Bigg Boss Season 19, hosted by Salman Khan and themed “Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar” (Household Government), premiered on August 24, 2025, promising a socially charged dynamic where housemates are divided into ruling and opposition factions IndiatimesNavbharat Times.

Here are the 16 confirmed contestants entering the house, drawn from multiple reliable sources:

Wildcard Speculations

While The Undertaker was a buzzworthy name, he’s not participating. However, others like Mike Tyson and Ali Kaashif Khan were rumored as wildcards—but those entries remain unconfirmed IndiatimesThe Indian Express.


Spotlight on Zeishan, Kunickaa & Amaal

ContestantBackground Highlights
Zeeshan QuadriKnown for Gangs of Wasseypur; also a writer–filmmaker; recently addressed legal accusations around an Audi case Indiatimes
Kunickaa SadanandActress, lawyer, producer, and social activist; made headlines on Day 1 with a sharp remark: “Leadergiri mat kar” to Mridul Tiwari during house politics The Indian Expressmint
Amaal MalikComposer-singer who opened up about battling clinical depression on national TV, creating an emotional talking point early in the show The Times of India

Summary

  • No Undertaker — confirmed absence.
  • Zeeshan Quadri, Kunickaa Sadanand, and Amaal Malik are firmly onboard Bigg Boss 19.
  • Season promises a dynamic mix of experience, entertainment, activism, and emotional revelations.

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