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Bigg Boss 20: Mahhi Vij, Isha Rikhi to Mary Kom, confirmed list of contestants on Salman Khan's reality show

Updated On: 05 September, 2026 06:47 PM IST | Shruti Sampat

The wait is over! Bigg Boss  20 is all set to premiere, and we now know the star-studded list of contestants who have entered the reality show. Get ready to meet the politicians, influencers, and celebrities who are all set to get locked in the controversial house. From Mahhi Vij, Isha Rikhi to Mary Kom, have a look at the final contestant list of Bigg Boss 20

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Contestant list of Bigg Boss 20 (Pictures via Instagram)
Contestant list of Bigg Boss 20 (Pictures via Instagram)
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Mahhi Vij is a familiar face in Hindi television and has worked extensively as an actress and model. She has appeared in several popular television shows and has been part of the Hindi TV industry for years. Apart from acting, Mahhi has also been associated with the reality-TV space, making her familiar with the demands of non-fiction television. Her public profile has also been shaped by her marriage to actor Jay Bhanushali and their family life, which has frequently been followed by television and entertainment audiences. She came in buzz due to her divorce after decade long marriage
Mahhi Vij is a familiar face in Hindi television and has worked extensively as an actress and model. She has appeared in several popular television shows and has been part of the Hindi TV industry for years. Apart from acting, Mahhi has also been associated with the reality-TV space, making her familiar with the demands of non-fiction television. Her public profile has also been shaped by her marriage to actor Jay Bhanushali and their family life, which has frequently been followed by television and entertainment audiences. She came in buzz due to her divorce after decade long marriage
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Kanika Mann is a popular Hindi television actress and model who rose to prominence with Guddan Tumse Na Ho Payega, where she played the titular character Guddan. The show established her as one of the recognisable young faces of Hindi television. She subsequently explored reality television and participated in Khatron Ke Khiladi, giving her experience beyond scripted shows. Kanika also enjoys a strong social-media following, making her popular among younger television viewers. Her combination of acting experience, reality-show exposure and digital popularity gives her a strong profile for celebrity-based formats. The actress was last seen in Naagin 7 as a dragon
Kanika Mann is a popular Hindi television actress and model who rose to prominence with Guddan Tumse Na Ho Payega, where she played the titular character Guddan. The show established her as one of the recognisable young faces of Hindi television. She subsequently explored reality television and participated in Khatron Ke Khiladi, giving her experience beyond scripted shows. Kanika also enjoys a strong social-media following, making her popular among younger television viewers. Her combination of acting experience, reality-show exposure and digital popularity gives her a strong profile for celebrity-based formats. The actress was last seen in Naagin 7 as a dragon
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Isha Rikhi is an actress best known for her work in Punjabi cinema, while she has also appeared in Hindi films. She was seen in the Bollywood film Nawabzaade and has built a career primarily through Punjabi movies. Over the years, she has maintained a relatively private public image, although her personal life has attracted considerable attention because of her marriage and divorce with rapper Badshah. Her combination of regional-film experience and Bollywood exposure gives her a distinctive profile among entertainment personalities.
Isha Rikhi is an actress best known for her work in Punjabi cinema, while she has also appeared in Hindi films. She was seen in the Bollywood film Nawabzaade and has built a career primarily through Punjabi movies. Over the years, she has maintained a relatively private public image, although her personal life has attracted considerable attention because of her marriage and divorce with rapper Badshah. Her combination of regional-film experience and Bollywood exposure gives her a distinctive profile among entertainment personalities.
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M.C. Mary Kom, whose full name is Mangte Chungneijang Mary Kom, is one of India’s most celebrated boxers. Hailing from Manipur, she rose to international prominence through her remarkable achievements in amateur boxing. She is a six-time World Boxing Champion and won a bronze medal at the 2012 London Olympics. Mary Kom also created history by becoming the first Indian woman boxer to win Asian Games gold and has been honoured with the Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan. Her journey from a modest background to becoming a global sporting icon has made her one of India’s most inspirational athletes. Her divorce and allegations were in news for a long time.
M.C. Mary Kom, whose full name is Mangte Chungneijang Mary Kom, is one of India’s most celebrated boxers. Hailing from Manipur, she rose to international prominence through her remarkable achievements in amateur boxing. She is a six-time World Boxing Champion and won a bronze medal at the 2012 London Olympics. Mary Kom also created history by becoming the first Indian woman boxer to win Asian Games gold and has been honoured with the Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan. Her journey from a modest background to becoming a global sporting icon has made her one of India’s most inspirational athletes. Her divorce and allegations were in news for a long time.
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Aamrapali Dubey is one of the leading actresses in Bhojpuri cinema. She began her acting career on television, appearing in shows such as Saat Phere – Saloni Ka Safar and Rehna Hai Teri Palkon Ki Chhaon Mein. She later made her Bhojpuri film debut with Nirahua Hindustani in 2014, which became an important turning point in her career. She went on to feature in several successful Bhojpuri films, including Nirahua Hindustani 2, Border, Nirahua Hindustani 3, Nirahua Chalal London, Sher Singh and Doli Saja Ke Rakhna. Over the years, she has established herself as a prominent face of the Bhojpuri entertainment industry. Recently on Bhojpuri Bawaal, Aamrapali talked about her wish to embrace motherhood.
Aamrapali Dubey is one of the leading actresses in Bhojpuri cinema. She began her acting career on television, appearing in shows such as Saat Phere – Saloni Ka Safar and Rehna Hai Teri Palkon Ki Chhaon Mein. She later made her Bhojpuri film debut with Nirahua Hindustani in 2014, which became an important turning point in her career. She went on to feature in several successful Bhojpuri films, including Nirahua Hindustani 2, Border, Nirahua Hindustani 3, Nirahua Chalal London, Sher Singh and Doli Saja Ke Rakhna. Over the years, she has established herself as a prominent face of the Bhojpuri entertainment industry. Recently on Bhojpuri Bawaal, Aamrapali talked about her wish to embrace motherhood. 
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Kushal Tanwar, popularly known as Gullu, is a reality-show personality who has been associated with MTV’s youth reality-show circuit. He is known for his participation in Roadies and Splitsvilla, and his experience in competitive reality formats gives him an understanding of tasks, alliances and interpersonal dynamics. His background makes him particularly suited to celebrity reality television, where contestants are often required to balance physical challenges with social gameplay. His existing reality-TV identity could also make him familiar to viewers who regularly follow MTV’s youth-oriented shows
Kushal Tanwar, popularly known as Gullu, is a reality-show personality who has been associated with MTV’s youth reality-show circuit. He is known for his participation in Roadies and Splitsvilla, and his experience in competitive reality formats gives him an understanding of tasks, alliances and interpersonal dynamics. His background makes him particularly suited to celebrity reality television, where contestants are often required to balance physical challenges with social gameplay. His existing reality-TV identity could also make him familiar to viewers who regularly follow MTV’s youth-oriented shows
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Aasif Khan is an actor who rose to prominence with his performance as Ganesh in Panchayat, the popular comedy-drama series created by The Viral Fever (TVF) for Prime Video. Set in rural Uttar Pradesh, the show features an ensemble cast including 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. Aasif’s portrayal of Ganesh has helped him gain recognition among audiences.
Aasif Khan is an actor who rose to prominence with his performance as Ganesh in Panchayat, the popular comedy-drama series created by The Viral Fever (TVF) for Prime Video. Set in rural Uttar Pradesh, the show features an ensemble cast including 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. Aasif’s portrayal of Ganesh has helped him gain recognition among audiences.
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Arishfa Khan started her career as a child actor and subsequently developed a strong presence as a digital creator, model and social-media personality. She appeared on television at a young age, including in Chhal – Sheh Aur Maat. Over time, she expanded her work into digital content and built a substantial following among younger audiences. Her career reflects the changing entertainment landscape, where social-media creators have become celebrities in their own right. With experience in television as well as digital content creation, Arishfa has established herself as a recognisable youth-oriented entertainment personality
 Arishfa Khan started her career as a child actor and subsequently developed a strong presence as a digital creator, model and social-media personality. She appeared on television at a young age, including in Chhal – Sheh Aur Maat. Over time, she expanded her work into digital content and built a substantial following among younger audiences. Her career reflects the changing entertainment landscape, where social-media creators have become celebrities in their own right. With experience in television as well as digital content creation, Arishfa has established herself as a recognisable youth-oriented entertainment personality
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Actor and Politician Manoj Tiwari's daughter, Rhiti Tiwari is all set to enter the Bigg Boss 20 house. Rhiti is a singer and songwriter. Rhiti will be making her reality TV debut with the show. Interestingly, even Manoj Tiwari had participated in season 4 of Salman Khan's show
Actor and Politician Manoj Tiwari's daughter, Rhiti Tiwari is all set to enter the Bigg Boss 20 house. Rhiti is a singer and songwriter. Rhiti will be making her reality TV debut with the show. Interestingly, even Manoj Tiwari had participated in season 4 of Salman Khan's show
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Uditi Singh is an actress and model who has worked across modelling, music videos and entertainment projects. She was in relationship with Karan Wahi. She has featured in popular music videos, including Himesh Reshammiya’s Surroor 2021. She was also seen alongside actor Mohsin Khan in the music video Bewafai Nu Salaam, sung by Raj Barman. Uditi has gradually built visibility through her screen appearances and social-media presence. She is also known for her association with the entertainment industry beyond traditional television and films, making her part of the newer generation of personalities gaining recognition through music videos and digital platforms
Uditi Singh is an actress and model who has worked across modelling, music videos and entertainment projects. She was in relationship with Karan Wahi. She has featured in popular music videos, including Himesh Reshammiya’s Surroor 2021. She was also seen alongside actor Mohsin Khan in the music video Bewafai Nu Salaam, sung by Raj Barman. Uditi has gradually built visibility through her screen appearances and social-media presence. She is also known for her association with the entertainment industry beyond traditional television and films, making her part of the newer generation of personalities gaining recognition through music videos and digital platforms
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Aman Gandhi is a Hindi television actor who began his acting journey after moving from Delhi to Mumbai. Interestingly, before pursuing acting professionally, he worked as an assistant manager at an automobile company. He made his television debut with D4 – Get Up and Dance and subsequently appeared in shows such as Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya, Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi, Sasural Simar Ka and Kundali Bhagya. He gained wider recognition with his role as Daksh Munshi in Naagin 3. He has also appeared in Daayan, Prem Bandhan and Bhagya Lakshmi, where he played Ayushmaan “Ayush” Chopra. The actor has been currently playing the character of Hrithik Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2.
Aman Gandhi is a Hindi television actor who began his acting journey after moving from Delhi to Mumbai. Interestingly, before pursuing acting professionally, he worked as an assistant manager at an automobile company. He made his television debut with D4 – Get Up and Dance and subsequently appeared in shows such as Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya, Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi, Sasural Simar Ka and Kundali Bhagya. He gained wider recognition with his role as Daksh Munshi in Naagin 3. He has also appeared in Daayan, Prem Bandhan and Bhagya Lakshmi, where he played Ayushmaan “Ayush” Chopra. The actor has been currently playing the character of Hrithik Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2. 
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Rhiya Ahir is a 27-year-old Mumbai model, actor, and entrepreneur who became an overnight internet sensation in July 2026. She gained widespread fame after single-handedly blocking a police van during a student protest, successfully freeing 20 detained youths. Following her viral rise, she faced severe online harassment and deepfake controversies. In August 2026, she drew media scrutiny during a televised debate regarding national symbols. She is currently a highly discussed potential contestant for the reality show Bigg Boss 20.
Rhiya Ahir is a 27-year-old Mumbai model, actor, and entrepreneur who became an overnight internet sensation in July 2026. She gained widespread fame after single-handedly blocking a police van during a student protest, successfully freeing 20 detained youths. Following her viral rise, she faced severe online harassment and deepfake controversies. In August 2026, she drew media scrutiny during a televised debate regarding national symbols. She is currently a highly discussed potential contestant for the reality show Bigg Boss 20.
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Qazi Ahmad Tauqeer, popularly known as Qazi Touqeer, rose to fame after winning the singing reality show Fame Gurukul in 2005 alongside Ruprekha Banerjee. His victory made him a popular face among television audiences during the peak era of singing reality shows. Qazi subsequently continued performing and has been associated with music in Hindi, Urdu and Kashmiri. His journey is particularly significant because he became a household name through a reality format, giving him familiarity with the competitive and highly public nature of reality television.
Qazi Ahmad Tauqeer, popularly known as Qazi Touqeer, rose to fame after winning the singing reality show Fame Gurukul in 2005 alongside Ruprekha Banerjee. His victory made him a popular face among television audiences during the peak era of singing reality shows. Qazi subsequently continued performing and has been associated with music in Hindi, Urdu and Kashmiri. His journey is particularly significant because he became a household name through a reality format, giving him familiarity with the competitive and highly public nature of reality television.
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Lovepreet Gill is an actor and entertainment personality with a background in the Punjabi entertainment industry. He first gained attention through his appearance in a music video associated with singer Karan Aujla before moving towards acting. His work in Punjabi cinema helped him establish a profile beyond music videos, while his participation in a major Hindi reality-show environment has brought him a wider national audience. His journey from music videos to regional cinema and then mainstream reality television makes him an interesting example of a regional entertainment personality expanding his reach. Love Gill's name mired in controversy with Punjabi actor Gurpreet Ghugi.
Lovepreet Gill is an actor and entertainment personality with a background in the Punjabi entertainment industry. He first gained attention through his appearance in a music video associated with singer Karan Aujla before moving towards acting. His work in Punjabi cinema helped him establish a profile beyond music videos, while his participation in a major Hindi reality-show environment has brought him a wider national audience. His journey from music videos to regional cinema and then mainstream reality television makes him an interesting example of a regional entertainment personality expanding his reach. Love Gill's name mired in controversy with Punjabi actor Gurpreet Ghugi. 
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Rohed Khan is an Austrian actor and martial artist who plays powerful villainous roles in Bollywood. He made a strong Hindi film debut as the main antagonist, Sarqalam, in the action movie Tejas (2023). He then expanded his Bollywood filmography by appearing in the high-profile action thriller Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (2024) and the drama Sarzameen. Known for his karate skills, he performs his own intense stunts in these action-packed Hindi films.
Rohed Khan is an Austrian actor and martial artist who plays powerful villainous roles in Bollywood. He made a strong Hindi film debut as the main antagonist, Sarqalam, in the action movie Tejas (2023). He then expanded his Bollywood filmography by appearing in the high-profile action thriller Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (2024) and the drama Sarzameen. Known for his karate skills, he performs his own intense stunts in these action-packed Hindi films.
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Harsh Machare, popularly known as Yung DSA, is associated with the digital and creator ecosystem. Unlike conventional television or film celebrities, his recognition comes largely from the online entertainment space. He represents the growing generation of internet personalities who have built audiences through digital platforms. His potential USP in a celebrity reality format would be his digital-native identity, younger audience base and familiarity with online entertainment culture. As detailed mainstream biographical information about him is relatively limited, his specific projects and achievements should be verified through his official social-media profiles before publication.
Harsh Machare, popularly known as Yung DSA, is associated with the digital and creator ecosystem. Unlike conventional television or film celebrities, his recognition comes largely from the online entertainment space. He represents the growing generation of internet personalities who have built audiences through digital platforms. His potential USP in a celebrity reality format would be his digital-native identity, younger audience base and familiarity with online entertainment culture. As detailed mainstream biographical information about him is relatively limited, his specific projects and achievements should be verified through his official social-media profiles before publication.
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Tanmay Singh, better known as ScoutOP, is one of the prominent personalities from India’s gaming and esports ecosystem. He built his reputation through competitive gaming, livestreaming and content creation, particularly around the PUBG Mobile/Battlegrounds Mobile India ecosystem. His popularity extends beyond gaming because of his strong online fan base and distinctive creator personality. ScoutOP represents the rise of gaming personalities as mainstream celebrities and could bring a younger, internet-first audience to a reality-show environment
Tanmay Singh, better known as ScoutOP, is one of the prominent personalities from India’s gaming and esports ecosystem. He built his reputation through competitive gaming, livestreaming and content creation, particularly around the PUBG Mobile/Battlegrounds Mobile India ecosystem. His popularity extends beyond gaming because of his strong online fan base and distinctive creator personality. ScoutOP represents the rise of gaming personalities as mainstream celebrities and could bring a younger, internet-first audience to a reality-show environment

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