Bigg Boss is an Indian reality TV show franchise adapted from the original Dutch Big Brother format created by John de Mol Jr. The show features contestants called "housemates" who live together in a specially constructed house isolated from the outside world. The housemates are continuously monitored by live cameras and microphones and face weekly evictions until only one remains as the winner. The Hindi version, the first and most prominent, has been hosted mainly by Salman Khan since its fourth season and has completed 19 seasons as of 2025. The show exists in multiple Indian languages and has a significant cultural impact in India, known for its drama, emotional moments, and celebrity participation.
In summary, "Bigg Boss" refers to the name of the reality show and also to the authority figure within the show that enforces rules and monitors participants, but the term does not refer to a single person; rather, it is the title and concept of the show. The show's host, often a celebrity like Salman Khan in the Hindi version, is a key figure in the program.
