The much-anticipated reality show Bigg Boss 18 finally premiered on October 6, with Salman Khan once again taking up the hosting duties. The premiere saw plenty of drama, fun, and emotions as contestants made their entries, and Salman engaged them with his signature humor. The show, which Salman has been hosting for 15 years, had some unique twists this season, including the AI version of Salman Khan taking viewers on a house tour.
Here’s a complete rundown of what happened during the exciting premiere of Bigg Boss 18:
Salman’s AI Look Shocks Him
The show opened with a bang as Salman Khan was introduced to an AI version of himself. Even Salman was taken aback when Bigg Boss showed him the future and past versions of himself. This AI avatar took the viewers through the Bigg Boss house, which was full of surprises, as always.
First Contestant: Chahat Pandey’s Emotional Entry
The first contestant to enter the house was actress Chahat Pandey. Salman Khan welcomed her on stage and engaged in some light-hearted banter, pulling her leg about her journey to Mumbai. Chahat, who shared how her mother played a key role in getting her into acting, revealed that she had come with the hope of winning the Bigg Boss trophy. Salman’s jokes made the atmosphere lively, and the actress even received blessings from Aniruddhacharya Ji Maharaj, who joined them on stage.
Shehzada Dhami and Avinash Mishra Bring Drama to the Stage
The drama quotient was turned up as Shehzada Dhami made his entry, immediately talking about his past controversies with producer Rajan Shahi. He didn’t hold back, making allegations about how he was treated on set. Meanwhile, Avinash Mishra, another contestant, had a surprising interaction when Bigg Boss played a clip of Chahat Pandey, leading Avinash to accuse her of creating an atmosphere on set where she claimed to be the best.
Shilpa Shirodkar Admits to Failing 10th Grade
Veteran actress Shilpa Shirodkar joined the stage and made an interesting revelation. She shared that she failed her 10th-grade exams because she was busy giving her first shot for a film. Not ashamed to admit it, Shilpa, who is a self-proclaimed fan of the show, added that she’s excited to be part of Bigg Boss to have a new experience. She also let Salman know that she is an excellent cook, so viewers might see her more often in the kitchen.
Tajinder Singh Bagga’s Unique Story
Tajinder Singh Bagga entered the Bigg Boss house with just four pairs of clothes. The 39-year-old shared his intriguing life story, revealing that he had joined the RSS at the age of four and politics in his teenage years. He even talked about being imprisoned multiple times and joked about wanting the show to be shot in Goa next season. Bagga’s hilarious story about Smriti Irani pretending to be his sister to win over a girl’s father also had everyone in splits. The contestant is still single, but Maharaj Ji hinted that Bagga might find love inside the house.
South Actress Shrutika Arjun Surprises Salman
Shrutika Arjun, a Tamil actress, entered with high energy, talking non-stop, which even caught Salman Khan off guard. She declared herself as a huge fan of Salman, surprising the host with her enthusiasm. Shrutika, who won a Tamil comedian show, candidly shared that although she has done four films, all of them flopped. However, she is optimistic about her time in the Bigg Boss house.
Karanvir Mehra’s Honest Confessions
Actor Karanvir Mehra made a heartfelt entry, sharing details about his personal life. He opened up about his two failed marriages and how he’s looking for a fresh start. Salman Khan, as always, offered some advice, keeping the mood light-hearted despite the serious conversation. Rajat Dalal followed, speaking about his online feuds and how he was roasted by YouTuber CarryMinati, as well as his famous altercation with an imposter.
Muskaan Bamne’s Family Joins Her Entry
Muskaan Bamne, who gained fame for her role as Anupama’s daughter, had her entire family present to see her off as she entered the Bigg Boss house. This emotional moment even surprised Salman Khan. Inside the house, Avinash predicted an inevitable clash between Tajinder Singh Bagga and Rajat Dalal, commenting that he would sit back and enjoy the fireworks.
Hilarious Entries of Esha Singh, Gunaratna Sadavarte, and Hema Sharma
Esha Singh’s entry had an interesting backstory as she revealed that she had been called last minute for the show and initially refused, but her mother convinced her to join. Following her was Gunaratna Sadavarte, who made Salman Khan laugh uncontrollably with his witty remarks. Then came Hema Sharma, the viral internet sensation, known as “Viral Bhabhi.” Salman had a lot to say to her but joked that the night might be too short for all the conversations.
Vivian Dsena and Alice Kaushik Become the Top 2 Finalists
The finale of the premiere saw the declaration of two contestants as future finalists — Vivian Dsena and Alice Kaushik. Vivian shared that he had rejected the Bigg Boss offer for nine years before finally agreeing to join. He also emphasized that he cannot tolerate injustice, setting the tone for his journey inside the house. Alice, on the other hand, moved everyone with her tragic backstory. She revealed that her father had committed suicide and her mother had passed away after remarrying. Salman predicted that Alice had a high chance of winning, as Bigg Boss had already seen her future as one of the top 2.
Gadharaj Makes a Unique Entrance
The premiere ended with the entry of the 19th contestant — Gadharaj, a donkey. Yes, you read that right! Salman introduced Gadharaj as the most intelligent member of the Bigg Boss house. In a hilarious exchange, Gadharaj even responded to Salman’s questions, leaving the audience in splits.
With such a diverse set of contestants and a thrilling premiere, Bigg Boss 18 promises to be an exciting season full of drama, laughter, and unexpected moments. The house is now set for the drama to unfold, and viewers can’t wait to see what the contestants bring to the table!
