Indian reality television is about to make history. The reality show Bigg Boss is gearing up for a major multi-language rollout next month, with five regional editions set to premiere simultaneously on September 6 for the first time. For the first time, the reality show will launch its Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada editions simultaneously nationwide on September 6.
The Big Four — Hosts & Their Editions
Salman Khan will return as the host of the flagship Hindi edition, Bigg Boss 20. Mohanlal will host Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8, while Vijay Sethupathi returns for Bigg Boss Tamil Season 10. Kiccha Sudeepa will present Bigg Boss Kannada Season 13, while Nagarjuna is set to lead the Telugu edition.
| Edition | Season | Host | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bigg Boss Hindi | Season 20 | Salman Khan | JioHotstar & Colors TV |
| Bigg Boss Tamil | Season 10 | Vijay Sethupathi | JioHotstar & Star Vijay |
| Bigg Boss Malayalam | Season 8 | Mohanlal | JioHotstar & Asianet |
| Bigg Boss Kannada | Season 13 | Kichcha Sudeep | JioHotstar |
| Bigg Boss Telugu | New Season | Nagarjuna | JioHotstar |
A Historic Pan-India Moment
In a historic move, the makers of Bigg Boss are set to premiere their Hindi, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam editions on the same date. The franchise has built a strong following across languages, with its regional versions attracting millions of viewers and generating significant engagement on streaming platforms. By bringing the Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada editions together on the same day, the network is looking to create a nationwide Bigg Boss moment.
Bigg Boss 20 — Salman Khan Is Back
The makers shared the trailer of Bigg Boss Hindi, which opened with an intense battle between two warriors before Salman Khan made a powerful entry, bringing the duel to an unexpected halt. The trailer set the tone for what promises to be an intense and high-stakes twentieth season of the flagship Hindi edition.
Salman unveiled the season’s defining theme, hinting at a game where every decision carries greater significance and every contestant will be challenged to play like never before. With this, the makers announced that Season 20 will premiere on September 6.
Bigg Boss Tamil Season 10 — Vijay Sethupathi Continues
The upcoming Season 10 of Bigg Boss Tamil will have a grand launch on September 6 on JioHotstar and Star Vijay. The actor Vijay Sethupathi is set to host the show. Building excitement for the tenth season, the makers recently released a promo featuring Vijay Sethupathi, which has generated strong buzz across social media, setting the tone for a celebratory new chapter of Bigg Boss Tamil.
Vijay Sethupathi first stepped into the hosting role from Season 8 of Bigg Boss Tamil, taking over from Kamal Haasan who hosted the first seven seasons.
Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 — Mohanlal Returns
The upcoming Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 is set to premiere on September 6 on JioHotstar and Asianet. Superstar Mohanlal returns as the host for the new season. A new promo featuring Lal Jr and Kunchan officially announced the date on the Instagram handle of JioHotstar.
The season carries the tagline, “Winning alone is not enough; you have to keep winning.”
Bigg Boss Kannada Season 13 — Kichcha Sudeep Clocks Another Year
The Bigg Boss Kannada Season 13 will be hosted by Kichcha Sudeep, marking his ninth consecutive year hosting the reality show. Sudeep’s unbroken association with the Kannada edition has made him one of the most consistent faces of the entire Bigg Boss franchise across all languages.
Key Details at a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Premiere Date | September 6, 2026 |
| Editions Premiering Together | Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Telugu |
| Streaming Platform | JioHotstar |
| Bigg Boss Hindi Season | 20 |
| Bigg Boss Tamil Season | 10 |
| Bigg Boss Malayalam Season | 8 |
| Bigg Boss Kannada Season | 13 |
| Production Company | Endemol Shine India |
Why This Is a Big Deal
The simultaneous pan-India premiere is an unprecedented move for the Bigg Boss franchise. Historically, the various regional editions have launched across different dates and windows, making this a first-of-its-kind coordinated rollout that signals the franchise’s growing ambition as a truly national reality television event — not just a Hindi primetime staple.
With four superstar hosts fronting four beloved editions on a single date, September 6 is shaping up to be one of the biggest days in Indian reality television history.
