Archive · 3 Sep 2026
Ashish Chanchlani Denies Bigg Boss 20 Contestant Entry Rumours
Ashish Chanchlani is a popular YouTuber, comedian, actor, and content creator.
Some reports said he might become a contestant on Bigg Boss 20.
Ashish said those reports are not true.
He explained that he might visit the show to promote a project or have fun.
However, he does not want to live in the Bigg Boss house as a contestant.
He said that kind of reality-show experience is not his style.
He also joked about contestants arguing with each other.
Ashish had reportedly declined a Bigg Boss offer in 2017 for similar reasons.
Bigg Boss 20 is planned for September 6, 2026, with Salman Khan as host.
Ashish Chanchlani said he will not join Bigg Boss 20 as a contestant.
He said he could appear on the show to promote a project or have fun.
Ashish called the contestant format “not my vibe” and joked about its conflicts.
He previously declined a Bigg Boss 11 offer in 2017, citing the importance of peace and space.
Bigg Boss 20 is scheduled to premiere on September 6, 2026, with Salman Khan as host.
- Who
- YouTuber and comedian Ashish Chanchlani; Salman Khan is the announced host of Bigg Boss 20.
- What
- Ashish denied reports that he will enter Bigg Boss 20 as a contestant.
- When
- Ashish issued the clarification on social media; the show is scheduled to premiere on September 6, 2026.
- Where
- The clarification was shared on social media; Bigg Boss 20 is scheduled for Colors TV and Jio Hotstar.
- Why
- Ashish said contestant participation is not his vibe and that peace and space are important to him.
Rumour Claims
Ashish Chanchlani's Position
Contestant participation
Rumour Claims
Reports and a tentative contestants’ list suggested that Ashish Chanchlani could participate in Bigg Boss 20.
Ashish Chanchlani's Position
Ashish explicitly denied that he will enter the show as a contestant and said people should not believe similar reports in the future.
Possible appearance
Rumour Claims
The reports focused on Ashish joining the contestant lineup, which the makers have not officially unveiled.
Ashish Chanchlani's Position
Ashish said he could appear to promote a project or have fun, but not as a contestant.
- Show
- Bigg Boss 20
- Scheduled premiere
- September 6, 2026
- Host
- Salman Khan
- Ashish's position
- He will not participate as a contestant.
- Possible appearance
- He said he could appear to promote a project or have fun.
- Earlier offer
- Ashish said he declined a Bigg Boss 11 offer in 2017.
- Platforms
- Colors TV and Jio Hotstar
