'I grew up in jungle, no rules...': Zeishan Qadri as he enters Bigg Boss 19

Bigg Boss 19 made a grand return on 24 August 2025 with its star-studded premiere. Host Salman Khan introduced new faces, strong personalities, and the powerful theme “Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar.” The show instantly caught the attention of viewers nationwide. Streaming on JioHotstar, the show has once again set the stage for drama, shifting alliances and power games inside television’s most unpredictable house.

Among the contestants this year is Zeishan Qadri, the actor, writer and filmmaker who shot to fame with the cult classic Gangs of Wasseypur.

Best known for his raw and rustic storytelling and fearless persona, Zeishan is entering the Bigg Boss house with the promise of bringing the same intensity that has defined his work on screen.

Before entering the house, Zeishan opened up about the theme of the show and what viewers can expect from him. “I am pretty interested in politics, and that might come out in the public domain in the upcoming years. You don’t have to actually do politics; you just have to be honest. This is the best politics. I feel my quality of not being scared to say things will come in most handy to me inside the house. Bebaak raho.”

Talking about his career and his journey from Wasseypur to the Bigg Boss stage, Zeishan added, “Gangs of Wasseypur was the experience of my life. What I witnessed, I had written in there. Now, I am entering the Bigg Boss' house, which is comparatively normal and quiet. There are rules and regulations. I was born and brought up in a jungle. There are no rules. There are people who are born to break rules. At least Bigg Boss has cultured beings. Here, you are in front of a camera. In Wasseypur, people knew that cameras shouldn’t be switched on; otherwise, there would be a bigger fight.”

Apart from his filmy career, Zeishan has often featured on television and talk shows, offering valuable insights into his creative process and the art of filmmaking.

Bigg Boss 19 is streaming on JioHotstar at 9:00 PM IST and airing on Colors TV at 10:30 PM IST.