Bigg Boss 17 Contestants List with Photos, Winner & More in 2024

Bigg Boss 17 Contestants List with Photos, Winner, Official Streaming Date, Audition Date and Prize

Bigg Boss 17 is here and fans are eagerly anticipating its release. The show’s first promo has already been released, introducing the ‘Dil, Dimag and Dum’ concept by host Salman Khan. With the success of Bigg Boss OTT 2, fans have high expectations for the upcoming season as well. Prominent figures like Ankita Lokhande and Manisha Rani have been rumoured to participate in the show.

The sixteenth season of Bigg Boss has just concluded with a big surprise. In Season 16, MC Stan lifted the winner trophy. Recently, Bigg Boss OTT 2 has ended, and Elvish Yadav has lifted the trophy. The highly anticipated reality show has been started. In the first week, the BB house fills with chaos as Isha Malviya accuses ex-Abhishek Kumar of physical violence.

The long-awaited reality television program, Bigg Boss 17, has finally revealed its official air date. One of Salman Khan’s highly anticipated shows has already started streaming since October 15, 2023. The show streams at 10 p.m. In the event of any potential delays, it will definitely commence in the first week of November. Moreover, Isha Malviya has been officially announced as the initial contestant for Bigg Boss 17. Additionally, the show has confirmed the audition date has been over. On Day 10, Aishwarya, Neil, Khaanzadi, Soniya, Sana, and Sunny were nominated for elimination.

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In the 17th season of Bigg Boss, there were several notable participants, including Ankita Lokhande, Vicky Jain, Soniya Bansal, Arun Mashettey, Sana Raees Khan, Navid Sole, Khaanzaadi, Anurag Dobhal, Jigna Vora, Sunny Arya, Mannara Chopra, Munawar Faruqui, Rinku Dhawan, and Abhishek Kumar.

Here is the list of Bigg Boss OTT Season 2 Contestants-

Bigg Boss 17: Promo

The promotional video provided a brief overview and idea of the show. In the video, Salman Khan showcased a transition between three different outfits and backgrounds. He mentioned, “In every season, only the exterior of Bigg Boss is visible, but this time, three avatars will be revealed – Heart, Mind, and Power.”

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Bigg Boss 17: Themes

The recent advertisement for the television show hosted by Salman Khan indicates that it will revolve around the theme and concept of ‘Dil, Dimag aur Dum.’ Internet users were thrilled after the advertisement aired yesterday, expressing their enthusiasm for this new concept of the show and their curiosity about the other aspects of Bigg Boss.

Bigg Boss Season 17 Starting Date details 

Bigg Boss 17 Contestants Lists

Here is the projected list of contestants for the 17th season of the popular reality show “Big Boss” in 2024. Despite the official participant lineup not being disclosed by the show organizers, the following individuals are expected to enter the Bigg Boss house. The final roster will be unveiled by Bigg Boss once the auditions have been conducted.

1.Ankita Lokhande

Actress Ankita Lokhande and her husband Vicky Jain have been contacted to join Bigg Boss season 17, a highly popular reality show in India hosted by Salman Khan. The couple has a large following on social media, with fans eagerly awaiting the announcement of the show’s participants. According to a recent report, the makers of BB17 have approached Ankita and Vicky to be part of the show.

2. Vicky Jain

A renowned businessman Vicky Jain is the husband of Ankita Lokhande, is ready to join the Bigg Boss 17 house. Vicky Jain has an MBA degree and he is one of the successful entrepreneurs. Currently, he is the managing Director ay Mahavir Inspire Group. The entrepreneur come businessman diversify in several sectors like coal trading, washer operations, logistics, power generation, diamonds, and real estate. He is a perfect match with Ankita Lokhande.

3. Soniya Bansal

Soniya Bansal is a famous Hollywood actress. She belongs to Agra. She kicked off her career as a model and debuted in Bollywood by holding the hand of Shakti Kapoor’s film, ‘Game 100 Crore Ka’ more than that she has also done South Indian films like Dheera in which she played a crucial role. Soniya also appears in several music videos at the top level. We have seen her in the web series ‘Shoorveer’ in which she played the role of Rim Choudhary.

4. Arun Mashettey

If you are aware with gaming industry, them the name Atun Mashettey is not unknown to you. Arun Srikant Mashettey is a popular gamer from the South. He plays games and encourages his followers to play games. In social media he has more than 6 lakh followers on Instagram. He is also a digital content creator in Hyderabad.

5. Sana Raees Khan 

Sana Raees Khan stepped into the Bigg Boss 17 house as the 7th confirmed participant in this most chaotic reality show. the profile of Sana is really shocking, she is a high-profile criminal lawyer popular for her current Khan Aryan Khan drug case. This lady is the one who represented Avin Sahu, he was the first co-victim to get secured bail in this drug case. When asked about her personality by the host Salman Khan, Sana elaborated on herself as ‘feisty’ and the one to believe in ‘fairness’. Netizens are also excited to see on that show.

6. Navid Sole

The most controversial entry in Bigg Bos 17 house is Navid Sole which has left everyone in splits. Navid mainly works as a pharmacist in London. This man has Italian and Persian origins. In this, the 29-year-old has 91.9k followers on social media. In this, his bio reads, “The Sassy Pharmacist”. he also tells funny and informative reels from his field. he hosts talk shows along with imminent personalities. Apart from this, Navid was also a part of dating the reality show who has named ‘Celebs go dating’.

7. Khaanzaadi

Feroza Khan, popularly known as Khanzaadi, last evening she entered the Bigg Boss 17 house. She is definitely one of the most famous rappers and a singer. She has constantly won the heart of his fans with her singing skills. Feroza had seen on rapping-based show Hustle 2.0. She competed against some of the most famous rappers and singers. In one word Khanzaadi describes herself as a ‘free bird’. Now he is ready to show his real personality.

8. Munawar Faruqui

Munawar Faruqui, the renowned Indian stand-up comedian, has recently emerged victorious in the TV reality show Lockup. He has also been confirmed as the first participant on the Bigg Boss 17 Contestants list. he previously participated in Bigg Boss and Khaton ke Khiladi. He couldn’t continue the shows due to prior commitments. However, he has a big amount of fanbase all over India.

9. Anurag Dobhal

In Bigg Boss 17, the rappers and YouTubers bring a trend, the makers of Bigg Boss 17 have roped in famous YouTuber Anurag Dobhal in Bigg Boss 17. Anurag Dobhal, popularly known as UK07 Rider is a famous motovlogger and social media influencer. He kicked off his career as a YouTuber in January 2018 and enjoyed 7.21 million YouTube subscribers. The popularity is just not restricted to YouTube subscribers. He is quite popular on Instagram. UK07 Rider is a 25-year-old individual recently living in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

10. Jigna Vora 

Jigna Vora is definitely one of the names that requires no introduction. She is mainly a former Indian journalist. She became a household name in recent names by getting to the web show and she made on her career. Now, her controversial life was portrayed by Karishma Tanna and Jigna Vora who have come into the limelight again. She became part of the controversy after the accused of having a connection with the murder of journalist Jyotirmoy Dey, getting booked under MCOCA.

11. Sunny Arya

Sunny Arya is famous as Tehelka Bhai. he is mainly a prankster. He used to play pranks on people, and share the content on social media and he massively became viral for his videos. He had spoken about getting to observe the people for playing any prank so that.

12. Mannara Chopra

Mannara Chopra, sacred on Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, and Kannada movies became the first contestant to visit the Bigg Boss 17 house. Apart from this, Mannara also has another identity as she is the maternal cousin of Priyanka Chopra. She has recently come into the news for a kiss controversy. At the time of film promotional event, ‘Thiragabadara Saami’, the filmmaker AS Ravi Kumar Chowdhury kissed her on the cheek. After this, the video went viral.

13. Rinku Dhawan

For two decades, Rinku Dhawan has been a crucial part of the show Showbiz, she also appeared in the shows, ‘Yeh Vada Raha, Gupta Brothers, and Na Bole Tum Na Maine Kuch kaha among others. She tied the knot with TV actor Kiran Karmakar with whom she shared screen in ‘Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii plated as his o-screen sister. In 2017, they got separated.

14. Abhishek Kumar

Abhishek Kumar, the actor became famous for playing the role of Amrik Singh Virk in the TV show “Udaariyan”, as he is set to reunite with his former Abhishek Pandey who also got fame for playing the role of Amrik Singh on “Udaariyan”. At the time of the serial, some speculations were created as Abhishek and Isha were in a relationship. The pair also used to share some mushy videos on social media.

15. Isha Malviya

Isha Malvita is a famous TV actress. Isha belongs to Madhya Pradesh. She is popular from her young days when she started as the youngest fashion model. She is currently 20 years old. As per sources, she is also going to be part of the show.

Bigg Boss 17 Audition 

Candidates will soon have the opportunity to apply for Bigg Boss. The audition process for Bigg Boss Season Seventeen will be overseen by Bigg Boss. In this article, we will provide information about the candidates who will be participating in the auditions for Bigg Boss 17, which is the Indian adaptation of Big Brother.

• The candidate must possess the desired qualities of a leader.
• Furthermore, it is important to note that the eligibility criteria for participating in Bigg Boss 17 require individuals to be a minimum of 18 years old.
• Additionally, it is required that you are a citizen of India and have a minimum age of 18 years, with the expectation that your age exceeds this threshold.
• And it is necessary for you to be a reputable individual. Additionally, you must ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria and possess the qualities required for the Bigg Boss 17 audition.
• The release date of Bigg Boss Season 17 is something you must be aware of. The Big Boss Booklet also includes details about additional criteria.

Bigg Boss OTT 2 Contestants May Participate in Bigg Boss 17

As per the sources, a minimum of 2 to 3 contestants may become part of Bigg Boss 17. As per the new report from TellyChakkar, the contestant who conquers the Big Boss OTT will become part of Bigg Boss Season 17.

We are guessing someone in between Elvish Yadav and Abhishek Malhan (Fukra Insaan) might become part of Bigg Boss Season 17. Apart from them, the new reports claim that Bebika Dhruve also become part of Bigg Boss Season 17. There is a high chance for Manisha Rani and Jiya Shankar to appear in Bigg Boss 17.

1. Elvish Yadav

Elvish Yadav, a renowned YouTuber and social media influencer, has emerged as a prominent figure in the digital entertainment sphere. With his unique blend of humor, storytelling, and social commentary, Elvish has captivated millions of viewers across the globe. His relatable content, often inspired by real-life situations, strikes a chord with audiences of all ages. Elvish’s comedic timing, witty dialogues, and engaging performances have garnered him a dedicated fanbase that eagerly awaits his every upload.

Beyond his YouTube channel, Elvish Yadav actively interacts with his followers on various social media platforms, showcasing his down-to-earth personality and genuine connection with his audience. As an influential content creator, Elvish continues to entertain and inspire millions, solidifying his position as a leading digital entertainer. Elvish Yadav became the winner of Bigg Boss OTT 2 and got Rs. 25 lakhs, and a trophy.

2. Abhishek Malhan 

Abhishek Malhan popularly known as Fukra Insan is going to participate in Bigg Boss OTT 2. he is a popular gamer, YouTuber, and musician. Fukra Insaan became popular from his YouTube Channel, she mainly shared content related to entertaining videos. Abhishek Malhan has become the first runner-up of Bigg Boss OTT 2.

3. Manisha Rani 

The cute social media star belongs to Bihar. In Bigg Boss OTT 2, she is going to participate as a contestant. the lady already becomes a center point of comparison with Shenaaz Gill, and Archana Gautam. Previously, she had seen in The Kapil Shghrama Show and Dance India Dance. Her social media posts and reels in Bhojpuri made her very famous. Manisha Rani becomes the second runner-up of Bigg Boss OTT 2.

Bigg Boss 17: How to watch

The popular reality show Bigg Boss will entertain its fans through television channel Colors TV and Jio Cinema. The scheduled time for the show will be from 9 pm to 11:30 pm, similar to previous seasons. Additionally, fans will have the chance to watch the show’s live coverage on the OTT platform.

Bigg Boss 17 host

As with the pre­vious 13 seasons, the popular reality show Bigg Boss will once­ again be hosted by superstar Salman Khan. The­ show has garnered a dedicate­d following largely due to Salman Khan’s immense­ popularity and his ability to captivate fans with his charm and quick wit. This season of Bigg Boss promises to be­ no different as viewe­rs eagerly anticipate Salman Khan’s e­ntertaining hosting style.

Bigg Boss Season 17 Prize Money 

For this 17^th season, the prize money is the same as the season 16. However, this season will be a great price increase from season 16. The prices are not announced by Colors TV. The Big Boss has always been popular for offering the contestants great prizes including money packages and it will be no different in season 17 of Big Boss. 

The prize money will be declared at the time of Bigg Boss sometime. The candidates will also get many interesting gifts.  

Bigg Boss 17 Date of Starting

The official pre­miere date for the­ highly debated reality show Bigg Boss 17 hasn’t be­en announced yet. Season 17 kicked off on October 15, 2023. Howe­ver, news reports indicate that it might start airing towards the end of October 2023. In comparison, the­ previous season, Bigg Boss 16, began on October 1st, 2022 and concluded by mid-February 2023. Similarly, fans can anticipate Bigg Boss 17 to run for approximate­ly four months and conclude in February.

Latest Updates

• Ankita Lokhande was eliminated from the Bigg Boss 17 finale
• Munawar Faruqui has won the trophy of Bigg Boss 17
• Arun Mashettey and Mannara Chopra will take an wild card entry
• Bigg Boss Grand Finale will happen on January 28, 2024
• Mannara Chopra opens up her wish to host Khatron Ki Khiladi
• Vicky Jain has been eliminated from the Bigg Boss 17 house
• Orry, Bharti, and harsh are set to host Bigg Boss 17 grand finale
• Isha Malviya has been evicted from the race.
• Munwar Faruqui trolled Vicky Jain and says, ‘Ye yahaan Biwi ke naam pe hai’.
• Vicky Jain and Ayesha Khan are the next contestant to exit from Bigg Boss 17 house.
• Samarth Jurel asks Salman Khan;s decision on ringing back Abhishek Kumar in Bigg Boss 17 house.
• Ankita Lokhande and Munawar Faruqui will be in a final face off.
• Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain have again found at chucklehead.
• Karan Johar asks Vicky why he is not supporting Ankita.
• Munawar Faruqui, Ankita Lokhande, Abhishek Kumar, Arun Srikant Mashettey, Isha Malviya, and Vicky Jain are qualified for the final of Bigg Boss 17.
• Munawar Faruqui becomes emotional after his sister steps into the Bigg Boss house set.
• Vicky Jain may be evicted from Bigg Boss 17 house
• Vicky Jain’s mother believes it was a mistake to participate with Ankita Lokhande on this show.
• Abhishek Kumar and Munawar Faruqui have engaged in a feud
• Salman Khan requests Bigg Boss makers to give fans a chance to take an entry into the Bigg Boss 17 house
• Abhishek Kumar has been eliminated from the Bigg Boss 17 house.
• Munawar Faruqui and Ayesha Khan have engaged for a battle
• Anurag Dobhal opens up with his humiliating ‘walk of shame’ activity wasn’t exposed on TV
• With Samarth Jurel, Isha Malviya betrayed Abhishek Kumar.
• Mannara Chopra has challenged Munawar Faruqui
• Munawar Faruqui has proposed Ayesha Khan infront of national TV while Netizens told, ‘Brother is the mastermind’.
• Aoora opens up about his discomfort while kissing Ayesha Khan.
• Aishwarya Sharma was evicted from the Bigg Boss 17 house.
• Aishwarya Sharma criticizes Isha Malviya after her elimination from Bigg Boss 17.
• Mannara Chopra invokes Munawar Faruqui as a  ‘hypocrite’.
• Anurag Dobhal is the new name in the elimination list.
• Munawar’s present girlfriend Nazila Sitaishi has broken relationship with him.
• Ankita Lokhande and Mannara Chopra have engaged for a battle again
• The wild card participant Ayesha Khan opens up about her alleged relationship with Munawar Faruqui.
• Ayesha Khan is the next wild card entry in Bigg Boss 17
• Feroza Khan aka Khanzaadi has been evicted from Bigg Boss 17 house.
• Khanzaadi is the new name on the eviction list of Bigg Boss 17.
• Munawar Faruqui becomes the first captain of the Bigg Boss house.
• Ankita cries as Vicky insults her for not cooking well for him.
• Munawar Faruqui has opened up about his broken marriage.
• Vicky Jain says to Ankita Lokhande that Khanzadi cooks best in between fights.
• Sana Raees has been eliminated from the Bigg Boss 17 house.
• Salman Khan has given threat to Abhishek Kumar
• Isha Malviya is the next participant to be evicted from Bigg Boss 17 house.
• Vicky and Ankita have shifted to Dum House
• Ankita Lokhande collapses after a fight with Mannara Chopra.
• Sunny Arya aka Tehelka Bhai slams Abhishek Kumar for their fight
• Sunny Arya released from Bigg Boss 17 house.
• Anjali Arora will take a  wild card entry in Bigg Boss 17 house.
• Sunny Arya popularly known as Tehlka Bhai wants to be kicked out of the show.
• Anurag Dobhal will take Voluntarily leave from the show by paying a penalty of Rs. 2 Crore
• Munnawar Faruqui became the king of the week in BB17 house

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