Bigg Boss Kannada 13 is all set for its grand premiere on September 6, 2026, with popular Kannada superstar Kiccha Sudeep returning as the host. The latest season has generated considerable excitement among television audiences with a fresh mix of actors, television personalities, models and other popular faces. The confirmed contestant list has already created significant buzz among fans.
Bigg Boss Kannada 13 Confirmed Contestants
According to the latest Times of India report, the confirmed lineup includes several familiar names from the Kannada entertainment industry.
Dragon Manja is among the contestants entering the Bigg Boss house. Known for his action-oriented roles, he has appeared in films including Bheema and Brat.
Soundarya Shetty is another prominent name on the list. She is known as a model and reality-show personality and has previously participated in MTV Splitsvilla.
Pruthvi Ambaar, who gained popularity for his performance in the Kannada film Dia, is also set to enter the reality show. His participation is expected to attract a strong fan following.
Asiya Firdose is joining the season after making her mark on Kannada television. She is known for serials such as Kanyakumari and Shravani Subramanya.
Tandav Ram, known for his work in television and films, is another contestant expected to bring a different personality to the house. He has appeared in projects such as Jodi Hakki and is also associated with bodybuilding and production.
Rachel David, a bilingual actress known for her role in Love Mocktail 2, is also part of the reported confirmed lineup. Her presence adds another established film personality to the season.
Kiccha Sudeep Returns as Host
Kiccha Sudeep is once again taking charge of the Kannada edition. This season, the promos present him in a different avatar, with a captain and aviation-inspired theme adding a fresh twist to the show's presentation.
Interestingly, Bigg Boss Kannada 13 is launching on the same day as the Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam editions. Sudeep recently appeared in a special crossover promo alongside Vijay Sethupathi, Mohanlal and Nagarjuna, the hosts of the other South Indian versions.
Agnipariksha Adds More Excitement
This season also introduced Bigg Boss Kannada Agnipariksha, a special selection process for common contestants. The process reportedly began with 60 participants, eventually narrowing the field to the final contenders. Three common-man contestants are expected to receive VIP passes into the main house.
With celebrity contestants, common participants and Sudeep's return, Bigg Boss Kannada 13 promises plenty of drama, entertainment, friendships, rivalries and unexpected twists. Fans will finally get to see the complete contestant lineup when the grand premiere takes place on September 6 at 7 PM.
