Bigg Boss 17 new season’s players pack a variety, as dubbed by the host, they are way more explosive than a bomb this time and will have to use their dil, dimaag aur dum (heart, brain and strength) during their time on the show.
From Ankita Lokhande and her husband Vikki Jain to comedian Munawar Faruqui, former journalist Jigna Vora and more, here’s everything you need to know about this season and its contestants.
Here’s the list of BB17 contestants
Abhishek Kumar and Isha Malviya
Udaariyaan’s Abhishek Kumar and Isha Malviya have entered the show. Together they make the most controversial jodi of this season.
Rinku Dhawan
Actor Rinku Dhawan entered the Bigg Boss 17 house and left people surprised. She is best known for Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii.
Arun Mashettey
YouTube gamer Arun Mashettey also entered the house. With over 602k followers on Instagram, Arun is one of the popular content creators from Hyderabad.
Sunny Arya
Also known as Tehelka Bhai, Sunny Arya hails from New Delhi. The renowned comedian is best known for his funny videos on his YouTube channel, Tehelka Prank.
Khanzaadi
Firoza Khan, popularly known as Khanzaadi, is a rapper, singer and songwriter from Assam. She previously appeared on MTV Hustle 2.0.
Soniya Bansal
Actor, and model Soniya Bansal brings her game to the new season of Bigg Boss. She made her debut in Bollywood with the film Game 100 Crore Ka, alongside Rahul Roy and Shakti Kapoor.
Jigna Vora
Hansal Mehta’s Scoop fame Jigna Vora joined the show as a former journalist.
Sana Raees Khan
Criminal lawyer Sana Raees Khan reportedly joined the show after former Miss India, actor Manasvi Mamgai backed out. Sana is best known for fighting the alleged drug case involving Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan Khan.
Anurag Dobhal
Anurag Dobhal is a YouTuber and popular influencer on social media. He goes by the name The UK07 Rider. Originally from Dehradun, he rose to fame with his moniker ever since he joined the industry in 2018.
Munawar Faruqui
The winner of Kangana Ranaut-hosted Lock Upp season 1, Munawar Faruqui, has entered the Bigg Boss’ house. He is the strongest contestant of the season.
Ankita Lokhande and Vikki Jain
Actor Ankita Lokhande and her husband-businessman Vikki Jain will be showcasing their unfiltered side on the show. Dubbed as one of the perfect couples of the industry, the two are expected to open up about their relationship and past.