaving Anupama. His presence on Bigg Boss 19 is expected to draw his fan base to the reality show, adding to its popularity.
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