In a sensational turn of events, a staggering 23 million viewers tuned in to watch the thrilling finale of Bigg Boss OTT season 2, setting new records for the entertainment industry. To add to the excitement, an astounding 250 million votes flooded in within just 15 minutes after the voting lines were opened.
A senior executive from JioCinema couldn’t contain their amazement, describing these numbers as not only impressive on a global scale but truly unparalleled in India’s entertainment landscape.
Capitalizing on this monumental success, the creators of the show are already gearing up for the highly anticipated 17th season of Bigg Boss. While there hasn’t been an official announcement yet, insider sources suggest that the new season is slated to hit the airwaves by the end of October.
Recently, eagle-eyed fans caught a glimpse of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan shooting the promotional video for the upcoming season. He was spotted in an eye-catching orange kurta and pajama, hinting at a potentially musical-themed promo.
As for the speculated contestants of Bigg Boss season 17, names like Abhishek Malhan, Bebika Dhurve, and Manisha Rani have been making the rounds. Additionally, there’s buzz about approaching the acclaimed actress Pooja Bhatt for the show. In response to these rumors, Pooja Bhatt remained cryptic but open to the possibility, stating, “I never say never in life. So let’s see.”
Interestingly, it appears that the winner of Bigg Boss OTT season 2 is unlikely to join the roster of Bigg Boss 17 contestants. Furthermore, in a recent press interaction, Elvish, a popular contestant from the previous season, revealed that he intends to take some quality time with his family and won’t be participating this time around. However, he did leave the door open, suggesting that he might consider an offer for an upcoming season. The suspense surrounding the upcoming season of Bigg Boss continues to grow, keeping fans eagerly awaiting more updates and surprises.