Bigg Boss 20 trailer reveals Extra Jeevan Daan twist

The trailer for the 20th season of the reality show Bigg Boss was released on August 12, 2026, unveiling a new gameplay twist called "Extra Jeevan Daan" and confirming the season's premiere date. Host Salman Khan introduced the concept in the trailer, which promises to add a significant new layer to the competition. The milestone season is scheduled to premiere on September 6, 2026, on the streaming platform JioHotstar and the television channel Colors.

The trailer opens with a dramatic scene of two contestants engaged in a fierce battle before Salman Khan interrupts. He then announces the season's central theme, stating, "Bigg Boss mein milega, meri jaan... extra jeevan daan." This translates to contestants receiving an "extra lease on life" within the game. The precise mechanics of how this additional chance will be granted or utilized remain a mystery, with Khan hinting that the twist is not as straightforward as it sounds. He added, "The game in Bigg Boss changes every year. This time, it's not just the game that's changing, but the way it is played as well."

Alok Jain, Head of Hindi English Entertainment Business at JioStar Streaming, TV Studios, described the season as a...