The wait is over. The promo for Bigg Boss 19 is finally out. Once again, Salman Khan returns as host, bringing his trademark swagger and promising a season that will be “too much fun.” What stands out this year is the unique setup of the promo, which has a rally-like backdrop. In it, Salman appears on a podium and announces in a commanding tone: “Friends and enemies, brace yourself, because this time, it’s the housemates who will rule.”
Earlier in the day, Salman had teased fans on Instagram with a cryptic story featuring a back-facing image of him at what appeared to be a political rally. He captioned it, “Milte hain ek naye maidan mein (See you in a new arena).” The post sparked intense speculation online, with some fans wondering if the superstar was hinting at a political debut. However, it turned out to be a clever tease for the Bigg Boss 19 promo. JioHotstar’s official Instagram page shared the promo with the caption: “Bhai ke saath laut aaya hai Bigg Boss ka naya season! Aur iss baar chalegi – Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar.”
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As reported earlier by SCREEN, Bigg Boss Season 19 will feature a major format shift. Instead of the usual “Bigg Boss chahte hain” directive format, the theme will now revolve around “Bigg Boss jaana chahte hain” — putting housemates more in control. The show will premiere on August 30 and run for five months. Salman Khan is set to host for the first three months, returning later for the grand finale. For the remaining two months, the show will reportedly rotate multiple celebrity hosts including Farah Khan, Karan Johar, and Anil Kapoor. Sources indicate that Salman is scheduled to shoot the premiere episodes on August 27 and 28, with contestants’ performances and solo introductions being recorded on August 29, just before they enter the house.
This season will also follow a new distribution strategy, debuting first on JioHotstar before airing on television. Around 15 contestants, along with 3 to 5 wild card entries, are expected to participate. As of now, 45 contestants have reportedly been approached for the show.
