The much-anticipated sixth season of the popular Marathi reality show, Bigg Boss Marathi, is finally set to premiere tonight, promising a fresh wave of drama, entertainment, and controversies. The grand launch event will be broadcast live at 8 pm on January 11, 2026, on Colors Marathi and the streaming platform JioCinema.
Riteish Deshmukh Returns as the Dynamic Host
Steering the ship for the second consecutive time is the versatile actor and filmmaker, Riteish Deshmukh. Deshmukh, celebrated for his work in Hindi blockbusters like the 'Housefull' series and 'Ek Villain' as well as his acclaimed Marathi directorial 'Ved', first took over hosting duties in Season 5 (2024). He succeeds actor-filmmaker Mahesh Manjrekar, who hosted the show's first four successful seasons from 2018 to 2022.
Star-Studded Contestant Lineup Unveiled
The official list of housemates will be revealed during the glittering premiere episode, filmed at the Goregaon Film City in Mumbai. However, strong industry reports and rumours have already painted a picture of a diverse and intriguing cast set to enter the famous house.
Leading the speculated names is actor Raqesh Bapat, known for his role in 'Tum Bin' and 'Heroine', and a veteran of reality TV. Bapat was the third runner-up in Bigg Boss OTT Season 1 (2021), hosted by Karan Johar. His participation is highly anticipated by fans.
The potential lineup is a mix of television, film, and digital fame. It reportedly includes:
- Marathi actors Deepali Bhosale Sayed (famous for 'Mhanje Waghache Panje') and Aayush Sanjeev ('36 Guni Jodi').
- Former Bigg Boss contestants Vishal Kotian (Season 15) and Sonali (Season 8).
- Popular YouTuber and social media personality Hindustani Bhau.
- Rapper Sambata, advocate Gunratna Sadavarte, and social media influencers like Karan Sonawane, Ashok Patil, and Radha Mumbaikar.
What to Expect from Season 6
With Riteish Deshmukh's proven flair as a host who balances wit with sharp questioning, Season 6 is expected to kick off with high energy. The blend of established actors, reality TV veterans, and fiery social media stars promises a potent mix of personalities, ensuring strategic gameplay, emotional moments, and inevitable conflicts from the very first night.
As the clock ticks down to the 8 PM premiere, fans across Maharashtra and beyond are eagerly waiting to see which rumours turn into reality and which personalities will begin their journey to win the Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6 title.
