Apoorva Mukhija To Participate In Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 19? Know Here
Reportedly, television actresses Gautami Kapoor and Moon Banerjee are also in talks with the makers of Bigg Boss 19.
It is no secret that Bigg Boss is soon returning with its season 19. While everyone is eager to know who will be locked inside the house this time, it has now been reported that Apoorva Mukhija is likely to participate in the upcoming season. If a report by Siasat is to be believed, Mukhija, popularly known as The Rebel Kid, has been approached by the makers of Salman Khan's controversial reality show. However, there is no official confirmation regarding Apoorva's participation as of now.
The report also claimed that besides Apoorva, television actresses Gautami Kapoor and Moon Banerjee are also in talks with the makers of the show. Reportedly, Daisy Shah, who was also seen in Khatron Ke Khiladi 13, is also likely to be one of the confirmed contestants of Bigg Boss 19.
Munmun Dutta Aka Babita Ji Also Approached For Bigg Boss 19?
On Tuesday, a report by ETimes claimed that Munmun Dutta, popularly known for playing the role of Babita Ji in the show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, is also likely to participate in Bigg Boss 19. According to sources close to the production, Munmun has once again been approached by the show's creators.
Interestingly, this isn't her first brush with Bigg Boss. Over the years, Munmun has been approached multiple times to participate but has consistently declined. Now, with talks surfacing again, fans are left wondering—could 2025 finally mark her entry into the Salman Khan-hosted reality show?
Was Bigg Boss 19 Supposed To Get Cancelled?
Previously, uncertainty loomed over the upcoming season of Bigg Boss. After the reports of an alleged rift between Colors TV and the show's production house, Banijay Asia, made headlines, it was said that the season 19 of Salman Khan's controversial reality show might be cancelled.
However, last month, a report by Pinkvilla claimed that Bigg Boss 19 is definitely happening and will be produced by Endemol Shine India. Reportedly, Salman Khan has also been confirmed as the host for another season, and he will begin shooting the first promo in June end. The show is likely to go on air in July. However, an official confirmation from the makers regarding Bigg Boss 19 is still awaited.
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