Will Tej Pratap Yadav Join Bigg Boss 19? Here’s What We Know

As the 19th season of Bigg Boss gears up to premiere on 24 August 2025, speculation is mounting about potential contestants. One name that’s trending: Tej Pratap Yadav, elder son of RJD leader Lalu Prasad Yadav.

Multiple reports claim that Salman Khan personally reached out to Tej Pratap, inviting him to join the reality show. Sources suggest that the team behind Bigg Boss 19, which carries a dual theme of politics and strategy, identified Tej Pratap as a compelling personality who could bring a unique dynamic to the house.

He Didn’t Say Yes… Yet

Though the offer reportedly came from Salman Khan himself, the politician has not accepted it—at least not yet. Insiders say he asked for time to consider the opportunity, citing his ongoing commitments. With the upcoming Bihar assembly elections and his decision to contest from Mahua, political priorities seem to take precedence for now.

One report quotes him saying he’d decide whether to join Bigg Boss or continue his electoral journey only after the election outcome—a clear sign of his strategic thinking, both on and off screen.

Why His Name Makes Sense

This season’s theme—politics meets reality TV—may explain the relevance of offering a slot to a political figure like Tej Pratap. His family background and public controversies make him an intriguing candidate who could shake up the show’s typical format.

While Tej Pratap is weighing his options, the makers are reportedly keeping the door open for a wild card entry, possibly after election results.

With elections and Bigg Boss both competing for his attention, Tej Pratap Yadav finds himself at an unusual crossroads—between political legacy and reality TV fame. Whether he’s the next contestant to enter the house remains to be seen.