Bigg Boss 17, the most awaited reality show of the year, is all set to premiere on October 15, 2023, with Salman Khan as the host. The show will feature singles and couples as contestants, who will live in a lavish house for four months and compete for the coveted trophy and prize money. The show will also have a theme of Dil, Dimag, and Dum, which means heart, mind, and courage.
But who are the celebrities who will enter the house of drama and entertainment this season? Who are the confirmed contestants of Bigg Boss 17? Well, we have got you covered. Here is the list of the confirmed contestants of BB 17, along with their photos and brief profiles.
Bigg Boss 17 Confirmed Contestants With Photos
Anjali Arora
She is an Indian model and actress who is known for her lip sync videos that she posts on different social media platforms. She came into the limelight after her dancing video on ‘Kacha Badam’ song went viral on internet. She has also featured in a number of hit Punjabi songs like ‘Temporary Pyar’, ‘Aashiq Purana’, and ‘PAUNE 12’.
Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain
Ankita Lokhande is a popular television actress, who rose to fame with her role of Archana in Pavitra Rishta. She also made her Bollywood debut with Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi. She will enter the show with her husband Vicky Jain, who is a businessman and entrepreneur. The couple got married in 2020 and have been supportive of each other through thick and thin. They are expected to bring some romance and glamour to the show.
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Aishwarya Sharma and Neil Bhatt
Aishwarya Sharma and Neil Bhatt are one of the most loved couples of Indian television. They play the lead roles of Pakhi and Virat in Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin. They fell in love on the sets of the show and got engaged in January 2021. They are known for their chemistry and compatibility on-screen and off-screen. They will enter the show as a couple and will face various challenges and dilemmas in the house.
Isha Malviya and Abhishek Kumar
Isha Malviya and Abhishek Kumar are another adorable couple from the television industry. They play the roles of Rani and Veer in Apna Time Bhi Aayega. They also started dating while working together on the show and have been inseparable since then. They are known for their cute and fun-loving personalities and their bond with each other. They will enter the show as a couple and will showcase their love and friendship to the viewers.
Munawar Faruqui
Munawar Faruqui is a stand-up comedian, who has been in controversies and headlines for his jokes and views. He was arrested in January 2021 for allegedly hurting religious sentiments with his comedy act. He was also accused of having links with Pakistani spy agencies. He was released on bail after spending a month in jail. He also won the first season of Lock Upp, a reality show where celebrities were locked up in a jail-like set-up. He is expected to bring some humor and sarcasm to the show.
Anurag Dobhal aka UK 07 Rider
Anurag Dobhal, popularly known as UK Rider, is a singer, rapper, composer, and social media influencer. He hails from Uttarakhand and has been making waves with his songs and videos on YouTube and Instagram. He has also collaborated with many celebrities like Badshah, Raftaar, Neha Kakkar, Tony Kakkar, etc. He is known for his style, swag, and attitude. He will enter the show as a single contestant and will showcase his talent and personality to the viewers.
Mannara Chopra
Mannara Chopra is an actress and model, who is also the cousin of Priyanka Chopra Jonas. She made her Bollywood debut with Zid in 2014. She has also acted in Telugu and Tamil films like Jakkanna, Thikka, Rogue, etc. She is known for her beauty, charm, and confidence. She will enter the show as a single contestant and will bring some glamour and spice to the show.
Jigna Vora
Jigna Vora is a former journalist, who was accused of being involved in the murder of crime reporter J Dey in 2011. She was arrested by Mumbai Police in 2011 for allegedly providing information about Dey’s whereabouts to underworld don Chhota Rajan’s gang. She spent seven years in jail before being acquitted by a special court in 2018. She also wrote a book called Behind Bars In Byculla about her experience in prison. She is known for her courage, resilience, and honesty. She will enter the show as a single contestant and will share her story and opinions with the viewers.
Sunny Arya aka Tehelka Prank
Sunny Arya, popularly known as Tehelka Prank, is a prankster, YouTuber, and social media influencer. He is famous for his prank videos on YouTube, where he has over 2 million subscribers. He is also active on Instagram, where he has over 1 million followers. He is known for his humor, creativity, and spontaneity. He will enter the show as a single contestant and will create some fun and mischief in the house.
Rinku Dhawan
She is a popular television actress who is best known for her role as Chhaya Agarwal in the show ‘Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii’. She is also one of the confirmed contestants for ‘Bigg Boss 17’, the 17th edition of the hit reality show hosted by Salman Khan.
Armaan Malik and Payal Malik
Armaan Malik and Payal Malik: They are a married couple who are famous for having two wives and running a YouTube channel named ‘Fitness Family’. They met through the online game PUBG and got married in 2011. In 2018, Armaan married Payal’s friend Kritika Malik and they all live together under the same roof with their four children.
Kirti Mehra
She is an Indian YouTuber and social media influencer who is known for being the ex-girlfriend of the popular YouTuber and singer Elvish Yadav. She started her YouTube channel in 2019 and posts videos about her daily life, beauty, fashion, and comedy. She also appeared in several of Elvish Yadav’s YouTube comedy sketches and vines.
Harsh Beniwal
He is an Indian YouTuber, actor, and comedian who is known for his hilarious comedy vines on YouTube. He has over 13 million subscribers on his YouTube channel and has also acted in films like ‘Student of the Year 2’ (2019) and web series like ‘Who’s Your Daddy’ (2020).
Jai Soni
He is an Indian actor and host who mainly works in Hindi television shows. He is well-known for playing the role of Ishaan Kashyap in the television show ‘Sasural Genda Phool’ (2010) on StarPlus. He is currently seen playing the role of Abhinav in ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’.
Sachin Meena and Seema Haider
They are an Indian-Pakistani couple who met through PUBG and got married in Nepal in 2020. Seema Haider entered India illegally with her four children in May 2021 to live with Sachin Meena, who belongs to a Hindu Meena caste. They were arrested by the police after their story came into the limelight.
These are the confirmed contestants of Bigg Boss 17, who will enter the house on October 15. They will surely make the show more interesting and entertaining with their presence. Who are you excited to watch? Who are you rooting for? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below. And don’t forget to watch Bigg Boss 17 from October 15 on Colors TV and JioCinema. Stay tuned for more updates and news on Bigg Boss 17.
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