Salman Khan makes his digital debut with Bigg Boss OTT 2. New season finally premieres on Jio Cinema, and it was nothing less than spectacular and extravagant. It is one of the most popular reality shows of the television history. Salman Khan who is hosting the show from 13 years on Colors is debuting on OTT with the new season. A total of 13 contestants are going to be seen in the show. The episode also saw Bigg Boss 16 winner MC Stan, former Bigg Boss contestant and actor Sunny Leone, TV producer Sandiip Sikcand and news anchor Dibang grilling the contestants before they stepped inside the house. Pooja was seen as one of the panelists, however, as the night culminated, Salman announced that she too will be competing for the trophy and prize money.
Speaking to the media at the Bigg Boss OTT 2 event on Friday, Salman said that he is looking forward to hosting the reality show and added that he will make sure nothing on the show is against Indian culture.
The wait is finally over!!!
THE GRAND PREMIERE OF BIGG BOSS OTT 2, NOW STREAMING FREE.
Link in bio. #BiggBossOTT2onJioCinema #BiggBossOTT2 #BBOTT2 #JioCinema @beingsalmankhan pic.twitter.com/blKxWWEDwO— JioCinema (@JioCinema) June 17, 2023
Salman opened up about his expectations from the upcoming season, and said, “I always look forward to Bigg Boss. First time on Bigg Boss OTT. I hope it is not too uncensored and unfiltered, and if it is, then I will control it myself. The show should run keeping in mind our culture and that’s why I am a part of Bigg Boss OTT. Actually, Karan and Farah were not available, that’s why I had to do Bigg Boss OTT.” He added, “Main OTT par bhi aise kuch hone nahi dunga jo humare khilaf aur humare culture ke khilaf ho. Main nahi hone dunga (I will not allow anything against our culture on the show).”
Now I will share the list of contestants who enters in Bigg Boss house as per their entries:
1. Falaq Naaz
Falaq Naaz has been working on television for over a decade now. She has been part of shows like Gunahon Ka Devta, Dekha Ek Khwaab, Doli Armaano Ki, Roop – Mard Ka Naya Swaroop and RadhaKrishn among others. She was in the news earlier this year as her brother Sheezan Khan was arrested for abetement of actress Tunisha Sharma’s suicide.
Welcoming the fighter, Falaq Naaz as contestant no.1 on #BiggBossOTT2.
Watch the Grand Premiere of #BBOTT2onJioCinema now streaming free.#BBOTT2 #JioCinema #FalaqNaaz @beingsalmankhan #FalaqNaaz pic.twitter.com/qhzc00X0dG
— JioCinema (@JioCinema) June 17, 2023
2. Jiya Shankar
Jiya Shankar has done several popular shows on television including Meri Hanikarak Biwi, Queens Hain Hum, Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya, Kaatelal & Sons and Pishachini. She was recently seen alongside Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D’Souza in the Marathi film Ved, for which she earned a lot of praise.
This insta and movie sensation is all set to become a Bigg Boss OTT sensation! Welcoming contestant no.2, Jiya Shankar on #BiggBossOTT2.
Watch the Grand Premiere of #BBOTT2onJioCinema now streaming free.#BBOTT2 #JioCinema @heyshankar_ @beingsalmankhan #JiyaShankar pic.twitter.com/MiRXfI5iwX
— JioCinema (@JioCinema) June 17, 2023
3. Abhishek Malhan
Abhishek Malhan, who is popularly known as Fukra Insaan, enjoys a huge fan following as a gamer and a Youtuber. After the success of his first YT video in 2019 where he did a challenge of Rs 20 vs Rs 600 water, he came to be known for throwing such challenges and dare videos to the audience. He has also made music videos.
Musician, Gamer, Entertainer, all-in-one package hai yeh Fukra Insaan. Welcoming Abhishek Malhan as contestant no.3 on #BiggBossOTT2.
Watch the Grand Premiere of #BBOTT2onJioCinema now streaming free.#BBOTT2 #JioCinema #AbhishekMalhan @beingsalmankhan @FukraInsaan pic.twitter.com/LyJDIwSdKu
— JioCinema (@JioCinema) June 17, 2023
4. Akanksha Puri
A model and an actress, Akanksha Puri is known for her work in the Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada film industry. She is most popular for her portrayal of Parvati in Vighnaharta Ganesh. She recently came in news after she was rumoured to be dating singer Mika Singh. But she cleared the air about her relationship and revealed that she is single. Her bitter break-up with boyfriend Paras Chhabra had made her quite the talk of the town.
This all-rounder of beauty and talent aayi hai Bigg Boss OTT 2! Welcoming contestant no. 4 Akanksha Puri.
Watch the Grand Premiere of #BBOTT2onJioCinema now streaming free.#BBOTT2 #JioCinema #AkankshaPuri @beingsalmankhan @akanksha8000@TooYumm @Vicco_Labs pic.twitter.com/sUGSBR72mO
— JioCinema (@JioCinema) June 17, 2023
5. Cyrus Broacha
Cyrus Broacha needs no introduction. The popular MTV face is multi-talented and is going to be a delight to watch on the show. He is known for his shows like MTV Bakra and being part of films like Jalwa, Little Zizou and Roy. He has also written books Aaj aur Kal and The Average Indian Male. He is married to Ayesha, who is a photographer, and has two kids.
This GOAT of comedy is all set to tickle your funny bone. Welcoming contestant no.5, Cyrus Broacha to #BiggBossOTT2.
Watch the Grand Premiere of #BBOTT2onJioCinema now streaming free.#BBOTT2 #JioCinema #CyrusBroacha @beingsalmankhan @Broacha_Cyrus@TooYumm @Vicco_Labs pic.twitter.com/AOHVnrccXg
— JioCinema (@JioCinema) June 17, 2023
6. Manisha Rani
Social media star Manisha Rani from Bihar is going to be seen on the reality show. Comparisons of her with Archana Gautam and Shehnaaz Gill have already begun. She was seen in shows like The Kapil Sharma Show and Dance India Dance but her claim to fame is her social media posts in Bhojpuri. She enjoys a massive fan following on Instagram and YouTube.
Will this content ki Rani, rule over the house with her andaaz? 🔥 Welcoming contestant no.6, Manisha Rani on #BiggBossOTT2.
Watch the Grand Premiere of #BBOTT2onJioCinema now streaming free.#BBOTT2 #JioCinema #ManishaRani @beingsalmankhan @TooYumm @Vicco_Labs pic.twitter.com/lrTBTFC4RP
— JioCinema (@JioCinema) June 17, 2023
7. Jad Hadid
Jad Hadid is a Lebanese who has found home in Dubai. He is a successful and the highest paid model in the Middle East. Jad is now going to enter Bigg Boss OTT 2. He was married to fitness model Ramona Khalil for five years. They even have a four-year-old daughter. After his divorce, Jad is single and looking forward to finding love in India.
Just two words for him – Hot Habibi🔥 Presenting international sensation Jad Hadid as contestant no.7 on #BiggBossOTT2.
Watch the Grand Premiere of #BBOTT2onJioCinema now streaming free.#BBOTT2 #JioCinema #JadHadid @beingsalmankhan @Jadhadid@TooYumm @Vicco_Labs pic.twitter.com/D4W7Z80LCM
— JioCinema (@JioCinema) June 17, 2023
8. Aaliya Siddiqui
Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s estranged wife Aaliya Siddiqui is part of Bigg Boss OTT 2. She has two kids, Yaani and Shora, with him. Her relationship with Nawaz went kaput and she hurled several accusations at him publicly. She is currently dating an Italian who is based out of Dubai. The two met at a common friend’s party.
All set to create a new identity for herself. Presenting contestant no.8, Aaliya Siddiqui to #BiggBossOTT2.
Watch the Grand Premiere of #BBOTT2onJioCinema now streaming free.#BBOTT2 #JioCinema #AaliyaSiddiqui @beingsalmankhan @AaliyaSOfficial@TooYumm @Vicco_Labs pic.twitter.com/guKBUoDPS7
— JioCinema (@JioCinema) June 17, 2023
9. Bebika Dhruve
An Indian actor and social media personality, Bebika Dhurve became popular with her role in the popular TV series Bhagyalaxmi on Zee TV. She also participated in the Miss India pageant in 2020. With her stint on Bigg Boss OTT 2, Dhurve aims to show people a side of her that they have never seen before. Apparently, Bebika has good connections in the industry due to her father. She is also a die hard Salman Khan like Shehnaaz Gill.
Will she be able to change her 'kismat' in the house? Welcoming contestant no.9, Bebika Dhruve to #BiggBossOTT2.
Watch the Grand Premiere of #BBOTT2onJioCinema now streaming free.#BBOTT2 #JioCinema #BebikaDhurve @beingsalmankhan@TooYumm @Vicco_Labs pic.twitter.com/hCOxkt8AeG
— JioCinema (@JioCinema) June 17, 2023
10. Avinash Sachdev
Best known for his roles in Chotti Bahu and Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? Ek Baar Phir, Avinash Sachdev is a well-known television actor. Sachdev married his co-actor Shalmalee Desai in 2015 and later got divorced. He went on to date and got engaged to his Bigg Boss fellow contestant Palak Purswani, before calling it quits. It will be interesting to see if the duo forms an alliance on the show.
Sabka dhyaan kidhar hai, hamara #HeroNo1 idhar hai.
Welcoming contestant no.10, Avinash Sachdev to #BiggBossOTT2.
Watch the Grand Premiere of #BBOTT2onJioCinema now streaming free.#BBOTT2 #JioCinema #AvinashSachdev @beingsalmankhan @avinashsachdev4@TooYumm @Vicco_Labs pic.twitter.com/ktoCvLKn6O— JioCinema (@JioCinema) June 17, 2023
11. Palak Purswami
A famous on the television circuit, Palak has appeared on reality shows like Splitsvilla and Nach Baliye, and TV serials like Badii Devrani, Bade Bhaiyya Ki Dulhania, Nastik, Meri Hanikarak Biwi, and Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke. But there’s another reason why she’s famous in the house, for being the ex-fiance of fellow contestant Avinash Sachdev
Drama is her middle name and she's all set to up her OTT game! Here's welcoming contestant no.11 Palak Purswami to #BiggBossOTT2.
Watch the Grand Premiere of #BBOTT2onJioCinema now streaming free.#BBOTT2 #JioCinema #PalakPurswani @beingsalmankhan @ImPalakPurswani pic.twitter.com/53vGzR1Ydt
— JioCinema (@JioCinema) June 17, 2023
12. Puneet Kumar
Puneet Superstar is yet another social media creator who is extremely popular. Several memes are created after him. His fame on the internet is such that people are already predicting that he would get the trophy of Bigg Boss OTT 2. Even after several warnings from Bigg Boss, when the influencer did not rectify his behavior, he was thrown out of the house by the makers and the rest of the contestants within 24 hours.
He didn't choose the OTT life, the OTT life chose him! Welcome the non-stop entertainer Puneet Kumar as contestant no.12 on #BiggBossOTT2.
Watch the Grand Premiere of #BBOTT2onJioCinema now streaming free.#BBOTT2 #JioCinema #PuneetKumar @beingsalmankhan @PuneetSuper pic.twitter.com/9YPl4qc5bk
— JioCinema (@JioCinema) June 17, 2023
13. Pooja Bhatt
A director, actress and Mahesh Bhatt’s eldest daughter, Pooja Bhatt was a big name in the 90s with superhit films like Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin and Sadak. She made her OTT debut in 2021 with the women-centric show Bombay Begums, and she was lauded for her portrayal of Rani Irani. Her entry to the Bigg Boss OTT house came as a surprise to everyone, because she is undoubtedly the biggest star this season.
Actor. Director. Producer. This 90s Queen has donned many hats. Welcoming the outspoken, Pooja Bhatt as contestant no.13 on #BiggBossOTT2.
Watch the Grand Premiere of #BBOTT2onJioCinema now streaming free.#BBOTT2 #JioCinema #PoojaBhatt @beingsalmankhan @PoojaB1972 pic.twitter.com/IEhOw0Erqt
— JioCinema (@JioCinema) June 17, 2023
Durgesh Tiwary’s View: So finally, most famous and popular show Bigg Boss OTT 2 premieres with a bang. I am supporting Abhishek Malhan, Akanksha Puri, Cyrus Barocha and Avinash Sachdev initially in this season and seeing anyone as winner because all four of them are very popular faces with great fan following. Also looking to see them in Bigg Boss 17 as well. Whom you are supporting share below in comment section.
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