With Salman Khan returning to host Bigg Boss 18, the excitement is already building up for the season’s premiere on October 5.
The buzz around the show is growing, and several names are circulating as potential contestants, including Nia Sharma, Gashmeer Mahajani, and Dheeraj Dhoopar. But the biggest revelation is about the highest-paid contestant of the season.
Dheeraj Dhoopar: The Highest-Paid Contestant on BB 18
Dheeraj Dhoopar, known for his roles in hit TV series like Sasural Simar Ka and Kumkum Bhagya, has been confirmed for Bigg Boss 18.
He had been approached multiple times in previous years, and he has finally agreed to participate.
There’s significant speculation that Dheeraj Dhoopar could be the highest-paid contestant this season. Reports suggest that his earnings from the show might be 900% higher than the winning prize.
ET reports that Dheeraj is set to receive a staggering ₹5 crore, which far exceeds the estimated winning amount of ₹50 lakh.
Other Expected Contestants
Aside from Dheeraj Dhoopar, the show is also expected to feature other notable personalities, including Sunil Kumar from Stree 2, Kashish Kapoor, Digvijay Singh Rathee (finalists of Splitsvilla X15), and Zaan Khan, a former Splitsvilla contestant known for Hamari Bahu Silk and Kyun Utthe Dil Chhod Aaye.
Nia Sharma’s Potential Exit from Laughter Chefs
There’s also speculation about Nia Sharma joining Bigg Boss 18. If this happens, she will need to leave her current show, Laughter Chefs, where she is paired with Sudesh Lehri.
Although Laughter Chefs was set to conclude in October, its run has been extended due to strong viewership and high TRPs.
Bigg Boss 18 will debut on Jio Cinema and Colors TV, with this season themed Time Ka Taandav. Don’t miss the premiere on October 5. For the latest updates, stay tuned to Filmitop.
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