Bigg Boss 19: Who Is Shehbaz Badesha? First Wildcard Entry Of Salman Khan’s Show

Shehbaz Badesha is the first wildcard contestant of Bigg Boss 19 and the brother of Shehnaaz Gill from Bigg Boss 13. Known for his singing and dancing skills, he entered the show after Shehnaaz personally requested Salman Khan, quickly becoming a popular contestant.

Shehbaz Badesha was born on May 19, 1991, in Amritsar, Punjab, into a Punjabi Sikh family. From a young age, he showed a keen interest in music and modelling, and with strong family support, he pursued his passion. However, his rise to fame didn’t follow the traditional path. He gained widespread attention when he entered the Bigg Boss 13 house to support his sister, Shehnaaz Gill. His witty remarks, energetic personality, and natural charm quickly won over the audience, earning him a significant fan following despite his brief appearance on the show.

Shehbaz Badesha entered Bigg Boss 19 as the first wildcard contestant, adding a fresh dynamic to the show. His entry was highly anticipated, especially since he is the brother of fan-favorite Shehnaaz Gill from Bigg Boss 13. Shehnaaz personally requested Salman Khan to give her brother a chance, and despite a brief delay due to Shehbaz’s dengue hospitalization, he eventually joined the house.

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Shehbaz Badesha is popularly known as Shehnaaz Gill’s brother. He gained widespread recognition and a large fan following after supporting his sister during Bigg Boss 13, where his witty nature and charming personality caught the audience’s attention. After the death of Siddharth Shukla, he was again in the spotlight alongside Shehnaaz Gill, further boosting his popularity.

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In 2025, Shehbaz Badesha was initially part of the Janta Ka Faisla segment, where viewers voted between him and fellow YouTuber Mridul Tiwari. Although he lost the spot to Mridul, he later joined the show as a wildcard contestant. His sister Shehnaaz Gill revealed that his entry had been delayed due to a dengue diagnosis that required hospitalization. Despite this setback, Shehbaz’s eventual entry brought renewed excitement to the house and added fresh energy to the season.

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Shehbaz Badesha, a close friend and admirer of the late Siddharth Shukla, got a tattoo in his memory. The tattoo serves as a tribute to the Bigg Boss 13 winner, honoring his influence and legacy in the entertainment industry. It symbolizes Shehbaz’s respect, admiration, and emotional connection to Siddharth, keeping his memory alive in a meaningful way.