NEW DELHI: Mumbai’s entertainment circles are abuzz with speculation that Delhi-based model and social media personality Shashi Khushi Rai may be in contention for the upcoming season of the popular reality television show Bigg Boss.
Industry insiders claim that members of the show’s casting team have reportedly reached out to the influencer as part of their search for contestants for the next edition of the Salman Khan-hosted reality series on Colors TV. However, no official confirmation has been issued by the channel or the makers of the show.
A resident of Ghaziabad in the National Capital Region (NCR), Shashi Khushi Rai has steadily built a name for herself in the fashion and digital content space. Having entered the world of modelling during her teenage years, she has appeared in numerous fashion events and beauty-related platforms over the years. She is also set to represent India as a finalist at the upcoming Mrs Universe Earth pageant, which is scheduled to take place in Goa later this year.
At 35, Shashi balances her professional commitments with a variety of personal interests. She enjoys singing, travelling, and cooking, often describing preparing meals for her family as one of her favourite pastimes. A strong advocate of a healthy lifestyle, she is also passionate about fitness and maintains an active gym routine.
In recent years, Shashi has intensified her focus on modelling assignments while also exploring opportunities in the reality television space. She has long been an admirer of Bigg Boss and is said to have followed the show across multiple seasons, making the possibility of joining the programme an exciting prospect for both her and her followers.
The landmark 20th season of Bigg Boss is expected to premiere around September or October 2026, with Salman Khan widely anticipated to return as host. The new season is likely to hit television screens after the completion of other major Colors TV reality shows and is already generating significant anticipation among fans.
Among the names circulating in connection with the upcoming edition is actress Ridhima Gupta, recognised for her role in Megha Barsenge. While she has reportedly hinted at the possibility of joining the show, the final list of contestants is yet to be announced.
Industry chatter also suggests that the new season could revolve around the concept of “reality versus digital,” exploring themes linked to artificial intelligence, virtual identities, and the growing influence of technology on everyday life. Since Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 is expected to occupy Colors TV’s mid-year reality programming slot, Bigg Boss 20 is likely to be scheduled for the latter part of 2026, with a September launch appearing the most probable.
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