Bigg Boss 19 is all set to premiere on Colors TV on August 24, running for 100 days until mid-December.
Despite earlier rumours of a channel shift and an OTT version, the show will stick to its original platform this year.
After months of speculation, the air was finally cleared regarding the much-awaited Bigg Boss 19. The controversial reality show will officially return to its original home—Colors TV—putting an end to widespread rumours about the show shifting to another platform.
Buzz had been rife that due to creative differences between the channel and the production house, the new season might find a new broadcaster. However, Fans breathed a sigh of relief when it was finally confirmed that the new season would continue on Colors TV, maintaining its long-standing association with the channel and putting all the channel-switch rumours to rest.
Through our exclusive access to developments around the show, we have learned key details about its timeline from a source closely associated with the production. The source revealed, “Bigg Boss 19 will launch on August 24 and will run for 100 days, wrapping up in the first half of December. An OTT version of the show, similar to Bigg Boss OTT, is unlikely to happen this year.”
Over the past few weeks, several high-profile celebrity names have been floating around as potential contestants, adding to the growing excitement. While the official contestant list is still under wraps, insiders promise a dynamic and entertaining mix of personalities this season.
Interestingly, discussions about the show’s potential channel shift had gained momentum following behind-the-scenes disagreements over format tweaks and creative direction. Many believed the show might move to a digital-first platform or another television network entirely. But with Colors retaining the rights, the show’s core audience will find comfort in its familiar format and timing.
In related news, another fan-favourite reality show, Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi, which was also the subject of channel-switching rumours, is now expected to air by the end of 2025.
As Bigg Boss 19 gears up for its return, fans can expect drama, entertainment, and high-voltage moments—true to the legacy of the show.
