'Bigg Boss 19' Producer Lifts Lid on Casting Secrets: No Minimum Guarantees for Contestants

According to the producer of 'Bigg Boss 19', the popular reality show does not offer minimum guarantee (MG) contracts to its contestants. Rishi Negi explains that such financial assurances could make contestants feel 'safe' and less invested in the show, which is not the desired outcome.

The casting process for 'Bigg Boss 19' is an extensive, 6-month exercise, where the team meets and interviews hundreds of potential candidates. The goal is to find the right mix of diverse personalities that can keep the audience continuously engaged throughout the 105-day season. Negi emphasizes that the show is not looking for just famous names, but rather characters with unique traits, approaches, and ways of life.

While controversies have often been associated with 'Bigg Boss' in the past, the producer denies that this is a criterion for casting. He states that the current season does not feature any 'controversial' people, yet the viewership remains strong, thanks to the interesting and varied personalities of the contestants.

The audition process for 'Bigg Boss' involves a multi-layered approach, where the team tries to assess the true nature and reactions of the candidates, rather than just taking their word for it. Negi explains that the questions aim to understand how the potential contestants would behave in different situations, as the show is all about revealing their real personalities.

The producer also addresses the trend of former partners or connections of contestants trying to enter the show, stating that this is not something the team actively pursues. He cites the example of Season 17, where Munawar Faruqui's ex-partner was brought in, but he clarifies that such forced fits are not the agenda for 'Bigg Boss 19'.