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Reports indicated that spiritual leader Aniruddhacharya Maharaj declined an offer to join Bigg Boss 18, despite a substantial payment proposal. Bollywood actress Isha Koppikar has been confirmed, and Salman Khan will return as host. The show is set to premiere on October 5, 2024, with a lineup of diverse participants, including popular television actors and social media influencers.