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Bigg Boss 20 Full Contestants List: Mary Kom, Isha Rikhi, Mahhi Vij, Rhiya Ahir And More

Let's take a look at the reported Bigg Boss 20 contestants and what they are known for. 2 / 18 Mahhi Vij is the first contestant of Bigg Boss 20. Mahhi's entry into Bigg Boss 20 could mark another major reality-TV outing for the actress. Ahead of Bigg Boss 20, a promo featuring Isha also showed her discussing heartbreak and separation, further fuelling speculation around her personal life. His reported entry into Bigg Boss 20 would mark a return to the reality-TV format nearly two decades after his Fame Gurukul success.

Last Updated: September 05, 2026, 14:40 IST

1 / 18 Salman Khan is all set to return with the 20th season of his controversial yet popular show, Bigg Boss. Ahead of the grand premiere on Sunday, September 6, everyone is curious to know who all will be locked inside the house this year. The lineup reportedly features several television actors, social media content creators, sportspersons, singers and regional cinema stars. Let's take a look at the reported Bigg Boss 20 contestants and what they are known for.

2 / 18 Mahhi Vij is the first contestant of Bigg Boss 20. She is a popular television actress who has been part of the industry for nearly two decades. She became widely known for shows such as Laagi Tujhse Lagan, where she played Nakusha. She has also participated in reality shows like Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 4. Mahhi has appeared in television shows across different genres and has also worked in South Indian films. She is also known for her marriage to actor Jay Bhanushali, with whom she parted ways in 2025. Mahhi's entry into Bigg Boss 20 could mark another major reality-TV outing for the actress.

3 / 18 Another television actress who is set to enter Bigg Boss 20 house is Kanika Mann. She rose to fame for playing Guddan in Guddan Tumse Na Ho Payega, which established her as a recognisable face among daily-soap audiences. Kanika has also appeared in shows such as Roohaniyat and participated in reality television, including Khatron Ke Khiladi 12. She was also seen in the crime thriller web series Flight Attendant, which is currently available on Hungama OTT.

4 / 18 Aman Gandhi will also enter the Bigg Boss 20 house. He made his television debut with a dancing role in the 2016 youth show D4 - Get Up and Dance. Later, he also appeared in shows like Parineetii and Bhagya Lakshmi. Most recently, Aman was seen in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2, in which he played the role of Smriti Irani's Tulsi's son. Reportedly, he left the show to take part in Bigg Boss 20.

5 / 18 Isha Rikhi is a Punjabi actress and model who has worked predominantly in Punjabi cinema. She has appeared in films including Jatt Boys Putt Jattan De, Happy Go Lucky and Nikka Zaildar 2. She has also featured in Hindi entertainment projects. Isha has also attracted attention because of her recent separation with rapper Badshah. Ahead of Bigg Boss 20, a promo featuring Isha also showed her discussing heartbreak and separation, further fuelling speculation around her personal life.

6 / 18 Mary Kom needs no introduction. The celebrated Indian boxer is a six-time world champion and an Olympic medallist, making her one of the most accomplished athletes in the country's sporting history. Her reported participation in Bigg Boss 20 is particularly intriguing because she comes from a completely different world from television actors and influencers.

7 / 18 Rhiya Ahir recently grabbed headlines following her involvement in student protests. She is also set to participate in Bigg Boss 20. Speaking about her decision to join the reality show, Rhiya told Screen, “For Bigg Boss, I’m getting all the love. People from Punjab are also messaging me that they are voting for me. Honestly, I was reluctant to join Bigg Boss when the offer came, because of the image that has been created. I have responsibilities that come with it. And I don’t want to let anyone down. I am a people pleaser, maybe. I don’t want to let people down. I want to stand by what has happened. Little kids are looking up to me. So, I don’t want to misguide anyone in their lives."

8 / 18 Kushal Tanwar, popularly known as Gullu, is a reality-TV personality who has quickly become a familiar face among viewers of youth-oriented shows. He won MTV Roadies: Double Cross and subsequently emerged as a strong contestant in the reality-show circuit. His Roadies journey was marked by strategy, competition and his willingness to make bold moves. His Bigg Boss 20 entry comes soon after his Roadies victory, making him one of the newer reality stars in the lineup.

9 / 18 Tanmay Singh, better known online as Scout, is a popular Indian gaming content creator and streamer. He has built a massive following through gaming livestreams, esports-related content and collaborations. Scout is particularly associated with Battlegrounds Mobile India and the Indian gaming community. If he enters the house, Scout's gaming background, internet popularity and outspoken personality could make him one of the contestants to watch.

10 / 18 Arishfa Khan began her career as a child artiste and later became a popular social media creator and influencer. She has appeared in television shows and music videos and eventually established a substantial following on Instagram and YouTube. Arishfa has been associated with shows including Ek Veer Ki Ardaas...Veera and Meri Durga. Over the years, she transitioned from child actor to digital creator, building a younger fan base. She has over 29 million followers on Instagram.

11 / 18 Uditi Singh is a model and actress. While she may not have the same mainstream television recall as some of the other names on the list, her reported association with the show has generated interest. Uditi has also been linked to actor Karan Wahi in the past. If she enters the house, viewers will likely get to know more about her professional journey, personality and personal life through the show's unscripted format.

12 / 18 Amrapali Dubey is one of the biggest names in Bhojpuri cinema. She began her acting career in Hindi television before becoming a major star in Bhojpuri films. She has worked extensively with popular Bhojpuri actor-singer Dinesh Lal Yadav aka Nirahua, with their on-screen pairing becoming highly popular. Films such as Nirahua Hindustani, Patna Se Pakistan and Nirahua Chalal London are among her well-known projects.

13 / 18 Aasif Khan is an actor who rose to fame after he starred in the hit show, Panchayat. He played the role of Ganesh in The Viral Fever’s series on Prime Video, which also features Jitendra Kumar, Raghubir Yadav, Neena Gupta, Chandan Roy, Faisal Malik, and Sanvikaa, along with Durgesh Kumar, Ashok Pathak, Sunita Rajwar, and Pankaj Jha in significant roles.

14 / 18 Yung DSA is a rapper and emerging name from India's independent hip-hop scene. Unlike contestants coming from television or mainstream cinema, his identity is rooted in music and youth culture. Rap artists have increasingly found mainstream visibility through reality television, and Bigg Boss could provide Yung DSA with a much larger audience. His musical background may also bring a different energy to the house.

15 / 18 Love Gill is a Punjabi actress and model who started her career with music videos before moving into television and films. She completed her graduation from Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, and made her modelling debut with Karan Aujla’s song 'Facts'. She later featured in Punjabi music videos including 'Rakhdi' and 'Peg Sheg'. Love made her television debut with Zee Punjabi’s Tu Patang Main Dor before entering Punjabi cinema with Kuriyan Jawan Bapu Pareshaan. She subsequently appeared in films such as Haterz, Shakkar Paare and Vekhi Ja Chhedi Na.

16 / 18 Rhiti Tiwari is an actress and model. She has worked in the entertainment industry and is expected to bring a relatively fresh personality to the reality-show format. While she does not have the same level of mainstream recognition as some of the television veterans on the list, the Bigg Boss platform could help her reach a much wider audience.

17 / 18 Qazi Tauqeer shot to fame after winning the singing reality show Fame Gurukul in 2005. His victory made him one of the most recognisable reality-show singers of that era. He subsequently worked as a singer and performer, including appearances in music-related projects. His reported entry into Bigg Boss 20 would mark a return to the reality-TV format nearly two decades after his Fame Gurukul success.