Before Bigg Boss 20, Recalling Most CONTROVERSIAL Contestants From Every Season – Rakhi Sawant To Amaal Mallik

Bigg Boss has made a spectacle out of everyday squabbles since its Hindi debut. Contestants enter the house knowing they will be under constant surveillance, but the combination of isolation, nominations, competitive tasks and clashing personalities often creates situations that go way beyond the planned format. For nearly two decades, Bigg Boss has transformed everyday fights, friendships, romances and rivalries into unmissable television. Every season has had at least one contestant who has sparked conversations outside the house. As Bigg Boss 20 is all set to premiere on September 6, with Salman Khan returning to host, here is a season-wise look at 19 contestants whose stints turned out to be particularly controversial or memorable to their participation.

Over the years, many contestants have become synonymous with the show’s controversial legacy. Kamaal Rashid Khan’s explosive behaviour in Season 3, Imam Siddiqui’s bizarre antics in Season 6, Armaan Kohli’s aggressive conduct in Season 7 and Swami Om’s shocking attitude in Season 10 are some of the incidents that remain part of the show’s history.

Here’s a look at the most controversial contestants from every season of .

Rakhi Sawant was one of the defining faces of the first season in 2006. Her outspoken nature, emotional outbursts and constant fights, especially with Kashmera Shah, created a lot of drama. Her popularity endured well into Season 1, and subsequent appearances ensured that she would go down as one of the most recognisable contestants in the franchise.

Season 2 had celebrity-family intrigue, relationships and rule-breaking drama with Rahul Mahajan. The most-discussed moment came when he tried to escape the house by climbing its wall. His antics and chemistry with female contestants also created plenty of buzz.

Kamaal R Khan, popularly known as KRK’s inside house showdowns that took a dramatic turn when he threw a bottle during an argument with Rohit Verma, hitting Shamita Shetty. KRK was asked to leave, and the episode became one of its early infamous incidents.

Dolly Bindra’s explosive personality regularly clashed with Shweta Tiwari, Manoj Tiwari and other housemates, which led to heated situations. Her loud arguments and her memorable “Baap pe mat jaana” catchphrase became part of Bigg Boss folklore.

Pooja Misrra was one of the most aggressive housemates of Season 5. She was in the middle of disputes over food, tidiness and other domestic matters, mainly with Shonali Nagrani. Her temperament and argumentative nature turned her into a volatile contestant.

Imam Siddique brought in a weird and unpredictable energy. He had major fights with housemates and host Salman Khan, which were major talking points. His repeated use of the phrase “Time Out” became synonymous with his stint.

Armaan Kohli’s aggressive nature and fiery exchanges with housemates frequently made headlines, and his romance with Tanishaa Mukerji became another major plot point. His confrontations made his stay one of the most talked-about of the edition.

Bigg Boss 8 – Puneet Issar

Rather than just being loud, Puneet Issar was often described as someone who understood the strategic side of the game and could create friction between housemates. His influence on the house dynamic made him a notable figure among other strong

Priya Malik entered the house as a wildcard contestant and emerged as one of the most outspoken personalities. She was known to be outspoken and unafraid to challenge her housemates and soon found herself in the middle of rows and fights.

Swami Om’s provocative statements, confrontations and ever more disruptive behaviour caused trouble. He eventually crossed the line by throwing his own urine on Bani J and Rohan Mehra. He was thrown out, ending up as one of the most notorious in the show’s history.

Arshi Khan was one of the biggest drama creators. Her outspoken personality and regular fights made sure she stayed in the spotlight. Her flamboyant personality made her a huge entertainment quotient and also helped establish her as a recognisable Bigg Boss personality.

As one of the most aggressive and outspoken personalities, Surbhi Rana’s confrontational style often put her at odds with fellow contestants, which made her a polarising figure. She was the embodiment of arguments and strong opinions.

Sidharth Shukla’s short temper, aggressive task gameplay and intimte bond with Shehnaaz Gill dominated the season. His intense rivalry with Asim Riaz and confrontations with Rashami Desai became major talking points, while his conduct during physical tasks also drew criticism.

Nikki Tamboli was known for her outspoken personality, frequent arguments and controversial remarks. Her clashes with Rahul Vaidya, Rubina Dilaik and other housemates kept her in the spotlight. Despite facing eviction, Nikki returned and became the season’s finalist.

The emotional swings of singer Afsana Khan, her intense clashes with Shamita Shetty and her behaviour during a heated confrontation eventually led to her eviction. Her time in the house showed the pressures of the claustrophobic Bigg Boss world.

Sajid Khan was mired in controversy even before the show owing to the allegations against him during India’s #MeToo movement. His entry triggered debate over whether the filmmaker should be given a platform on mainstream television.

Abhishek Kumar’s volatile relationship with Isha Malviya and their complicated history generated a lot of trouble. They had a constant stream of heated debates and emotional outbursts. His confrontational exchanges with other housemates also made him controversial.

Social media popularity came in handy for Rajat Dalal. His confrontational personality and strong opinions quickly became part of the season’s main conversations. His relationship with other contestants and his competitive stance stood out.

Bigg Boss 19 – Amaal Mallik

Amaal Mallik’s outspoken comments and fights inside the house, and his equation with Farrhana Bhatt became a matter of discussion. Mallik apologised in August 2026 for comments he said had gone too far and called for an end to fan wars surrounding their equation.

Bigg Boss is entering its landmark 20th season, and   is returning as host. The new season will be launched on September 6, 2026, on Colors TV and JioHotstar. The makers have also added an unusual twist – viewers will have a say in deciding one potential housemate’s entry.

The pre-season talk has already been about a mix of television personalities, film names, digital creators and other public figures.