AgenciesThe upcoming season of Salman Khan’s reality show Bigg Boss 19 is already making headlines, and for all the right reasons. Reports suggest that two of the biggest international names in sports and entertainment – WWE legend The Undertaker and former boxing world heavyweight champion Mike Tyson – are in advanced talks to enter the Bigg Boss house. The season is scheduled to premiere on August 24, 2025, and fans can expect plenty of drama, action, and global star power if these deals are finalized.
According to industry insiders, The Undertaker, whose real name is Mark Calaway, may join the show as a wild card contestant for a one-week stay. If confirmed, he could become one of the highest-paid celebrities in Bigg Boss history, surpassing even The Great Khali, who was reportedly paid around ₹50 lakh per week during his stint in season 4. The Undertaker retired from WWE in 2020 but continues to remain a pop culture icon. His presence on the show could bring back memories of Khali’s successful run, which ended with him being the runner-up.
On the other hand, Mike Tyson’s deal is still being negotiated. As per reports, the makers are eyeing a special guest appearance by the boxing legend sometime in October 2025. His stay could last anywhere between seven to ten days, adding another layer of excitement to the ongoing season. If the deal goes through, Tyson’s entry would mark one of the most dramatic crossovers in the history of the reality series.
Bigg Boss 19 will reportedly begin with 15 contestants, with three wild card entries planned later, bringing the total number of housemates to 18. Previous seasons have seen international and crossover celebrities such as Pamela Anderson, Sunny Leone, Nora Fatehi, Elli AvrRam, and Abdu Rozik, who each brought their own flavor of glamour, controversy, and fan following to the show.
The grand premiere will be telecast on August 24 at 9 PM on JioHotstar and later at 10.30 PM on Colors TV, with full streaming available on JioHotstar. If these global icons officially sign on, Bigg Boss 19 might just turn into the most talked-about season yet.
According to industry insiders, The Undertaker, whose real name is Mark Calaway, may join the show as a wild card contestant for a one-week stay. If confirmed, he could become one of the highest-paid celebrities in Bigg Boss history, surpassing even The Great Khali, who was reportedly paid around ₹50 lakh per week during his stint in season 4. The Undertaker retired from WWE in 2020 but continues to remain a pop culture icon. His presence on the show could bring back memories of Khali’s successful run, which ended with him being the runner-up.
On the other hand, Mike Tyson’s deal is still being negotiated. As per reports, the makers are eyeing a special guest appearance by the boxing legend sometime in October 2025. His stay could last anywhere between seven to ten days, adding another layer of excitement to the ongoing season. If the deal goes through, Tyson’s entry would mark one of the most dramatic crossovers in the history of the reality series.
Bigg Boss 19 will reportedly begin with 15 contestants, with three wild card entries planned later, bringing the total number of housemates to 18. Previous seasons have seen international and crossover celebrities such as Pamela Anderson, Sunny Leone, Nora Fatehi, Elli AvrRam, and Abdu Rozik, who each brought their own flavor of glamour, controversy, and fan following to the show.
The grand premiere will be telecast on August 24 at 9 PM on JioHotstar and later at 10.30 PM on Colors TV, with full streaming available on JioHotstar. If these global icons officially sign on, Bigg Boss 19 might just turn into the most talked-about season yet.
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