THE TIMES OF INDIA | Jun 22, 2024, 00:56:21 IST
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Bigg Boss OTT 3 Launch Highlights: Bigg Boss announces there are 15 contestants and one 'baharwala'
Bigg Boss OTT 3 premiered on June 21 at 9 PM with more intensity, drama, and entertainment than ever before. The third season, hosted by the charismatic Anil Kapoor, promised to be a roller-coaster ride, bringing a unique blend of personalities under one roof to compete in the ultimate test of endurance and strategy. The Bigg Boss OTT 3 house was a visual treat, meticulously designed to transport both contestants and viewers into a fantastical world. This season's lineup included a mix of celebrities and influencers, each bringing their unique flair and personality to the show. Names like Sai Ketan Rao, Chandrika Dixit, aka Viral Vada Pav Girl, Poulomi Das, Rapper Naezy, Sana Makbul, Sana Sultan, and Vishal Pandey made a smashing entry and had already managed to create major buzz with the promos. The contestants faced various challenges and tasks designed to test their mental and physical capabilities, often leading to unpredictable outcomes and high-stakes drama. This time, the audience played a major role as they got to decide tasks for the contestants. Apart from the tasks, the audience also had access to an interactive space and special powers. Bigg Boss OTT 3 host Anil Kapoor also hinted at mobile phones being allowed in the show, but only time would tell how that played out. The new season of the digital version of the controversial reality show promised more drama, more fights, and fan wars.
19:08 (IST) Jun 21
Anil Kapoor says he would have loved to be locked inside the house with Salman Khan, Kapil Sharma, Karan Johar
Anil Kapoor shared his dream lineup for being locked inside the house. Anil expressed his wish to share the Bigg Boss house with none other than Salman Khan, Kapil Sharma, and Karan Johar. Adding a touch of humor, Anil mentioned that he would have loved Amitabh Bachchan to host the show if he were inside with Salman, Kapil, and Karan. He said, “I want to be locked in the show with Salman Khan, Kapil Sharma and Karan Johar. I would love Amitabh Bachchan to host the show. It would be very exciting.”
19:02 (IST) Jun 21
Munisha Khatwani to participate in Bigg Boss OTT 3
A source associated with the reality show informed BT, “Munisha has been a last-minute addition. It will be interesting to see her interactions with other contestants. We have cast people from various walks of life to create an engaging mix for the audience.”
18:47 (IST) Jun 21
Following the grand preview of this season's host, the ever-charismatic Anil Kapoor, the first glimpse of the Bigg Boss OTT 3 house is here, and it is all things fantasy. From a fairytale book-shaped sofa area to dragons and mask hangings, the house embodies a larger-than-life, luxurious ambiance, setting the stage for an unforgettable season filled with drama
18:33 (IST) Jun 21
Bigg Boss is all set to unwrap its curtains for the third season of the OTT version. It is set for a grand premiere on June 21. The second season was won by YouTuber and social media sensation Elvish Yadav. Ahead of the third season, let’s take a look at the most famous Bigg Bods winners of all time..
18:16 (IST) Jun 21
Tentative cash prize
In the previous two seasons, winners Divya Agarwal and Elvish Yadav received a monetary award of Rs 25 lakhs. As a result, the Bigg Boss OTT 3 winner will most likely receive the same financial award.
18:13 (IST) Jun 21
Season 3's theme: The web of illusion- real and unreal
Anil Kapoor reveals the mysterious theme of Bigg Boss OTT 3, he said, 'This time the theme is the web of illusion- real and unreal, a lot of new things are set to happen and with this theme, the fears will get unlocked and the secrets will be revealed.'
17:59 (IST) Jun 21
Sana Sultan and Sana Makbul to participate in the controversial reality show
The makers have been dropping hints and stirring up excitement among fans. Sana Sultan and Sana Makbul’s expected entries into the Bigg Boss OTT house has sparked curiosity and anticipation among viewers, eager to see how she will navigate the challenges and drama of the show. Their possible participation in Bigg Boss OTT Season 3 has already created a stir on social media, with fans speculating about their strategy and how they will interact with other contestants.
17:50 (IST) Jun 21
All about Bigg Boss OTT 3 contestant Naezy
Naved Shaikh, also known by his stage name Naezy, is the hip-hop sensation straight out of Mumbai, Maharashtra. This rap star made waves in the music scene with his popular track "Mere Gully Mein" alongside his rap buddy DIVINE. Fans saw a fictional version of his swag on the big screen, portrayed by none other than the energetic Ranveer Singh in the hit film Gully Boy directed by Zoya Akhtar. Naezy's journey into the spotlight didn't stop there as he dropped a bomb with his film debut in the catchy song "Birju" from the movie Hey Bro back in 2015. The music video of this track featured Bollywood legends like Amitabh Bachchan, Akshay Kumar, Hrithik Roshan, Ajay Devgn, and the dance icon Prabhu Deva, alongside the film's lead star Ganesh Acharya.
17:50 (IST) Jun 21
After his ex-girlfriend Pooja Bhatt's participation last year, is Ranvir Shorey set to join the Anil Kapoor-hosted show?
Among the names circulating, it's been recently reported that Ranvir Shorey, known for his role in "Traffic Signal," will be one of the contestants on the show this year. It's intriguing that Ranvir Shorey's ex-girlfriend and actress-director Pooja Bhatt was a contestant on the show last year, and also emerged as one of the finalists. This year, it appears that Ranvir has agreed to participate in the show, adding another layer of interest to the upcoming season.
17:49 (IST) Jun 21
When and Where to watch Bigg Boss OTT 3 premiere
The reality show, which will involve celebrity candidates being imprisoned inside a house for more than a month, will air on Friday, June 21 at 9 p.m. The show will premiere exclusively on JioCinema Premium. Following the live-streaming of the premiere, the subsequent episodes will be available only on JioCinema. This time, as with the previous episodes, fans will get 24x7 access to the contestants.
17:48 (IST) Jun 21
Devoleena Bhattacharjee takes a dig at this confirmed contestant of Bigg Boss OTT 3
Devoleena shared a post on Instagram Stories about how all one needs to do is do some drama and go to jail to gain popularity, and then they become Bigg Boss. In her Instagram story, Devoleena wrote, "So those who ask me BiggBoss mein jaane ke liye kya karna padhta hai? Kahan audition deni padhti hai? Ans: Waise humare time pe aise nahi tha. Waqt badal gaya hai Jazbaat badal gayee hai. Filhal ke condition ko dekhar kar main confirm hoon raaste pe continuously one month chillaiye, jhagda kijiye, 1-2 thappad jadh denge toh police station jaana padega jisse apki publicity mein chaar chaand lag jayega. Uske baad khud ko viral kijiyega. Bohot saare maadhyam uplabdh hai aaj kal. Bloggers ko bula lijiyega apka video banane. And DRAMA compulsory hai. Yeh sab hone ke baad jab log apko gaali dene lage phir samajh jana apka Bigg Boss mein selection hogaya." Devoleena's post seemed to be a sly dig at rumoured Bigg Boss OTT 3 participant Chandrika Dixit, commonly known as Vada Pav girl.
17:47 (IST) Jun 21
All about Bigg Boss OTT 3 contestant Poulomi Das
Born in Kolkata, West Bengal, Poulomi showed an early interest in the performing arts. Poulomi's modeling career saw her participate in numerous fashion shows and beauty pageants, eventually leading her to the prestigious platform of "India’s Next Top Model" in 2016. Poulomi made her television debut with the popular show "Suhani Si Ek Ladki," where her performance was well-received by both audiences and critics. She was a part of Ekta Kapoor’s supernatural thriller series Naagin season 6, where she played the role of a shape-shifting snake Swarna from 2022 to 2023.
17:32 (IST) Jun 21
Host Anil Kapoor on dealing with trolls
I have to be fair and firm and that’s what it is. I have to use my mind and be true to myself. Some people will love me, some will hate me that’s okay that is part of life and it happens with everything you do. That’s life, I can’t just keep on playing safe in anything. There are times when the biggest people who have been hated or trolled have ruled the country or the world. It’s okay and it doesn’t mean that you don’t try something new. Ke yaar Kisi ne aap ko burayi ki Yaa aap ko troll kar diya toh aapne give up kar diya, Woh toh dabane ki koshish karenge but aap ko dabna thodi Na chahiye, you have to move forward and do your work.
17:16 (IST) Jun 21
Vishal Pandey and Lovekesh Kataria get into a tiff on the stage
The new promo of Bigg Boss OTT 3 ahead of the grand premiere is out and fans can just not keep their calm. The promo features Vishal Pandey and Lovekesh Kataria getting into a tiff. The clash between Vishal and Lovekesh has added an extra layer of intrigue to the show, with fans eagerly anticipating how this feud will unfold inside the Bigg Boss house. In the promo, Anil Kapoor can be seen mentioning that Vishal has over 9 million followers. He then welcomes Lovekesh on the stage asking him how many followers does he have on Instagram. Loveless mentions that he has around 1.8 million followers. Kataria then spoke about Vishal’s videos mentioning, “I skip his videos after watching them for only 3 seconds.”
17:02 (IST) Jun 21
All about Bigg Boss OTT 3 contestant Chandrika Dixit aka ‘Viral Vada Pav Girl’
Chandrika, formerly employed by Haldiram, teamed up with her husband and family to sell the popular Mumbai special, Vada Pav, in Delhi after leaving the company. She garnered significant attention when videos of her emotional breakdown started circulating on various social media platforms, bringing her into the spotlight. She gained public attention with a video in which she called out officials from Delhi's Municipal Corporation, accusing them of demanding additional payments after she had already paid Rs 35,000. A well-known figure in Delhi’s Sainik Vihar locality, Chandrika earns her living by selling vada pav for Rs 40 each.
16:52 (IST) Jun 21
All about Bigg Boss OTT 3 contestant Neeraj Goyat
Neeraj Goyat, a big name in Indian boxing, is all set to join Bigg Boss OTT 3 and impress fans with his personality. Coming from Haryana, Neeraj is not just a boxer but also a mixed martial artist who has represented India internationally. He's been in movies like "Toofan" and "RRR." Recently, he made news by challenging Jake Paul to a boxing match. Besides sports, he's been in music videos and trained stars like Farhan Akhtar for boxing scenes in movies. Neeraj, originally from Karnal, found his love for boxing in 2006. Winning a gold medal at the 2008 Youth National Tournament was just the start. He made history by being the first Indian boxer ranked in the WBC World Rankings for three years straight, from 2015 to 2017, after bagging three WBC Asia titles.
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