Bigg Boss Kannada 12: Meet 19 contestants entering the show hosted by Kichcha Sudeep

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The twelfth season of Bigg Boss Kannada premiered on September 28, 2025, available on both OTT and television. Kichcha Sudeepa returns as the host, and this season features a new twist: contestants will compete as individuals or in pairs, under the theme ‘Onti vs Jenti’ (Solo vs Duo).

This season of Bigg Boss Kannada featured contestants entering the house individually or as pairs, determined by audience votes. With the drama starting right away, here’s a complete list of everyone competing this season.

Bigg Boss Kannada 12 contestants

Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12 has brought together 19 contestants, ranging from movie stars to popular social media personalities. Here’s a look at who’s competing:

Oh my gosh, Cockroach Sudhi! He’s seriously amazing! He’s this incredible actor in Kannada films, and he’s *so* good at playing the bad guy. Everyone knows him as ‘Cockroach’ because of his role in ‘Tagaru’ – that’s actually how he got famous! I was completely blown away by his performance, and honestly, that’s when I became a huge fan. He just *owns* every scene he’s in!

Raashika Shetty is an actress known for her role in the film *Manada Kadalu*, which features Sumukha.

Malu Nipanal is a singer from North Karnataka who became popular thanks to his viral song, ‘Na Driver’.

Spandana Somanna is a model and actress who has appeared in Kannada television dramas.

Mallamma, who also goes by Matina Malli, is a popular social media personality. She’s known for her funny and outgoing videos, often sharing what life is like in the countryside with her followers.

Manju Bhashini is a well-known actress from Kannada television, famous for her role in the hit 90s series, Silly Lalli.

Kari Basappa is a social media personality who became popular by sharing content about his bodybuilding journey.

I’ve been a big fan of Kavya Shaiva for a while now! She’s an actress who’s mostly known for her work in Kannada television serials, but she also had a role in the film *Kothalavadi*. I always enjoy seeing her on screen!

Gilli Nata is a Kannada comedian known for playing funny characters, and he’s now appearing on a reality TV show for the first time.

Jhanvi R is a television host who’s known for appearing on several shows. She’s now joining the cast of Bigg Boss Kannada as a contestant.

Dhruvant (Charith Balappa) is an actor in Kannada cinema, best known for playing a role in the television serial ‘Muddu Lakshmi’.

Chandraprabha recently gained popularity online for a video showing her plastering walls. She’s now a contestant on the Kannada version of Bigg Boss, season 12.

Dhanush Gowda, an actor best known for his role in the TV serial *Geeta*, also joined the current season of Bigg Boss Kannada.

Notably, actress Bhavya Gowda, who appeared with him in the same TV series, was also a contestant on the most recent season of Bigg Boss Kannada.

Satish S, popularly known as Dog Satish, is a social media influencer famous for his lifestyle content and love of dogs. He has also joined the cast of Bigg Boss.

15. Ashwini: Ashwini is a serial actress who is popular for her serial Muddu Lakshmi.

Abhishek Shrikanth is an actor known for his role in the television drama, Vadhu.

Ashwini Gowda is a well-known actress who has worked in both Kannada films and TV shows. Having appeared in over 100 movies and 25 soap operas, she’s now a contestant on Bigg Boss. She’s also a passionate advocate for the Kannada language and culture.

Rakshitha Shetty is a popular social media personality known for her engaging conversations and distinctive personality.

RJ Amit Pawar, originally from Bengaluru, used to be a radio host and create content for audiences online. He’s built a large following on social media and has even hosted events like TED Talks.

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2025-09-29 11:08