The countdown to Bigg Boss 20 has begun, and speculation around the contestant lineup is reaching a fever pitch. Hosted by Salman Khan, the 20th season of the popular reality show is scheduled to premiere on September 6, 2026, on Colors TV and JioHotstar. While the official housemate list is yet to be fully revealed, several celebrity names are reportedly in the mix.
This season's reported lineup includes television actors, social media personalities, singers, reality-show winners and even a sporting legend.
Faisal Khan
One of the most talked-about names is Faisal Khan, brother of Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan. His possible entry has attracted considerable attention, particularly following recent reports about his relationship with his family and his public comments about moving past previous differences. However, his participation should still be treated as a report until officially confirmed.
Rhiya Ahir vs Love Gill
A major twist this season is “Fans Ka Faisla”, through which viewers can reportedly decide one contestant's entry.
Model and actor Rhiya Ahir, who became widely known following a viral video connected to Mumbai protests, is competing against Punjabi actor-model Love Gill for a place in the Bigg Boss house. The winner will be decided through audience voting.
Mary Kom
Perhaps the biggest surprise in the rumour mill is legendary boxer Mary Kom. The six-time World Amateur Boxing Champion and Olympic bronze medallist is reportedly linked to the show and could make her reality-TV debut with Salman Khan. Her reported inclusion would bring a completely different personality to a house otherwise dominated by entertainment and social-media figures.
Other Names in the Buzz
Several other names have emerged in reports surrounding Bigg Boss 20. They include:
Karan Wahi
Uditi Singh
Kushal Tanwar aka Gullu
Qazi Touqeer
Arishfa Khan
Yung DSA aka Yeda Yung
Isha Rikhi
Mahhi Vij
Aman Gandhi
Geeta Basra
Amrapali Dubey
Rohed Khan
Showik Chakraborty
Rhiti Tiwari
Recent reports have also suggested that Karan Wahi and Uditi Singh could both be associated with the season, while Isha Rikhi and several other names have appeared in reported contestant lists.
Bigg Boss 20 Premiere Date
With the premiere scheduled for September 6, anticipation is now at its peak. The reported contestant mix suggests that the season could feature a combination of established television stars, influencers, reality personalities and unexpected public figures.
However, fans should remember that rumoured, reportedly confirmed and officially confirmed are not the same thing. The final lineup will only be certain once the show's makers officially introduce the contestants.
For now, Faisal Khan, Rhiya Ahir, Mary Kom and the other reported names have given fans plenty to speculate about ahead of Salman Khan's return to the Bigg Boss stage.
