Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 contestants have finally been revealed, and the latest season has brought together an interesting mix of actors, television personalities, social media creators, activists, comedians and contestants who earned their place through the Agnipareeksha selection route.
Hosted by superstar Mohanlal, Bigg Boss Malayalam 8 premiered on September 6, 2026, with 21 contestants entering the house. The lineup includes familiar Malayalam entertainment personalities as well as several fresh faces who are expected to bring a different kind of energy to the reality show.
The season also introduces a stronger focus on participation and decision-making inside the house, making the contestant lineup particularly important to the show’s overall dynamics.
Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 Contestants List
Here is the complete Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 contestants list:
- Gayathri Suresh
- Sreeraj K S aka Kadal Komban
- Mridhula Vijai
- Sreelakshmi Arakkal
- Vicky Thaggu
- Rini Ann George
- Noby Binu
- Aishwarya Madhu
- Sreelaya
- RJ Anjali
- Sumesh Chandran
- Neha Fathima
- Fight Master Kaali
- Goutham Sasi
- Mohammed Azif
- Jaseela Parveen
- Rahul Easwar
- Rakesh
- Lolita
- Eldho George
- Shijin S
The 21-member lineup brings together contestants from cinema, television, social media, activism and other professional backgrounds. Four contestants—Rakesh, Lolita, Eldho and Shijin—arrived through the Agnipareeksha route.
1. Gayathri Suresh
Gayathri Suresh is one of the best-known names among the Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 contestants. The actress, model and former beauty-pageant winner has already established herself in the Malayalam entertainment industry.
She made her acting debut with Jamna Pyari in 2015 and subsequently appeared in Malayalam and Telugu films. Her experience in cinema and public events could make her one of the contestants to watch in the house.
Her confident personality and existing fan base are likely to work in her favour during the competition.
2. Sreeraj K S aka Kadal Komban
Sreeraj K S, popularly known as Kadal Komban, is a YouTube creator known for his content related to the sea, fishing and coastal life.
His videos have helped him develop a substantial online following. His content often showcases the realities and adventures of life at sea.
His entry into Bigg Boss Malayalam 8 brings a completely different background to the house. Instead of coming from mainstream cinema or television, Sreeraj represents the world of digital creators and coastal storytelling.
3. Mridhula Vijai
Mridhula Vijai is a popular Malayalam television actress who has worked in several successful serials.
She became known through shows such as Krishna Thulasi, Pookkalam Varavayi, Thumpapoo, Rani Raja and Ishtam Mathram. She has also appeared on entertainment shows such as Star Magic.
Her television experience means she already understands audience expectations and performance-based entertainment, but Bigg Boss will give viewers an opportunity to see her personality away from scripted characters.
4. Sreelakshmi Arakkal
Sreelakshmi Arakkal is a teacher, social media personality and activist known for her outspoken views on gender, relationships, sexuality and social issues.
She has frequently attracted attention for expressing strong opinions on subjects that can be controversial.
Sreelakshmi also holds master’s degrees in Physics and Education, giving her a background that is quite different from many celebrity contestants.
Her straightforward communication style could make her one of the more vocal personalities inside the Bigg Boss house.
5. Vicky Thaggu
Vicky Thaggu is a social media personality who has built recognition through his online content.
His presence adds another digital creator to this season’s contestant mix. Interestingly, Vicky is also known to be a close friend of fellow contestant Mohammed Azif, which could make their relationship an interesting element of the season.
Whether their friendship remains strong inside a competitive environment is something viewers will be watching closely.
6. Rini Ann George
Rini Ann George comes from a media background and has worked as a journalist, television host, actress, model and choreographer.
She has also been in the news for her public allegations involving politician Rahul Mamkootathil.
Her experience in journalism and public communication could make her an articulate contestant, while her controversial public profile may generate additional discussion inside and outside the house.
7. Noby Binu
Noby Binu is an actor and model who is part of the new season’s diverse lineup.
Compared with some of the more established names, Noby Binu is a relatively less familiar face to the mainstream Bigg Boss audience.
His participation gives him an opportunity to expand his recognition beyond his previous entertainment work.
8. Aishwarya Madhu
Aishwarya Madhu is another contestant entering the Bigg Boss Malayalam house this season.
Her inclusion adds another relatively fresh personality to the competition. As the season progresses, her interactions with other housemates and performance in tasks are expected to determine how much of an impact she makes.
9. Sreelaya
Sreelaya is a Malayalam actress and dancer who has worked in television and films.
She became popular among television audiences through roles in serials including Moonnumani. She has also appeared in projects such as Bhagyadevatha and Krishnakripasagaram.
Sreelaya’s television experience and familiar screen presence could help her connect with family audiences.
She also has an interesting Bigg Boss connection: her sister Shruthi Lakshmi was previously a contestant on the show.
10. RJ Anjali
RJ Anjali is a popular Malayalam radio jockey who has also ventured into acting and digital entertainment.
Known for her communication skills and lively personality, Anjali enters a format where the ability to communicate effectively can become a major advantage.
Her previous social-media attention, including prank-call content, has also helped her build recognition among younger audiences.
11. Sumesh Chandran
Sumesh Chandran is another contestant joining the eighth season of the Malayalam reality show.
His presence adds to the entertainment-industry representation inside the house. As the competition develops, viewers will get to see how he handles tasks, nominations, group dynamics and the pressure of living under constant cameras.
12. Neha Fathima
Neha Fathima is among the younger faces in Bigg Boss Malayalam 8.
Her entry is part of the season’s effort to bring different professional and social backgrounds into the house. Her youthful personality could appeal particularly to the show’s younger audience.
13. Fight Master Kaali
Dhanya Kaali, popularly known as Fight Master Kaali, has a particularly unusual career background.
She has worked as a fight master, stunt coordinator, actor, dancer and bike rider in the Malayalam entertainment industry.
Working in the traditionally male-dominated stunt and action field makes her one of the more distinctive contestants this season.
Her physical strength and experience with action-oriented work could also give her an advantage in demanding Bigg Boss tasks.
14. Goutham Sasi
Goutham G Sasi, popularly known as Sasi, is a Malayalam stand-up comedian.
He gained recognition through comedy programmes including Oru Chiri Iru Chiri Bumper Chiri. His humour and ability to entertain could make him an important contributor to the lighter side of the Bigg Boss house.
His participation could also help him reach audiences beyond the stand-up comedy circuit.
15. Mohammed Azif
Mohammed Azif is a digital creator and social media personality with a significant online following.
He is known for live streams, reaction content and troll videos. His direct communication style has helped him build a large digital audience.
Reports indicate that he has more than one million Instagram followers and around eight lakh YouTube subscribers, giving him a strong social-media base heading into the show.
His friendship with Vicky Thaggu is another storyline that could become important during the season.
16. Jaseela Parveen
Jaseela Parveen is a television actress who has entered the Bigg Boss house as part of the Season 8 lineup.
Her experience in the entertainment industry could help her navigate the show’s performance-based tasks and interpersonal challenges.
Like other television actors in the house, she now has an opportunity to show viewers a personality beyond her scripted screen roles.
17. Rahul Easwar
Rahul Easwar is a writer, activist, public-policy analyst, speaker and public figure who has frequently appeared in discussions around social and political issues.
He is known for expressing strong opinions on a variety of subjects, making him one of the contestants who could potentially generate significant debates inside the house.
His public-speaking background may also make him an important voice during group discussions and task strategy.
18. Rakesh
Rakesh earned his place in Bigg Boss Malayalam 8 through the Agnipareeksha route.
He has a background as a carpenter and model, giving him an unusual combination of practical skills and entertainment experience.
His journey through Agnipareeksha gave viewers an opportunity to see his competitive side before he entered the main Bigg Boss house.
19. Lolita
Lolita Loryne, also known as Loletta, is one of the younger contestants associated with the Agnipareeksha route.
She attracted attention during the selection process for her cheerful personality, competitive spirit and positive attitude.
Her entry gives the season another young contestant who will have to adapt quickly to the pressures of the Bigg Boss house.
20. Eldho George
Eldho George is a social worker and businessman from Kochi who earned his place in the main house after competing in Agnipareeksha.
He became known during the selection competition for his confidence, physical ability and mental strength.
His competitive attitude could make him particularly effective during physical tasks, while his direct personality may also create interesting house dynamics.
21. Shijin S
Shijin S is a dance coach who also participated in Agnipareeksha before entering the main Bigg Boss Malayalam 8 house.
He initially attracted attention during the competition but later faced criticism before making a comeback.
His experience with dance and performance could help him during creative and physical tasks. The larger challenge, however, will be maintaining his position in a house filled with strong personalities.
Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 Host
Mohanlal Returns as Host
Mohanlal has returned as the host of Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8, marking his eighth consecutive season as the face of the Malayalam edition.
The new season has a competitive theme centred around continuous winning, while the house also introduces a democracy room, giving the season a new structural element.
The show airs on Asianet, while viewers can follow the live stream on JioHotstar.
What Makes Bigg Boss Malayalam 8 Different?
The eighth season has several elements designed to make it different from earlier editions.
The biggest change is the emphasis on democracy and contestant participation. The new setup gives housemates more involvement in certain decisions, potentially changing the traditional power dynamics of the game.
Another notable feature is the Agnipareeksha route, through which contestants such as Rakesh, Lolita, Eldho and Shijin earned their place.
The final lineup also has a particularly broad professional mix. There are actors, television stars, influencers, activists, comedians, radio personalities, social workers and contestants from more conventional professions.
That diversity could lead to very different opinions, alliances and rivalries as the season progresses.
Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 Contestants: Complete Profile
| Contestant | Profession/Background |
|---|---|
| Gayathri Suresh | Actress, model |
| Sreeraj K S / Kadal Komban | YouTuber, sea-content creator |
| Mridhula Vijai | Television actress |
| Sreelakshmi Arakkal | Teacher, activist, social media personality |
| Vicky Thaggu | Social media personality |
| Rini Ann George | Journalist, actress, media personality |
| Noby Binu | Actor, model |
| Aishwarya Madhu | Entertainment personality |
| Sreelaya | Actress, dancer |
| RJ Anjali | Radio jockey, actress |
| Sumesh Chandran | Actor/entertainer |
| Neha Fathima | Young entertainment personality |
| Fight Master Kaali | Stunt coordinator, fight master |
| Goutham Sasi | Stand-up comedian |
| Mohammed Azif | Social media creator |
| Jaseela Parveen | Television actress |
| Rahul Easwar | Activist, writer, public speaker |
| Rakesh | Carpenter, model |
| Lolita/Loletta | Student, Agnipareeksha contestant |
| Eldho George | Social worker, businessman |
| Shijin S | Dance coach |
Who Are the Most Popular Bigg Boss Malayalam 8 Contestants?
Several contestants entered the house with an established audience.
Gayathri Suresh, Mridhula Vijai and Sreelaya bring television and film recognition, while Mohammed Azif and Kadal Komban have strong digital audiences.
Rahul Easwar brings a public-speaking and activist background, while Sreelakshmi Arakkal is known for her outspoken social-media presence.
The Agnipareeksha contestants, meanwhile, have the advantage of already experiencing a competitive reality-show environment before entering the main house.
Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 Contestants FAQs
How many contestants are there in Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8?
There are 21 confirmed contestants in the Season 8 lineup.
Who is the host of Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8?
Mohanlal is returning as the host.
When did Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 start?
The eighth season premiered on September 6, 2026.
Who are the Bigg Boss Malayalam 8 contestants?
The confirmed lineup includes Gayathri Suresh, Kadal Komban Sreeraj, Mridhula Vijai, Sreelakshmi Arakkal, Vicky Thaggu, Rini Ann George, Noby Binu, Aishwarya Madhu, Sreelaya, RJ Anjali, Sumesh Chandran, Neha Fathima, Fight Master Kaali, Goutham Sasi, Mohammed Azif, Jaseela Parveen, Rahul Easwar, Rakesh, Lolita, Eldho George and Shijin S.
Who is the youngest contestant in Bigg Boss Malayalam 8?
The season features several young contestants, including Lolita/Loletta, who was among the Agnipareeksha participants. The exact youngest-contestant status should be treated separately from age claims unless officially confirmed by the show.
Who is Kadal Komban in Bigg Boss Malayalam 8?
Sreeraj K S, popularly known as Kadal Komban, is a YouTube creator known for sea, fishing and coastal-life content.
Who is Mohammed Azif?
Mohammed Azif is a social media creator known for live streams, reaction videos and troll content. He has a substantial following across Instagram and YouTube.
Who is Sreelakshmi Arakkal?
Sreelakshmi Arakkal is a teacher, activist and social media personality known for her outspoken views on gender, relationships and social issues.
Who entered Bigg Boss Malayalam 8 through Agnipareeksha?
Rakesh, Lolita, Eldho George and Shijin S entered the main house through the Agnipareeksha route.
Where can I watch Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8?
The show airs on Asianet, with live streaming available through JioHotstar.
Final Word
Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 has one of the most diverse contestant lineups in the show’s recent history. From established actresses such as Gayathri Suresh and Mridhula Vijai to digital creators like Mohammed Azif and Kadal Komban, outspoken personalities such as Sreelakshmi Arakkal and Rahul Easwar, and Agnipareeksha entrants including Rakesh, Lolita, Eldho and Shijin, the season brings together very different personalities under one roof.
With Mohanlal once again leading the show, the real question now is which contestant can convert their existing popularity into a strong Bigg Boss game—and ultimately make it to the finale.
