The buzz around Bigg Boss 19 is intensifying as the premiere date approaches. Hosted by Salman Khan for the first three months, with celebrity hosts like Farah Khan, Karan Johar and Anil Kapoor taking over for the final two months, the show is set to air on August 24, 2025. As usual, speculation about the contestant list is rife, and one name that has recently surfaced is that of Ali Asgar, known for his comedic roles, particularly as "Dadi" on Comedy Nights with Kapil and The Kapil Sharma Show.
Reports suggest that Ali Asgar has been approached for Bigg Boss 19. Ali Asgar gained significant recognition for his portrayal of female characters like "Dadi" and "Nani" on Kapil Sharma's comedy shows. He left The Kapil Sharma Show in 2017, citing creative differences. While there have been questions about a possible reunion with Kapil Sharma on his new Netflix show, Ali Asgar has expressed gratitude for his time on the show but has not confirmed any future collaborations. He has also mentioned that he and Kapil Sharma haven't been able to connect much since his departure from the show.
Besides Ali Asgar, several other names are circulating as potential Bigg Boss 19 contestants. The tentative list includes celebrities from various fields, such as television actors, social media influencers, and musicians. Some of the names that have been mentioned are Shailesh Lodha, known for his role in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, Faisal Shaikh (Mr. Faisu), and YouTuber Payal Dhare (Payal Gaming). Other rumored contestants include Dhanashree Verma, Apoorva Mukhija, and Gaurav Khanna. Sreerama Chandra, winner of Indian Idol in 2010 and a former Bigg Boss Telugu contestant, is also reportedly confirmed for the show. Gurucharan Singh, also from Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, is another name that has been making the rounds.
Priyanka Jagga Muise, a controversial figure from Bigg Boss 10, has confirmed that she was approached for the current season. Munmun Dutta, known as "Babita Ji" from Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, is also said to be in advanced talks.
Bigg Boss 19 is expected to have a "demo-crazy" theme, with the concept of "gharwalon ki sarkar". The season will start with 15 contestants, with wildcard entries expected to shake up the game later on.
The inclusion of Ali Asgar in Bigg Boss 19 could bring a unique flavor to the show, given his established comedic persona. However, it remains to be seen whether he will indeed participate and how he will navigate the dynamics of the Bigg Boss house.
