The wait is finally over for millions of fans in Maharashtra. Following the record-breaking success of its last series, the most talked-about reality show on Marathi TV, Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6, is set for major launches. The show's charming host, Riteish Deshmukh, nicknamed "Bhau," is back to steer the ship back on course.
With high praise from Season 5 for his balanced and bold hosting style, Riteish was expected to bring his Maharashtrian flair to the new season. Riteish was interviewed at the launch event where he spoke enthusiastically: "No one knows which door is going to change their fate, which that door is. Get ready for Season 6 — it will be bolder, more unpredictable, and absolutely Marathi."
Premiere Date, Time, and Streaming Details
The creators have officially set the calendar for the grand premiere. All the contestants enter the house to embark on a 100-day journey filled with high-octane entertainment, ensuring your calendars align perfectly.
- Premiere Date: Sunday, January 11, 2026 Time: 8:00 PM (Grand Launch)
- Daily Telecast: Every night at 8:00 PM
- TV Channel: Colors Marathi
- Digital Streaming: JioHotstar (Premieres on streaming at the same time)
Theme of the Season: 'Hell and Heaven'
The Bigg Boss house has undergone a massive transformation this season. The house spans over 13,000 square feet and is built under the intriguing theme "Hell and Heaven" (The Door Opens, The Game of Fate Changes). The house offers doors to mystery, each serving as a weapon in the game.
Behind the doors are surprises, unexpected challenges, or game-changing twists that can alter the contestant's destiny in an instant. The structure is designed to challenge the patience, strategy, and emotional resilience of the housemates in a way never seen before.
Contestant List: Confirmed and Unconfirmed Names
While the complete list is a closely guarded secret until the premiere evening, several actors and entertainers from Marathi cinema are likely stars or very likely stars.
Speakers: Known from Media Reports
- Sagar Karande: The beloved comedian and actor from Chala Hawa Yeu Dya.
- Sanket Pathak: Popular television star Chhatriwala
- Anushree Mane: Key influencer and social media star
- Deepali Sayed: Marathi actress and political figure who is very well-known
- Radha Mumbaikar: Famous Lavani dancer
Speculated names:
- Gautami Patil (Dancer & Viral Sensation)
- Gunaratna Sadavarte (Advocate)
- Akash Nalawade
- Girija Oak
- Dhanashree Kadgaonkar
Note: Actor Shreyas Talpade has recently clarified his presence, stating that any speculation about his appearance on the show is "completely false."
Recap:
Season 6 has big shoes to fill Season 6 looks back. That was also the first time a season on the season 5 had the franchise achieve record-breaking success in TRPs, all of which are the highest in history. The season wrapped up on October 6, 2024, with social media superstar Suraj Chavan taking home the trophy through social media and defeating singer Abhijeet Sawant.
Suraj’s very simple life and "Goligath" style really got everyone in the big room and everybody in a crowd to raise the standard that was set for the upcoming winners. With more than 100 cameras set to capture all the arguments, friendships, secrets, and so on, Maharashtra awaits another round of “Bhaucha Dhakka.”
