What the season is
Season 7 of the popular Malayalam-language reality show Bigg Boss Malayalam, hosted once again by superstar Mohanlal, premiered on 3 August 2025 with the familiar format of a “house” where contestants live together, take part in weekly tasks, face nominations and evictions, and vie for the grand finale trophy.
The season combines entertainment, conflict, celebrity and public-voting dynamics — and it draws significant viewership not only in Kerala but among the Malayalam-speaking diaspora across India.
Contestant line-up: Who’s in the house
Here’s a representative list of the original entrants and wild-card contestants (with verified names) for Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7:
Original entrants
- Aneesh Tharayil – writer/farmer/commoner contestant
- Aryan Kathuria – model/actor from Mumbai.
- Kalabhavan Sariga PG – comedy artist and folk singer.
- Akbar Khan – playback singer and live performer.
- RJ Bincy – radio jockey/TV anchor.
- Oneal Sabu – lawyer-turned-food vlogger/culinary specialist.
- Binny Sebastian – physician turned TV actress
- Abhilash / Abhisree – social-media influencer / TV actor.
- Rena Fathima – social-media content creator.
- Munshi Ranjeet – comedian/film & television actor
- Gizele Thakral – model/entrepreneur/former Bigg Boss Hindi contestant.
- Shanavas Shanu – television actor known for notable serial roles.
- Nevin Cappresious – fashion-stylist and choreographer.
- Adhila Nasarin & Noora Fathima – real-life couple (LGBTQ+ advocates) who entered together.
- Shaithya Santhosh – lawyer, actor and reality-TV personality.
- Renu Sudhi – social-media personality and model, wife of late comedian Kollam Sudhi.
- Appani Sarath – actor known for cult film roles.
Wildcard entrants (later in the season)
- Mastani (Anwara Sulthana) – online media interviewer/event-emcee.
- Sabuman (Akash Sabu) – social-media influencer/vlogger.
- Praveen P (Marketing Mallu) – digital creator focussed on finance and career advice.
- Ved Lakshmi (Lakshmi Harikrishnan) – architect, marketer and budding actress.
- Jishin Mohan – television actor recognised for villain roles.
These diverse entrants reflect the show’s strategy of mixing celebrities, influencers, commoners and social media personalities — thereby broadening appeal and creating unpredictable dynamics.
Significance of this season
- Wider representation & social themes: The inclusion of an LGBTQ+ couple (Adhila & Noora) is notable – it signals growing mainstream acceptance and visibility of diverse identities on regional entertainment platforms.
- Digital-age contestants: Several contestants are social-media creators (Rena, Sabuman, Praveen) or influencers who bring existing fan-bases and cross-platform dynamics to the show. This reflects how reality shows are adapting to digital-native audiences.
- Celebrity + commoner mix: With a mix of known actors (Shanavas, Binny, Anumol) and lesser-known “commoner” entries (Aneesh Tharayil, Oneal Sabu), the format retains its traditional appeal while evolving for new generations.
- Streaming & regional growth: The season airs via Asianet (TV) and streaming platforms (Jio Hotstar/ OTT play) ensuring viewers across India (and the diaspora) can watch. That expands Malayalam-language reality content beyond regional boundaries.
- Cultural impact: Bigg Boss Malayalam remains a major entertainment property in Kerala. Its contestants and episodes generate social-media conversations, memes, influencer content and viewer engagement. For Indian audiences interested in regional entertainment trends, this season is a useful barometer.
What to watch and next steps
- The grand finale is scheduled for 9 November 2025 at 7 pm IST
- The finalists (as of latest updates) include Aneesh, Anumol, Nevin, Akbar and Shanavas — the exact winner is yet to be announced.
- Viewers should expect final-week tasks, dramatic evictions, and a heightened promotional push across TV & OTT platforms.
- For non-Malayalam audiences: The season offers a window into how regional reality TV operates in India — with localized culture, language, but also nationally relevant trends (influencers, streaming, representation).
Bottom line
Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 continues the franchise’s run as one of Kerala’s most watched reality shows, while evolving to meet broader digital-age and social-change trends. Its diverse contestant mix, streaming availability, and high-profile host (Mohanlal) ensure it remains a flagship in regional entertainment. For Indian audiences beyond Kerala, watching this season helps understand how regional reality TV is expanding its footprint — blending celebrity, social media, inclusivity and live audience engagement.
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Last Updated on: Monday, November 10, 2025 4:14 pm by Sakethyadav | Published by: Sakethyadav on Monday, November 10, 2025 4:13 pm | News Categories: Entertainment
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