Aug 12, 2026 2:58pm IST
‘Bigg Boss 20’: Salman Khan Announces ‘Extra Jeevan Daan’ In New Gladiator-esque Promo
"Bigg Boss 20" will premiere on September 6. The makers have unveiled a new promo where we can see Salman Khan enter what resembles a Roman arena. It will remind audiences of movies like "Gladiator" (2000) and Khan's blockbuster, "Sultan." The superstar reveals that contestants will get extra life on the show. This roughly means that the risk of elimination will be reduced but viewers have to find out what are the conditions. Khan hints that this is the meaning of "Tathasthu", which was said in the first promo. "Bigg Boss 20" is slated to be the biggest reality show in the second half of 2026 in terms of engagement and viewership.
Speaking about the new theme Salman Khan said, “Bigg Boss mein har saal game badalta hai. Is baar sirf game nahi, khelne ka tareeka bhi badalne wala hai. ‘Jeevan Daan’ sunne mein jitna seedha lagta hai, utna hai nahi. Baaki, ghar ke andar pata chal hi jaayega.”
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Khan looks extremely dashing in the leather outfit as he walks in with a black horse. The scene is also reminiscent from "Tiger Zinda Hai," where fans saw Khan in a similar scene.
"Bigg Boss" will be happening in six languages this season. So far, official announcements have been made for Hindi, Bengali and Tamil versions. A number of names are doing the rounds as proposed contestants for "Bigg Boss 20." Salman Khan will be juggling his shoot for Vamsi Paidipally's movie along with the shoot of "Bigg Boss 20." This time, we can also see Salman Khan with a lady at the end of the promo. Audiences feel this is a hint that contestants might need to play in pairs.
Names of a few celebs from "Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa" and "Alliance" are doing the rounds for "Bigg Boss 20." With every player getting another chance on the show, this season promises surprises that will even get OG fans' attention.
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