Salman Khan has returned with another season of one of Indian television’s biggest and most talked-about reality shows, Bigg Boss 20. The new season is expected to bring together an interesting mix of television stars, actors, social media influencers, sportspersons, singers and personalities from regional entertainment industries.
From legendary boxer Mary Kom to Punjabi actress Isha Rikhi, popular television faces and gaming creators, the reported lineup promises plenty of entertainment, drama and unexpected personalities under one roof.
Here is a closer look at the reported contestants of Bigg Boss Season 20 and their journeys so far.
Mahhi Vij
Television actress Mahhi Vij is among the first reported contestants to enter the Bigg Boss 20 house. With a career spanning nearly two decades, Mahhi has established herself as a familiar name in the television industry.
She gained widespread popularity through Laagi Tujhse Lagan, where she played the memorable character of Nakusha. Over the years, she has appeared in several television projects and has also explored films in the South Indian entertainment industry.
Mahhi has previously participated in reality television, including Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 4. Her personal life has also frequently attracted public attention, particularly her marriage to actor Jay Bhanushali and their separation in 2025.
Kanika Mann
Popular television actress Kanika Mann is another reported participant in Bigg Boss 20. She became a household name after playing the lead role of Guddan in Guddan Tumse Na Ho Payega.
Kanika later expanded her career with projects such as Roohaniyat and also participated in Khatron Ke Khiladi 12. She was additionally seen in the crime-thriller web series Flight Attendant, available on Hungama OTT.
With experience in both fiction and reality television, Kanika’s entry could make her an interesting contestant to watch this season.
Aman Gandhi
Actor Aman Gandhi has also reportedly joined the Bigg Boss 20 lineup. He began his television journey with the 2016 youth-based dance show D4 – Get Up and Dance.
He later appeared in popular television dramas including Parineetii and Bhagya Lakshmi. Most recently, Aman was seen in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2, where he played the son of Smriti Irani’s character Tulsi.
Reports suggest that he exited the show to participate in Bigg Boss 20.
Isha Rikhi
Punjabi actress and model Isha Rikhi is another prominent name reportedly entering the Bigg Boss house this season.
She has built her career primarily in Punjabi cinema and has appeared in movies such as Jatt Boys Putt Jattan De, Happy Go Lucky and Nikka Zaildar 2. She has also worked in Hindi entertainment projects.
Isha has recently remained in the headlines because of her separation from rapper Badshah. Her reported participation in Bigg Boss 20 could now give viewers an opportunity to see a different side of her personality.
Mary Kom
Indian boxing legend Mary Kom is undoubtedly one of the biggest names associated with the Bigg Boss 20 lineup.
A six-time world champion and Olympic medallist, Mary Kom is regarded as one of India’s most successful and celebrated athletes. Her entry into a reality show dominated by actors, influencers and entertainers makes her participation particularly interesting.
Fans will be curious to see how the sporting icon adapts to the completely different environment of the Bigg Boss house.
Kushal Tanwar aka Gullu
Reality television personality Kushal Tanwar, popularly known as Gullu, has reportedly joined Bigg Boss 20 shortly after his success on MTV Roadies: Double Cross.
His journey on Roadies helped him gain recognition among younger reality-show audiences. Known for his competitive approach, strategic gameplay and willingness to take bold decisions, Gullu could bring plenty of energy to the Bigg Boss house.
His recent Roadies victory makes him one of the newer reality-TV stars in the reported lineup.
Tanmay Singh aka Scout
Popular gaming content creator and streamer Tanmay Singh, widely known as Scout, is also reportedly part of Bigg Boss 20.
Scout has developed a massive online following through gaming livestreams, esports content and collaborations. He is particularly well known in the Indian Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) and esports communities.
His internet popularity and outspoken personality could make him one of the strongest contestants among younger viewers.
Arishfa Khan
Actress and digital creator Arishfa Khan began her career as a child artiste before becoming a major social media personality.
She has appeared in television shows such as Ek Veer Ki Ardaas…Veera and Meri Durga. Over time, she successfully transitioned into the digital entertainment space, building a massive following on Instagram and YouTube.
With more than 29 million Instagram followers, Arishfa brings enormous social media popularity to the reported Bigg Boss 20 contestant list.
Uditi Singh
Model and actress Uditi Singh is another name generating curiosity among Bigg Boss fans.
Although she may not have the same level of mainstream television recognition as some other contestants, her possible participation could introduce her to a much wider audience.
Uditi has also been linked with actor Karan Wahi in the past. If she enters the house, viewers may get to learn more about her professional journey and personality through the reality show’s unscripted format.
Amrapali Dubey
One of the biggest stars of Bhojpuri cinema, Amrapali Dubey is also reportedly associated with the new season.
She started her acting career in Hindi television before becoming one of the most successful actresses in Bhojpuri films. Her on-screen partnership with actor-singer Dinesh Lal Yadav, popularly known as Nirahua, has been especially popular among audiences.
Some of her well-known films include Nirahua Hindustani, Patna Se Pakistan and Nirahua Chalal London.
Her entry would bring a major regional cinema star into the Bigg Boss house.
Aasif Khan
Actor Aasif Khan gained widespread recognition through the hugely popular series Panchayat.
He played the character of Ganesh in the acclaimed TVF production, which features actors including Jitendra Kumar, Raghubir Yadav, Neena Gupta and Faisal Malik.
His participation in Bigg Boss 20 could introduce audiences to his personality beyond scripted performances.
Yung DSA
Rapper Yung DSA represents India’s growing independent hip-hop scene in the reported Bigg Boss 20 lineup.
Unlike contestants from mainstream television and cinema, his identity is closely connected with music, youth culture and independent rap.
Reality television has increasingly helped musicians and rappers reach wider audiences, and Bigg Boss could provide Yung DSA with a significant mainstream platform.
Love Gill
Punjabi actress and model Love Gill began her entertainment career through music videos before moving into television and films.
A graduate of Guru Nanak Dev University in Amritsar, she made her modelling debut in Karan Aujla’s song Facts. She later appeared in Punjabi music videos such as Rakhdi and Peg Sheg.
Love entered television through Zee Punjabi’s Tu Patang Main Dor and later made her Punjabi film debut with Kuriyan Jawan Bapu Pareshaan.
Her other projects include Haterz, Shakkar Paare and Vekhi Ja Chhedi Na.
Rhiti Tiwari
Actress and model Rhiti Tiwari is another reported contestant expected to enter the Bigg Boss house.
While she may currently have less mainstream recognition than some of the bigger television stars on the list, the reality show could provide her with a major opportunity to connect with audiences across the country.
Her journey inside the house could make her one of the fresh personalities viewers discover this season.
Qazi Tauqeer
Singer Qazi Tauqeer became a household name after winning the hugely popular reality singing competition Fame Gurukul in 2005.
His victory made him one of the most recognisable reality-show stars of that era. He subsequently continued working as a singer and performer in music-related projects.
A Bigg Boss 20 appearance would mark a return to reality television for Qazi nearly two decades after his Fame Gurukul triumph.
Rohed Khan
Austrian actor and model Rohed Khan has also reportedly entered the Bigg Boss 20 house.
He made his Bollywood debut in Tejas, starring Kangana Ranaut, where his portrayal of the antagonist attracted attention for his screen presence.
Rohed later appeared in projects including Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, Sarzameen and Detective Sherdil. He has also expanded his career internationally and made his Hollywood debut alongside actress Golshifteh Farahani, marking an important milestone in his professional journey.
Bigg Boss 20 Promises A Diverse Mix Of Personalities
With a reported contestant lineup featuring television actors, Bollywood and regional cinema personalities, social media influencers, gaming stars, musicians and an iconic sportsperson like Mary Kom, Bigg Boss 20 appears set to offer one of its most diverse casts yet.
As Salman Khan returns to host the latest season, viewers can expect the familiar combination of friendships, rivalries, emotional moments, strategic gameplay and high-voltage drama.
However, as always with Bigg Boss, the real test will begin once these very different personalities are locked inside the same house. Who will emerge as the audience favourite, and who will create the biggest controversies of the season? Fans will have to wait and watch.