Bigg Boss 19 to feature AI influencer Kavya Mehra as first digital contestant: Report
Despite the buzz, it's uncertain how Kavya, being a digital entity, would interact with human contestants. The publication further quoted a source as saying, "While there has been a lot of news around the AI contestant, be it Kavya or Habubu, it's too early to confirm anything." Such uncertainties add to the intrigue surrounding this season's lineup.Other potential participants include YouTuber Purav Jha, Raj Kundra, Dhanashree Varma, Munmun Dutta and Faisal Shaikh, among others. This eclectic mix promises to deliver engaging content, keeping audiences on the edge of their seats.Actor Salman Khan will return as the host of 'Bigg Boss 19'. However, there are reports he may not stay for the entire season. Karan Johar, Farah Khan, and Anil Kapoor are considered as potential guest hosts. This move could further add to the show's dynamic appeal, aiming to boost TRP ratings.- Ends
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