Deepak Chahar joining Big Boss? Here’s the truth behind his viral pic with Salman Khan

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Popular Indian cricketer Deepak Chahar recently generated massive buzz with a surprise, unannounced appearance on the reality show Bigg Boss 19. The Mumbai Indians pacer’s presence immediately fueled speculation across social media platforms that he is set to enter the house as the season’s next wildcard contestant. Host Salman Khan further intensified the rumors by directly questioning Chahar about his potential entry and chances of winning the controversial show.

The presence of Chahar, known for his pace and wicket-taking abilities in international and IPL cricket, caused an immediate sensation among fans and media alike, igniting widespread speculation about his potential shift to reality television.

Chahar, a high-profile player for MI in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, was quickly engaged by host Salman, who directly addressed the ongoing rumors surrounding his appearance. Salman successfully intensified the excitement by publicly posing the crucial question, asking, “Hum kab se wait kar rahe the ki iss season ke second wildcard kaun honge?” (We have been waiting for so long, thinking who the second wildcard would be?), following the earlier entry of Shehbaaz Badesha.

Adding to the public buzz, Chahar offered a witty comment that greatly resonated with the show’s competitive and dramatic nature, joking that he felt “Bigg Boss is tougher than cricket itself,” due to the uncertainty regarding friendships and rivalries inside the secluded house environment.

When further pressed by the host about his prospects of potentially lifting the ultimate trophy, the charismatic cricketer confidently asserted, “The chances of winning are very strong,” although he maintained a slightly cautious approach by adding he would first “go inside, observe everything,” before making any final strategic decisions.

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The intense media speculation surrounding  Chahar’s unexpected wildcard entry was later and quite conclusively clarified, revealing that his presence was solely to support his sibling’s foray into the highly-watched reality show competition. The true second wildcard contestant of the Bigg Boss 19 season was, in fact, his sister, Malti Chahar, an accomplished and versatile individual in the Indian entertainment industry. Malti’s much-anticipated entry into the house was executed as a spectacular event, notably marked by a dazzling and impressive dance performance that immediately captured the viewers’ attention and received high praise.

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An actor, model, content creator, and filmmaker by profession, Malti successfully brings a multi-faceted background from the world of entertainment to the competitive show format. Her professional career began in the year 2018 when she made her official Bollywood debut in the movie Genius, where she played the significant character role of Rubina. Four years later, Malti further expanded her acting portfolio by appearing in the romantic drama film Ishq Pashmina, continuing her steady journey in cinema.

Beyond her main acting roles, she has also demonstrated her directorial and production skills by working on various short films, showcasing a clear interest behind the camera as well. Her earliest public recognition came in 2014 when she proudly earned the prestigious title of Miss Photogenic at a regional event, an early career achievement that successfully paved her way into the competitive entertainment industry. Malti already commands a substantial and engaged following on social media platforms, currently boasting over one million followers on Instagram, ensuring she arrives in the house with an established and eagerly supportive fanbase.

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