As the countdown begins for Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12, speculation around the final contestant lineup is reaching a fever pitch. The show, hosted once again by Kiccha Sudeep, premieres on September 28 at 6:30 PM on Colors Kannada, with daily episodes airing from 9:30 PM.
While the official list remains under wraps, a viral social media leak has revealed a diverse mix of actors, comedians, influencers, and reality TV veterans expected to enter the house.
Names Circulating Online
Television & Film Personalities
- Ananya Amar – Reality show regular and celebrity interviewer
- Shweta Prasad – Confirmed her participation publicly
- Mouna Guddemane – Known for Charulata and Ramachari
- Shreyas Manju – Actor with rising popularity
- Karan Aryan, Kavya Shaiva, Spandana Somanna – Emerging talents from Kannada cinema
- Samarjit Lankesh – Gained fame through Gauri, son of filmmaker Indrajit Lankesh
Comedy & Digital Stars
- Huli Karthik – Comedy show standout
- Ghilli Nat – Reality show comedian
- Kakroch Sudhi – Known for quirky humor
- Tejas Gowda – YouTube and social media creator
- Divya Vasanth – News anchor with a controversial edge
Surprise Entrants
- Adviti Shetty – Long courted by Bigg Boss, reportedly accepted this season
- Others Rumored – Doctor Bro (Gagan Srinivas), Payal Chengappa, Arvind Ratan, Meghaa Shetty, Sameer M.D.
What’s Real and What’s Rumor?
Every year, dozens of names circulate ahead of the premiere—some genuine, others speculative. This year’s list appears unusually diverse, with contestants from folk music, numerology, indie cinema, and viral media. However, only the grand opening will confirm who actually walks through the Bigg Boss doors.
What to Expect This Season
In a recent promo, Sudeep reimagined the classic crow-and-fox fable, hinting at smarter gameplay and unexpected twists. With new dynamics promised, viewers can expect a season that challenges old strategies and rewards fresh thinking.