Bigg Boss 18 Contestants Announced: From 90s Bollywood to Political Leaders

Here’s the most awaited show Bigg Boss coming back with its 18th edition, hosted by the handsome and versatile Salman Khan. This year’s show is titled ‘Time Ka Taandav’ and is looking to be a change-maker with the most diverse contender lineup ever. Ranging from a 90s Bollywood diva and Telugu television serial actors to a famous politician and social media stars, the makers have selected 18 celebrities who will turn the Bigg Boss house into a live theater, and some interesting alliances are guaranteed.

Meet the Contestants

1. Shilpa Shirodkar:
   A 90s actress who was famous for her movies Bhrashtachar, amongst others. Eventually, she might bring benefits from the experience she has acquired during the decades in the entertainment industry by overcoming the show’s difficulties.
2. Tajinder Singh Bagga:
   BJP Youth Wing’s General Secretary and founder of Bhagat Singh Kranti Sena brings politics to prime time. His presence will bring intellectual discourses to the show’s drama.
3. Vivian Dsena:
   Television’s heart throb finally succumbs to offers after rejecting earlier ones. Recently married to Egyptian journalist Nouran Aly, his massive fan following makes him a shoo-in.
4. Chaahat Pandey:
   Famous for shows such as Tenali Rama and Hamari Bahu Silk, created controversy after complaining about unpaid wages. He had lost just recently in the MP assembly elections, but she is up for another test.
   
   
   
5. Avinash Mishra:
   A talented actor who became a household name after doing Sethji Yeh Rishtey Hai Pyaar Ke and Ishqbaaz. The man is bringing the charm into the game.
6. Shehzada Dhami:
   Famous for Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, his entry will spice it up.
7. Eisha Singh:
   Famous for serials like Ishq Subhan Allah and Sirf Tum. Currently, she is in the news about her relationship with Shalin Bhanot. She brings that extra spice to the season.
8. Nyrraa Banerjii:
   Last participated in Khatron Ke Khiladi and is a TV actress and a South Indian movie actress.
9. Alice Kaushik:
   The actress who found love with co-star Kanwar Dhillon in Pandya Store, she’s sure to turn the show’s heads.
10. Muskan Bamne:
    Also known as Pakhi of Anupamaa entered the house after she left the show and her fame grew higher.
    
    
    
    
11. Karan Veer Mehra:
    Fresh from his Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 14 win and in a war of toxic tweets with Asim Riaz, he brings the competition factor.
12. Gunaratna Sadavarte:
    The Maratha reservations have been challenged by Maharashtra-based lawyer, who notably arrived with his pet donkey, an element of novelty.
13. Arfeen Khan & Sara Arfeen Khan:
    TED speaker and life coach comes in with his actress-entrepreneur wife, Sara.
14. Chum Darang:
    An actress from Arunachal Pradesh who starred in movies such as Badhaai Do and Gangubai Kathiawadi, adds regional and social activism to the list.
15. Hemlata Sharma:
    Who is familiar to people as ‘Viral Bhabhi’, an adult content creator with the ‘Dabangg’ personality will be a part of the house.
16. Rajat Dalal:
    A fitness trainer and social media influencer with an Instagram following of 1.1m, the addition of Dalal is volatile.
17. Shrutika Arjun:
    Shrutika acts in movies made in South India particularly the Tamil and Malayalam films.
18. Nyra Banerjee:
    Nyra is a lady who performs various sorts of show and movies. She acted in the Hindi serials like Divya Drishti and Zaban Sambhal Ke.

Wrapping Up

With such different personalities getting ready to live in the house under camera lens, Bigg Boss 18 is set to be a game changer. From stars of the entertainment business to politicians, this season goes beyond a typical reality show format, it will be an experiment that pits contestants against each other in a most challenging social experiment that will bring to life the classic adage that can be translated as “pressure makes diamonds” and bring viewers a unique experience that they cannot witness in real life.