Bigg Boss 8: Is this who you want to see…

It was hot, it was dramatic, with all the right ingredients - making it the most entertaining show on Indian TV. That was Bigg Boss 7.

Now, the countdown has begun for reality show Bigg Boss Season 8.

Apparently, the last season of the show was expected to be the last, following several controversies, however, producers have decided otherwise and have already begun contacting the stars.

Alok Nath (Screen Grab)

Topping the list of contestants is Alok Nath, once the Twitter rage for his simpleton roles in Bollywood movies and TV serials.

Along with him could be the girl who shot to fame in South Indian cinema - Hansika Motwani.

Hansika Motwani (Twitter)

Although Hansika is just 23-years-old, the young actor has a temple named after her in South India.

Lulia Vantur (Twitter)

Lulia Vantur is the hot tip to be the foreign name in the house – thanks in no small part to her alleged link up with Salman Khan.

The latest name linked to the show is 21-year old Disha Paul, who has acted in several Marathi films.

Disha Paul (Twitter)

However, there is no confirmation on which channel the show will be aired, and more importantly who will host it.

Salman Khan repeatedly stated Bigg Boss 7 was his last season as host.

Who dare step into his shoes?

Well, the producers of the show still have a couple of months to decide.

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