Sep 05, 2026 5:48pm IST
‘Bigg Boss 20’: Tanmay Singh AKA ScoutOP’s Name Added to Contestant List
After Arun Mashetty in “Bigg Boss 17”, makers have again brought in a gamer on the show. This time it is Tanmay Singh AKA Scout OP known as one of India’s biggest eSports athletes. Born in Valsad in Gujarat, Tanmay Singh harbors dreams of becoming a professional footballer. However, he could not pursue his ambitions due to some reasons. Singh turned his attention towards esports gaming and became a pioneer in the field. He has credited his parents for allowing him to pursue his passion when esports are not seen as a career in India. He is known as ScoutOP. In his moniker, scout is derived from the role of a scout in PUBG Mobile Game.
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Singh is a professional streamer who secured spots in various prestigious eSports teams representing India at foreign competitions. He is also very active on YouTube where he posts videos, vlogs and tutorials for aspiring gamers. Some of the tournaments he has represented India are PUBG Mobile Star Challenge (PMSC), PUBG Mobile Club Open and PUBG Mobile Pro League. His net worth is estimated at Rs 20 crore, which he has amassed from YouTube revenue, brand deals, eSports winnings and content creation.
He is also known for his skills in Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), which is the Indian counterpart of PUBG. An automobile lover, he collects luxury superbikes and cars. Singh has a huge fan base in India amongst the youth. His Instagram has four million followers. He also represented India at the MET Gala 2026.
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