Gunjan Chaudhary
Bigg Boss 20 has opened on a record-breaking note, giving fans another reason to celebrate the long-running reality show’s massive popularity. Hosted once again by Salman Khan, the 20th season has reportedly delivered the biggest opening day ever for a reality show on JioHotstar. The milestone is particularly special for Salman, who has been associated with the franchise for 16 seasons. Reacting to the record response, the superstar described the achievement as an overwhelming and proud moment for everyone connected with Bigg Boss.
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Bigg Boss 20 Creates a New Record
The latest season premiered on September 6, 2026, with Salman Khan returning as the face of the show. According to JioStar, Bigg Boss Hindi Season 20 recorded the biggest opening day ever for a reality show on JioHotstar. The record comes as the franchise celebrates its 20th season, marking another major milestone for one of India’s most popular reality television shows. This season also introduced a new theme, ‘Tathastu-Two’, along with the concept of ‘Extra Jeevan Daan’, adding fresh twists to the format.
Salman Khan
Salman Khan has been hosting Bigg Boss since 2010 and has been at the centre of the show’s journey for 16 seasons. Speaking about the latest achievement, the actor reflected on his long association with the franchise. “Bigg Boss has been a very special journey for me,” Salman said, adding that having hosted the show for 16 seasons and now watching it reach its 20th season with such love was “truly overwhelming.”
Salman Khan
He further described Bigg Boss 20 becoming the biggest reality-show launch on JioHotstar as an overwhelming and proud milestone for all of us. While the record is a major achievement for the show and its team, Salman was quick to highlight the role of the viewers. According to his remarks, the audience has remained the real strength behind Bigg Boss throughout its long journey.
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The actor also expressed gratitude for the continued love and support that has kept the franchise going across two decades. The grand premiere saw Salman welcome 16 contestants into the Bigg Boss 20 house. The lineup includes personalities from different fields, including actor Mahhi Vij, boxer MC Mary Kom, actress Kanika Mann, Aamrapali Dubey, Qazi Ahmad Tauqeer, Arishfa Khan, Aman Gandhi and others. With a new group of contestants, fresh twists and Salman Khan back at the helm, the 20th season arrived with considerable expectations.